Concurrency Control
Concurrency Control limits how many simultaneous streams an account can play.
What is Concurrency Control?
Concurrency Control restricts the number of devices or streams that can play content at the same time under a single account.
Why Concurrency Control matters in OTT platforms
It protects subscription revenue, prevents credential sharing, and enforces plan-based rules.
How Concurrency Control works in practice
The platform checks active playback sessions before starting a new stream. If limits are exceeded, playback is blocked or an existing session is terminated.
Where Concurrency Control is used
It is enforced during playback start across mobile apps, Smart TVs, and web platforms.