Choose free broadcasting software for your assigned MediaCP service. Install it on the computer you will broadcast from, then connect using your private channel credentials.
For ZuluTV's current video channels, choose a video encoder and use the exact RTMPS Server URL and Stream Key from your assigned channel. OBS is our recommended first choice.
These tools can send a video broadcast to MediaCP's compatible RTMP ingest. Use the server address and video settings supplied for your service.
Windows · macOS · Linux
RTMP / RTMPSCreate live shows with cameras, microphones, screen sharing, scenes and prerecorded video. Free and open source.
In Settings → Stream, choose Custom and enter your assigned Server URL and Stream Key.
Windows · macOS
Custom RTMPCapture and mix video with a visual broadcast layout. The core desktop software is free; optional premium features are offered separately.
Use Stream to Custom Ingest → Custom Streaming Server. Enter your channel URL and key. StreamServer chat stays on your channel page.
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RTMP / RTMPSA free command-line toolkit for encoding, converting and streaming audio and video. Useful for scripted broadcasts and media workflows.
Requires command-line setup and a compatible build. Its official download page links to source code and available binary packages.
These audio tools need a separately assigned Icecast or SHOUTcast service. They do not connect directly to ZuluTV's video RTMPS address. For an audio show on a video channel, use OBS with a still image or camera.
Windows · macOS · Linux
Icecast / SHOUTcastBroadcast audio from a microphone, line input or audio interface. A free desktop tool for radio shows and live audio.
Enter the audio service host, port, source password and mount or stream ID supplied for that service.
Windows · macOS · Linux
Icecast / SHOUTcastFree and open-source DJ software with decks, mixing, microphone inputs and live audio broadcasting.
Configure the assigned audio server in Preferences → Live Broadcasting. Use OBS instead when your DJ set also needs video.
Linux · macOS · Windows / WSL
Icecast / SHOUTcastA free streaming language for building playlists, live-source switching and automated radio workflows.
Requires scripts and technical setup. Installation and output support depend on the platform and package you choose.
Sign in to your client workspace and open Encoder credentials for the channel you manage. If credentials are missing, ask your client administrator to verify and save them from MediaCP's Live stream to service screen.
Open Settings → Stream, select Custom, and paste the Server URL and Stream Key into their separate fields. Use RTMPS when supplied.
Add your camera, microphone, media file or screen capture. Match your service's resolution, bitrate, codecs and keyframe requirements.
Click Start Streaming, then open your StreamServer channel to verify picture and sound. Broadcast only to a channel assigned to you.