# Ant Media Server โ Ultra-Low Latency, HLS, SRT, RTMP, WebRTC Streaming Engine
Scalable open-source media server for live streaming, adaptive bitrate (ABR),
real-time communication (RTC), recording, and cloud auto-scaling.
Supports **WebRTC, SRT, RTMP, HLS, CMAF, RTSP, and H.265/HEVC**.
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## โก Quickstart
- [Try WebRTC Demos](https://antmedia.io/webrtc-samples?utm_source=github&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=ams)
- [Free Trial for Enterprise Edition](https://antmedia.io/free-trial/)
- [AWS Free Trial: Start now!](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-464ritgzkzod6)
- [Create your own streaming service at scale in 5 minutes](https://antmedia.io/aws-streaming-service-wizard)
- [Discover the reviews on Capterra](https://www.capterra.in/software/183566/ant-media-server)
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## ๐ Overview
Ant Media Server is a **scalable, open-source media server** designed for **ultra-low latency live streaming** with **WebRTC (~0.5s)**, plus support for **SRT, RTMP, RTSP, HLS, and CMAF Low-Latency HLS (LL-HLS)**.
It enables developers to build **real-time video applications, live broadcasting, and adaptive bitrate (ABR) workflows**.
Use Ant Media Server to power **telehealth platforms, e-learning, sports streaming, auctions, enterprise video solutions, and interactive applications.**
### Why Choose Ant Media Server?
- **Scalable Real-time Streaming:** Experience sub-0.5s latency and seamless live streaming.
- **Extensive Protocol Support:** WebRTC, CMAF, HLS, RTMP, RTSP, SRT, Zixi, and more.
- **Easy Integration:** SDKs for iOS, Android, React Native, Flutter, Unity, and JavaScript.
- **Secure & Robust:** SSL/TLS, token authentication, IP filtering, watermarking.
- **Community & Enterprise Editions:** Choose Community for essentials or Enterprise for advanced features & support.
With AMS, youโre not just streaming video โ youโre creating **real-time interactive experiences** that scale from small classrooms to global live events.
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## ๐ Documentation & Developer Guides
Ready to embark on your streaming journey? Here's what you need to do:
1. **[Explore our Documentation](https://antmedia.io/docs/quick-start/):** Features, installation, API references, tutorials.
2. **[Join the Community](https://github.com/orgs/ant-media/discussions):** Share ideas, get support, and stay updated.
3. **[Download & Install](https://github.com/ant-media/Ant-Media-Server/releases):** Get the latest Community Edition release.
4. **[Upgrade to Enterprise Edition](https://antmedia.io/free-trial/):** Get your 14-day free trial. Adaptive & Scalable Ultra-Low Latency WebRTC Streaming Software.
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## โ๏ธ Seamless Deployment
Deploy Ant Media Server seamlessly on your favorite cloud platforms with **1-Click apps, cloud marketplaces, or Docker/Kubernetes/Scripts**.
### On-Premises
- [Linux Install Script](https://antmedia.io/docs/guides/installing-on-linux/installing-ams-on-linux/)
- [SSL Setup](https://antmedia.io/docs/guides/installing-on-linux/setting-up-ssl/)
### Cloud Marketplaces
| Cloud Provider | Community Edition | Enterprise Edition |
|----------------|------------------|-------------------|
| AWS | [Link](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-okmynlgwgvq6w) | [Link](https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-464ritgzkzod6) |
| Azure | [Link](https://azuremarketplace.microsoft.com/en-us/marketplace/apps/antmedia.ams_community_edition) | [Link](https://azuremarketplace.microsoft.com/en-us/marketplace/apps/antmedia.ant_media_server_enterprise) |
| GCP | - | [Link](https://console.cloud.google.com/marketplace/product/antmedia-public/ant-media-server-enterprise-edition) |
๐ง **Auto-Scaling in 5 Minutes**
[CloudFormation Guide](https://antmedia.io/docs/guides/clustering-and-scaling/aws/scale-with-aws-cloudformation/) | [Demo Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7bP0u0jQRQ)
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## ๐ฏ Use Cases โ Real-Time Streaming Applications
Ant Media Server powers diverse industries with ultra-low latency video:
- ๐ฅ [Telehealth & Remote Patient Care](https://antmedia.io/solutions/telehealth/)
- ๐ [E-learning & Virtual Classrooms](https://antmedia.io/solutions/webinar-e-learning-virtual-classroom/)
- ๐ฎ [Gaming and E-sports Live Streaming](https://antmedia.io/solutions/video-game-streaming/)
- ๐ [Auction & Live Shopping](https://antmedia.io/solutions/auction-bidding/)
- ๐บ [Media & Entertainment](https://antmedia.io/solutions/media-entertainment/)
- ๐ก [Video Monitoring & Surveillance](https://antmedia.io/solutions/ip-camera-streaming/)
- ๐ฐ [Live Shopping](https://antmedia.io/solutions/live-shopping/)
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## ๐ฌ Support
- **Community Edition:** [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/orgs/ant-media/discussions)
- **Enterprise Edition:** Includes email support
- [Support Packages](https://antmedia.io/support-packages/) available
๐ฉ Contact us: [support@antmedia.io](mailto:support@antmedia.io)
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