Entertainment and media platforms that keep audiences watching
Streaming and content platforms with libraries, subscriptions, recommendations and community features.
Overview
Audiences expect media platforms to feel as smooth as the biggest streaming services: instant playback, beautiful browsing and recommendations that surface something worth watching. We build video, audio and content platforms that deliver that experience.
We cover content management, encoding and delivery through CDNs, subscription and pay-per-view monetisation, and community features that turn viewers into fans.
What we build
Every project is scoped to your requirements. These are the building blocks we most often deliver.
Content library
Browse rows, categories, search and watchlists.
Video and audio streaming
Adaptive streaming via CDN for smooth playback.
Monetisation
Subscriptions, rentals, pay-per-view and ads.
Recommendations
Personalised rows based on viewing history.
Creator tools
Upload, scheduling and analytics for publishers.
Fan community
Comments, live chat, memberships and events.
Platforms we build for
- Video-on-demand services
- Podcast and music platforms
- Online event and live streaming
- Creator membership platforms
- News and magazine publishers
- Sports and fan content hubs
Technology we use
We choose the stack that fits your project, team and budget, and we can work with your existing technology.
How we deliver
- DiscoveryWe learn your goals, users, constraints and what success looks like.
- Scope and estimateFeatures, milestones, timeline and price are agreed in writing.
- DesignWireframes and visual design are approved before development.
- Build in iterationsYou review working versions as each milestone is delivered.
- Test and launchQuality checks, fixes, deployment and monitoring.
- Handover and supportDocumentation, access and optional ongoing support.
Frequently asked questions
Have a question that isn't here? Send us your project details or message @softacula on Telegram.
Can you host and stream video?
Yes. We integrate video encoding and CDN services for adaptive streaming.
Can I sell subscriptions and rentals?
Yes. We support subscriptions, one-off purchases and access rules per title.
Do you build TV and mobile apps?
We build mobile apps and responsive web apps; TV apps can be scoped depending on the platforms you need.
Can content be protected?
Yes. We use signed URLs and, where needed, DRM services to protect premium content.
Have an idea? Let's build it.
Tell us what you want to create. We'll discuss your requirements, define a practical approach and plan the next steps with you.