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Self-hosted streaming with Owncast

Run live streams and webinars without Twitch or YouTube dependency.

TL;DR

Owncast on a $20 Hetzner VPS handles 50 concurrent viewers with sub-5s latency. Pair with Cloudflare Stream for VOD replay at $1/1000 minutes — cheaper than Vimeo OTT for indie creators.

Sam ChenSam Chen12 min read
Self-hosted streaming with Owncast

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Self-hosted streaming with Owncast: what indie hackers need to know in 2026

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DX comparison (2026 benchmarks)
CriteriaOption AOption BWinner
Monthly costLowHighDepends
Lock-in riskLowMediumTie
CommunityHighEnterpriseTie
Monthly costLowEnterpriseOption A

How do you get started with Self-hosted streaming with Owncast?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best self-hosted streaming with owncast for indie hackers in 2026?
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How much does self-hosted streaming with owncast cost for a solo founder?
Most indie stacks land between $10/mo and $167/mo depending on traffic and GPU usage.
Can I self-host instead of using a managed service?
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