Live Video Streaming for Local Government | BoxCast

Save time with automation

In a world of endless to-do lists, save time and plan ahead with our efficient, easy-to-use automated streaming technology. Schedule your broadcasts before you go live and automatically stream to popular destinations your constituents already use.

Extend your reach

Bring local government and city council live streaming straight to your constituents by broadcasting to unlimited viewers — wherever they tune in. Send streams to your website, Facebook Live, YouTube Live, X (Twitter), and more!

Enjoy secure video streaming for government

Create flawless, professional-quality broadcasts with BoxCast Flow. Our built-in streaming protocol lets you stream super-reliable live HD video without compromising quality or security — even if your internet connection is less than ideal.

Inform constituents + build engagement

Upload documents to post announcements, show bulletins, and include key points from your meetings to inform viewers. Keep your community members engaged by allowing them to voice concerns and share opinions during the live streaming of council meetings using our Viewer Chat feature.

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Enjoy professional quality + analytics

Ensure high-quality video every time with resolutions up to 1080p. Learn precisely where, when, and how community members watch and interact with your broadcasts with detailed analytics.

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Control your content

Gain complete control of public and private broadcasts, as well as embedding restrictions. With User Management, you can add, edit, or remove user permissions in your account to empower your team while reducing risk.

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Government live streaming has never been easier

Stream from anywhere using your iOS device, or use any video camera with our BoxCaster, Spark, or Pro encoder. Prefer to use BoxCast with your current real-time messaging protocol (RTMP) encoder, Open Broadcaster Software (OBS), or other streaming setup? No problem. Our flexible hardware and local government live streaming software solutions make broadcasting a breeze for everyone — from the mayor to community volunteers.

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Support when and how you need it

Live streaming for the first time (or even after) can be intimidating. If you elect to reach out for help, our knowledgeable streaming coaches are here seven days a week to answer any questions you might have via chat, email, or phone.

Monday – Saturday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. EST
Sunday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. EST

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A government video streaming solution for every town, city, or village

We’ve got a plan to help you accomplish your goals — whether you’re looking to live stream public meetings, keep your constituents informed and engaged, or both. Book a demo with a streaming coach to try our Experience plan free for 14 days and see all our platform has to offer, then choose what works best for you. No commitment or credit card required.

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