Frequently asked questions

Evercast is a creative collaboration platform that combines video conferencing and 4K media streaming, so teams can work together remotely in real time. Built for creatives by creatives, the platform lets you securely stream from any source (live cameras or any creative software) with ultra low latency and uncompromising quality. With features made specifically to facilitate creative collaboration, Evercast offers a digital experience that mirrors the ease and productivity of a team sitting shoulder-to-shoulder.

Evercast is a secure, software-only creative collaboration tool that lets you work face-to-face with your team in real time. Make changes together on the fly—no file sharing and no waiting for feedback.

Unlike other consumer video conferencing platforms, Evercast offers studio-level security, ultra-low latency, industry-leading audio and video quality, and the ability to stream from multiple sources at once. It easily integrates with your existing tools and processes, minimizing disruptions and maximizing productivity. We also offer 24/7 white glove support and have security approval from every major Hollywood studio as well as leading gaming companies and advertising agencies.

Evercast can stream nearly anything: live cameras on set and motion capture; local media files (in up to 10-bit 4:4:4 color); creative software like QTAKE, Avid, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Pro Tools, After Effects, Unreal Engine; or any other source. You can even stream from multiple sources simultaneously.

Evercast use cases continue to expand across the production cycle and beyond. Some current use cases include:

Technically there is no limit to the number of participants—room capacity depends on the hardware and bandwidth constraints of the individual participants. Based on the average client setup, we recommend 25-35 participants and/or live stream feeds at one time.

No, you can choose to stream the software’s user interface or full screen video as needed. You can also use a separate device to video conference with your team; you do not need to initiate the stream and video chat from the same device.

Less than 150ms average globally, which gives you the feeling of being right there in the room together.

If you’re participating in a session but you’re not initiating the content stream, all you need is the Evercast app (for macOS, Windows, or iOS) or the latest version of Google Chrome. Any Mac or PC will work with a reliable internet connection (at least 10Mbps down).

To stream on Evercast, you’ll need the Evercast app (for macOS, Windows, or iOS) or the latest version of Google Chrome, as well as our streaming platform, Evercast Broadcaster Software (EBS). At the very minimum, we recommend the following specs:

For more details, check out our full list of requirements here.

Yes. If you are air-gapped, we specify a readily available HDMI-to-USB 3.0 or SDI-to-USB 3.0 capture device so you can easily stream from another external device.

Yes, Evercast has been approved by all major film/TV studios and OTT providers — as well as leading advertising agencies and gaming companies.

Evercast's security features include encrypted streaming, invite-only room access, Okta state-of-the-art cloud security and identity management, single-sign on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and digital watermarking for shared streams. Evercast is part of the Motion Picture Association's Trusted Partner Network (TPN).

Yes, Evercast enables you and all participants to draw, point, circle, and type on screen for everyone in the virtual room to see.

Yes, the room owner can record any session. Recordings are stored securely and privately in your room. Playback is interactive, meaning you can choose which person’s video feed to make full screen, just as if you were live in the room again. You can also take notes while recording, which are then time-stamped within the session, so you can easily refer back to important moments.