Zype
Video CMS software
Live stream software
OTT platforms
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What is Zype
Zype is a video platform used to manage, publish, and monetize video content across web, mobile, and connected TV (OTT) destinations. It supports workflows such as video ingestion, metadata management, player/app experiences, subscriptions and advertising, and distribution to third-party endpoints. The product is typically used by media companies, publishers, and brands that need an end-to-end OTT stack rather than a standalone editor or meeting-recording tool. Zype also provides APIs and integrations to connect video operations with existing CMS, identity, and analytics systems.
End-to-end OTT monetization
Zype includes capabilities for subscription and transactional monetization, advertising support, and entitlement management that align with OTT business models. This reduces the need to stitch together separate tools for paywalls, billing, and access control. It is well-suited to teams that need consistent monetization rules across web, mobile, and CTV apps. These features are more central than in tools focused primarily on editing or lightweight hosting.
API-first distribution workflows
Zype provides APIs and integration patterns to automate ingestion, metadata updates, publishing, and syndication. This helps organizations that need to connect video operations to an existing CMS, identity provider, or data pipeline. It supports multi-endpoint publishing where the same catalog feeds multiple apps and sites. This is useful for teams managing large libraries and frequent releases.
Multi-platform app delivery
Zype is designed to power video experiences across web, mobile, and connected TV environments. It supports building and operating OTT destinations where content, entitlements, and playback are managed centrally. This fits organizations that need consistent catalog and user experience across platforms. It is a stronger fit for OTT delivery than products centered on internal video collaboration or AI video creation.
Complexity for small teams
Because Zype targets OTT operations, setup and ongoing administration can be heavier than simpler video hosting or lightweight live streaming tools. Teams may need technical resources to configure integrations, apps, and monetization flows. For basic use cases (single-site embedding, simple webinars, or quick edits), the platform can be more than is required. This can increase time-to-value for smaller organizations.
Costs scale with usage
OTT platforms typically price based on factors such as streaming volume, storage, and monetization features, which can rise as audiences grow. Organizations should validate how costs change with peak live events, high-bitrate delivery, and multi-platform distribution. Budget predictability can be harder than with fixed-price tools aimed at small libraries. Contract terms may also be oriented toward enterprise commitments.
Not a full eCDN replacement
While Zype supports video delivery and can integrate with CDNs, it is not primarily an enterprise internal eCDN designed for corporate network optimization and multicast-style delivery. Enterprises focused on internal town halls and behind-the-firewall distribution may still require dedicated eCDN components. Network controls, internal caching, and corporate IT governance features may be less comprehensive than specialized eCDN software. Fit depends on whether the primary audience is external OTT viewers or internal employees.
Plan & Pricing
Zype Streaming Platform
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Zype X | $500 per month (based on annual terms) | VideoMeta CMS, CRM, Video API, MRSS, CDN, Live & VOD encoding, Availability/Uptime SLA, Preferred usage rates (encoding/CDN), Standard support tier included. Apps Creator (mobile/OTT) and Playout (O&O & FAST) available as add-ons. Contact Sales for customizations. |
| Zype Premium | $3,500 per month (based on annual terms) | Everything in Zype X plus preferred rates for encoding & CDN, Premium support tier (faster response / expanded coverage), higher SLAs, optional bundled add-ons for OTT and linear/FAST distribution. Contact Sales for customizations. |
Zype Playout (Linear / FAST distribution)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Playout Standard | $1,999 per month (based on annual terms) | Channel Scheduler UI, Channel API, SSAI support, Live event scheduling, Includes 1 Standard HLS destination, 1080p max output, 30 fps, 5 ABR renditions, 10 Mbps max bitrate. Destination connectors and live input connectors available as add-ons (cost per destination, per month, per channel). |
| Playout Advanced | $3,499 per month (based on annual terms) | All Standard features plus higher performance: 60 fps, 20 Mbps max bitrate, enhanced connector options. Destination connectors and live input connectors available as add-ons. |
Zype Apps Creator (No-code app builds)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile | $2,000 per month (based on annual terms) | Launch streaming apps for iOS, Android, mobile web and web desktop; wide platform support. Add-on: Xbox app. |
| CTV | $2,500 per month (based on annual terms) | Build connected TV apps for major CTV platforms (Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Samsung, LG, etc.). Add-on: Xbox. |
| Universal | $3,500 per month (based on annual terms) | All-in-one package covering Mobile + CTV + Web; centralized configuration and platform coverage. Add-on: Xbox. |
Additional usage & add-on pricing (from Zype support docs)
- Upload storage: $0.04 per GB per month for uploads stored more than 72 hours (first 72 hours free; averages calculated daily). See storage policy docs for details.
- AI Transcription/Translation: 300 free minutes per account per month; $0.05 per minute beyond the 300-minute monthly allotment (transcription + translation combined). Subtitle file generation (SRT/VTT) is included free.
- Live encoders: Live encoders typically cost $2–$4 per hour per encoder (varies by plan / contact Account Manager for specifics).
- Destination connector fees and some advanced features are charged as add-ons (described on the Playout pricing section); many enterprise/custom options require contacting sales.
Notes:
- All prices on Zype official pricing pages are shown “based on annual terms.” Zype states it offers month-to-month or annual commitment options; many add-ons and enterprise/custom features require contacting Zype sales for exact pricing.
Seller details
Zype, Inc.
New York, New York, United States
2013
Private
https://www.zype.com/
https://x.com/zypemedia
https://www.linkedin.com/company/zype
