PeerTube
Federated video hosting and streaming with P2P delivery
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Last commit 25 Aug 2026.
PeerTube is a free and decentralized video hosting and streaming platform designed as an alternative to centralized video services. It lets anyone run their own instance while still connecting to a wider network through federation, so videos and creators can be discovered across servers.
Key Features
- ActivityPub federation for following accounts and sharing videos across instances
- WebRTC-based P2P video delivery to reduce server bandwidth usage
- Video uploading, channels, subscriptions, comments, and tagging
- Live streaming support (including permanent streams)
- Embeddable web player and RSS feeds for channels and videos
- Instance customization and administration tools, with community-controlled moderation
Use Cases
- Hosting a community or organization video platform without relying on a central provider
- Publishing and federating creator channels across the Fediverse
- Live streaming events while offloading delivery with P2P-assisted streaming
PeerTube combines independent hosting with federation, enabling a network of interoperable video platforms. It is well-suited for communities that want control over moderation, discovery, and infrastructure while remaining connected to a broader ecosystem.
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