PeerTube
Video Hosting · Free · since 2018 · open source
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PeerTube is a decentralized, federated video hosting platform. Each instance can connect to others, forming a network of video sites. It uses WebTorrent/P2P to reduce server bandwidth costs. You can join an existing instance or host your own.
pros
- Completely free and open source — no platform fees
- Federated architecture means no single point of control
- P2P streaming reduces server bandwidth costs
- No ads, no tracking, no algorithmic manipulation
cons
- Much smaller audience than YouTube or Vimeo
- Self-hosting requires significant technical setup
- Video discovery is limited without a centralized algorithm
- Quality of experience varies by instance
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