Shaka Player
Shaka Player is an open-source JavaScript video player by Google that enables adaptive streaming of DRM-protected content using DASH and HLS on the web.
How Shaka Player + Enveu works
Enveu delivers video streams, DRM licenses, metadata, and playback configuration from its backend, while Shaka Player runs in the web app to securely play adaptive DASH/HLS streams with DRM support—ensuring smooth, scalable, and protected video playback managed centrally through Enveu.
Benefits : Shaka Player + Enveu
- Faster time-to-launch by eliminating the need to build and configure a web video player from scratch
- Secure playback out of the box with pre-configured DRM and entitlement enforcement through Enveu
- Consistent and optimized web playback experience across browsers using adaptive DASH/HLS streaming
- Reduced engineering effort as Enveu manages player integration, updates, and compatibility
- Scalable and enterprise-ready playback that works seamlessly with multiple CDNs and video backends
Frequently Asked Questions
What role does Shaka Player play in the Enveu platform?
Shaka Player is used as the web video player that handles adaptive playback (DASH/HLS) and DRM, while Enveu manages content, users, subscriptions, and playback rules from the backend.
Does Shaka Player support DRM with Enveu?
Yes. Enveu integrates Shaka Player with industry-standard DRM systems such as Widevine, enabling secure playback of premium and subscription-based content.
Can Shaka Player handle adaptive streaming in Enveu-powered apps?
Yes. Shaka Player dynamically adapts video quality based on viewer bandwidth and device performance, ensuring a smooth playback experience on the web.
Do customers need to manage Shaka Player separately?
No. Shaka Player is pre-integrated into Enveu’s web apps, so customers do not need to configure or maintain the player independently.
What streaming formats are supported with Shaka Player in Enveu?
The combined solution supports MPEG-DASH and HLS, depending on the streaming setup and content source configured in Enveu.
Can Enveu work with multiple video infrastructures while using Shaka Player?
Yes. Enveu acts as the orchestration layer and can work with different video infrastructures (OVPs/CDNs), while Shaka Player ensures consistent playback on the web.
Is Shaka Player suitable for large-scale OTT platforms built on Enveu?
Absolutely. Shaka Player is battle-tested and open-source, and when combined with Enveu’s scalable backend, it supports high-traffic, enterprise-grade OTT platforms.
Can playback behavior be controlled from Enveu?
Yes. Enveu controls playback policies such as access rules, entitlement checks, DRM enforcement, and content availability, while Shaka Player executes these rules during playback.
Is Shaka Player customizable within Enveu’s web experience?
Yes. Enveu can customize player UI, controls, and events to align with the brand and UX requirements of each OTT platform.
Launch Secure Web Playback Faster
Use Enveu’s pre-integrated Shaka Player to deliver adaptive, DRM-protected streaming on the web without complex player setup or ongoing maintenance.