Use Cases and Workflows

Real-World Applications. Streamlined Workflows. Scalable Impact.

Grow & Engage Audiences

  • Deploy TV Apps on more devices, screens and app stores
  • Reach new viewers on new devices
  • Allow viewers to find your brand on app store searches

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  • Transfer followers on social media and broadcast TV to your own TV Apps, Mobile Apps and Website where they can continue to watch and engage with you directly. 
  • Capture Email Addresses: allow viewers to watch for free in return for their email address.
  • Import viewer's email addresses into your CRM and mailinglist service for follow-up.
  • Offer immersive virtual experiences to your viewers on every screen: mobile devices, TVs, desktops, cars, VRs, and more.

Monetization

Subscription & Recurring Revenue

  • Grow predictable monthly revenue by converting viewers into subscribers using built-in subscription tools.
  • Simplify subscriber management and billing with Lightcast's integrated systems.
  • Maximize viewer retention through personalized subscription experiences.

Advertising & Sponsored Content

  • Monetize free content seamlessly through Lightcast’s ad integration.
  • Control ad placements to ensure smooth viewer experiences.
  • Expand revenue potential by connecting to premium ad networks.

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Pay-Per-View (PPV) & Premium Events

  • Generate revenue with secure PPV streams of premium events.
  • Offer exclusive, limited-time access directly through your branded apps.
  • Expand revenue potential with reliable, high-quality live event streaming.

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Donations & Fundraising

  • Enable seamless viewer donations directly within your streaming apps.
  • Increase donor engagement and generosity through intuitive, secure giving options.
  • Enable frictionless giving without disrupting the viewing engagement.

Audience Growth & Acquisition

App Store Optimization (ASO) & SEO Visibility

  • Increase your content’s visibility in major app stores (Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV) using Lightcast’s strategic ASO.
  • Attract organic web traffic through optimized metadata and dedicated SEO landing pages.
  • Expand your reach by enhancing discoverability for viewers searching relevant keywords online.

Social Media Integration & Simulcasting

  • Maximize your audience by streaming simultaneously to social platforms (Facebook, YouTube, etc.) and your branded OTT apps.
  • Convert casual social media viewers into dedicated subscribers with seamless integration that directs traffic back to your own apps.
  • Expand viewer engagement by leveraging your social media presence to boost overall audience growth.

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Global Multi-platform Distribution

  • Effortlessly reach audiences on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, mobile apps, and web streaming—all managed from one central platform.
  • Accelerate international growth by delivering your content reliably to audiences around the world.
  • Provide a seamless viewing experience across all major OTT and streaming platforms.

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Content Syndication & Partnerships

  • Extend your content’s reach by syndicating across strategic partner platforms using Lightcast’s robust syndication tools.
  • Boost viewer acquisition by tapping into new markets and partner audiences through automated content sharing.
  • Streamline partnerships and increase audience growth opportunities with simplified syndication workflows.

Content Distribution & Syndication

On-Demand & Library Management

  • Build and maintain an extensive, organized library of on-demand videos accessible anytime, anywhere.
  • Extend the lifespan of your content, increasing viewer engagement through easily navigable archives.
  • Simplify content discovery and increase overall watch time with intuitive content organization tools.

Multi-platform Distribution

  • Streamline your content delivery to all major OTT platforms including Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, web, and mobile apps.
  • Ensure consistent quality and viewer experience across multiple devices and platforms globally.
  • Maximize audience reach with seamless, simultaneous multi-platform content distribution.

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Automated Publishing & Scheduling

  • Save time and resources by scheduling and automating your content publishing across multiple platforms.
  • Ensure timely and consistent content releases to keep your audience engaged and returning.
  • Simplify complex content workflows with Lightcast’s intuitive scheduling tools, enabling efficient management at scale.

Live Streaming & Event Broadcasting

High-Quality Live Streaming

  • Deliver seamless, buffer-free HD live streams for sports, conferences, and major events.
  • Enhance viewer retention with stable, high-quality video experiences across global audiences.
  • Scale effortlessly with Lightcast’s robust CDN infrastructure, ensuring reliability for critical broadcasts.

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Interactive Live Experiences

  • Engage viewers actively with real-time interactive tools, including live chat, polls, and Q&A sessions.
  • Increase audience participation, fostering a vibrant community around your live events.
  • Boost viewer loyalty by making audiences an integral part of your live streaming experiences.

Live Event Monetization

  • Generate significant revenue by monetizing exclusive live events through pay-per-view (PPV) and ticketed streams.
  • Expand audience reach and revenue potential with secure, flexible event monetization tools.
  • Maximize earnings from your events by offering premium, limited-time access through your branded OTT apps.

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Church & Nonprofit Streaming

Church Donations & Fundraising Integration

  • Encourage generous giving with built-in donation features integrated directly into your church streaming apps.
  • Streamline tithes and offerings, increasing overall contributions through secure, user-friendly donation tools.
  • Track giving trends and donor engagement easily with detailed analytics provided by Lightcast.

Church Community Engagement & Prayer Groups

  • Strengthen community connection with interactive live streaming events, prayer meetings, and small-group broadcasts.
  • Foster deeper engagement and spiritual growth through live chats, prayer requests, and real-time interactions.
  • Create a welcoming online church community accessible anytime, anywhere.

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Inspirational & Educational Church Content

  • Expand your ministry’s impact by offering a rich, searchable library of inspirational sermons and Bible studies.
  • Reach wider audiences with professionally branded church apps optimized for Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, web, and mobile.
  • Equip your congregation with easy, continuous access to faith-building content tailored for spiritual growth.

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Enterprise & Corporate Communication

Internal Communication & Training

  • Streamline corporate training, onboarding, and internal announcements through secure OTT channels.
  • Improve employee participation with accessible live and on-demand training content.
  • Centralize internal communications, ensuring consistency across global teams.

Secure Corporate Streaming

  • Protect confidential content with secure, password-protected access to your corporate broadcasts.
  • Ensure compliance and content security with robust access management and user permissions.
  • Deliver critical company messages safely and efficiently to employees worldwide.

Employee Engagement & Education

  • Boost employee engagement with interactive streaming sessions featuring live Q&A, polls, and discussions.
  • Enhance continuous learning and professional development through easily accessible training libraries.
  • Monitor employee progress and engagement levels through comprehensive analytics and reporting tools.