FrontFace
Digital signage software
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What is FrontFace
FrontFace is a Windows-based digital signage software suite used to design, schedule, and play content on screens for use cases such as retail displays, corporate communications, and public information boards. It typically runs on Windows PCs or Windows-based players and supports centrally managed playlists and layouts. The product is often positioned for organizations that want on-premises control and Windows integration rather than a fully cloud-first signage platform.
Windows-first deployment model
FrontFace is designed to run on Windows endpoints, which can simplify deployment for organizations already standardized on Windows PCs or Windows-based media players. This can reduce the need to purchase dedicated proprietary signage hardware. It also aligns with IT teams that prefer familiar Windows administration and imaging processes.
On-premises control options
FrontFace commonly supports local/on-premises operation, which can be important for environments with strict network, data residency, or offline requirements. This model can fit sites with limited or unreliable internet connectivity. It also allows tighter control over where content and configuration data are stored.
Template and layout authoring
The product focuses on building screen layouts and playlists suitable for typical signage scenarios like menus, announcements, dashboards, and promotional loops. Layout-based design helps standardize branding across multiple screens. This can be useful for teams that need repeatable templates rather than ad hoc media playback.
Less cloud-native than peers
Compared with many modern signage platforms, a Windows/on-premises orientation can mean fewer cloud-first workflows such as browser-only administration, rapid remote provisioning, and lightweight device enrollment. Organizations seeking a fully SaaS-managed fleet may find the operating model less aligned. Remote management capabilities may depend more heavily on Windows administration practices.
Platform dependence on Windows
FrontFace’s Windows-centric approach can be limiting for deployments that prefer low-cost dedicated players, system-on-chip displays, or mixed OS environments. If an organization wants to standardize on non-Windows players, this can introduce additional hardware or operational overhead. It may also reduce flexibility for edge devices where Windows is not practical.
Ecosystem and integrations vary
Digital signage buyers often evaluate breadth of integrations (content apps, workplace tools, device management, analytics, and SSO). FrontFace may offer fewer prebuilt integrations and app ecosystems than some larger, cloud-focused vendors. As a result, organizations may need more custom work for specialized content sources or enterprise identity requirements.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud (FrontFace Cloud License) | $39.95 per month / license (USD) | SaaS subscription (monthly or quarterly billing). Includes updates & support and Cloud Publishing; usable on Windows or Android.. |
| Perpetual License — Windows (one-time) | €499.95 one-time per license | Perpetual (never expires) license for one Windows player PC. Includes updates & support for one year for new customers; full feature set. |
| Perpetual License — Android (one-time) | Price not displayed on public pricing page (requires selection in checkout) | Perpetual license for one Android player device; reduced feature set vs. Windows version; updates & support for one year for new customers. |
Optional plugins: available (licensed once per customer) and listed on the official pricing/checkout page; plugin prices are shown in the checkout UI and many plugins have a free trial.
