PRODUCT
Real DRM for WebRTC streams
Our best-in-class DRM licensing service, DRMtoday, adds real end-to-end encryption for WebRTC cross-device browser delivery.
Keep live sports, betting, auctions, and e-learning WebRTC streams secure from leaks, piracy, and screen recording, without compromising on low-latency playback.
Meet the security standards of Hollywood and beyond. DRMtoday brings studio-grade DRM to real-time WebRTC content delivery. We support Widevine, PlayReady, and FairPlay, including hardware-secure levels.
Catch leaks with just one frame. Literally. Our STARDUSTmark forensic watermarking can add another protection layer and trace down to the single frame. Whether it’s a screen grab or a recorded clip, you’ll know who leaked what and when.
Don’t just secure the stream, secure the screen. Streams are blacked out during client-side screen recording to prevent content copying and restreaming.
Stay real-time, stay secure without tradeoffs. Maintain the low-latency experience WebRTC is known for without sacrificing content protection. Our DRM solution is optimized to keep encryption overhead minimal.
facts & figures
First DRM solution for WebRTC
In 2022, we became the first to bring true end-to-end DRM protection to WebRTC by integrating DRMtoday directly into the pipeline. Since then, we’ve continued pushing boundaries to help customers deliver secure, real-time experiences.
100%
browser-based
NO CLIENT INSTALLS
Works with Chrome, Edge, Chromium, and Safari CDM through MSE/EME
1 API
SIMPLE INTEGRATION
One API for your existing encoding and client workflows
<1s latency
Real-time delivery
Ultra-low delay with strong security
HDCP
HDCP control available for VOD and live
Hollywood recognized security
DRMtoday successfully completed Cartesian’s extensive Farncombe Security Audit®.
PRODUCT
True end-to-end media encryption
Standard WebRTC only uses TLS encryption, leaving gaps when media servers get involved.
Our DRM for WebRTC solution uses browser-based CDMs to secure your entire delivery chain—from source to screen—ensuring your live streams stay protected, even with relays in between.
No exposure zones. No weak links.
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Key facts
Built for secure live streaming
Deliver sub-second latency DRM playback across browsers and devices: perfect for real-time streams where speed and security can’t be compromised.
Scalable event protection
Secure dynamic, high-traffic live events—sports, esports, auctions, and more—with DRMtoday’s multi-DRM architecture built to scale without sacrificing performance, protection, or playback quality.
Seamless API integration
Easily plug DRM into your WebRTC pipeline using your existing encoding and client workflows—no overhauls, just a clean API that fits right in.
Complete integration support
Get hands-on help from our video security experts to simplify complex DRM and WebRTC integration—accelerating deployment while reducing risks.
Track every stream
Gain visibility into every session with playback audit trails and licensing logs—perfect for compliance, debugging, or tracing suspicious activity across live WebRTC workflows.
testimonials
DRMtoday in WebRTC is a game changer – we can now bring our low latency streaming solutions to a whole new set of customers who were, until now, unable to satisfy their needs for end-to-end encryption.
Mark Pace CTO
Let’s secure your streams
If our approach sounds promising, explore how DRM for WebRTC can safeguard your next live stream.
Features
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Discover all the ways DRM for WebRTC provides innovative content protection.
Need support with something you don’t see here? Just contact us or view our consulting and custom engineering options.
| DRM support Including hardware-secure DRM levels | Widevine (L1 & L3), FairPlay Streaming, PlayReady (SL2000 & SL3000), and ClearKey |
| Supported browsers No plugins or third-party software needed | Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, Chromium-based and Electron apps |
| Screen recording copy protection |  |
| Video codec | AV1, H.264/AVC |
| Audio codec | OPUS, AAC, AC-3, EAC-3 |
| HDCP control | |
| Encryption schemes | CENC, CBCS (1:9 and other patterns) |
| Automated content key ingest into our DRMtoday licensing service | |
| Supported platforms | Android, Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Linux |
FAQs
Have questions?
Check out some of the common questions we receive, or visit our DRM guide to find more.
DRM for WebRTC is Castlabs’ secure DRM licensing solution that brings true end-to-end encryption to WebRTC streams through DRMtoday. It enables hardware-secure playback using Widevine, FairPlay, and PlayReady—protecting live video content even as it passes through media servers.
Standard WebRTC encryption (TLS/DTLS) only protects socket connections—not the media pipeline. With DRM for WebRTC, your live streams, betting feeds, and gaming events are encrypted all the way to the browser’s Content Decryption Module (CDM), blocking screen recording and unauthorized access.
Any real-time, high-value content:
- Live sports & eSports
- Betting & gambling streams
- Paid webinars & online courses
- Auctions & conferencing
- Remote post-production workflows
If your content is live, premium, and at risk, DRMtoday for WebRTC locks it down.
DRM for WebRTC supports:
- Google Widevine (Modular, L1)
- Apple FairPlay Streaming
- Microsoft PlayReady
These enable hardware-secure playback in major browsers and devices, helping you meet studio and platform compliance standards.
Our approach surpasses standard WebRTC encryption for enhanced protection. Standard WebRTC only uses TLS encryption which is designed for direct point-to-point delivery leading to unencrypted exposure zones when using media servers. Leveraging the browser CDM, our DRM solution enables end-to-end encryption regardless of how many media servers are between the stream source and your audience.
Yes. DRMtoday for WebRTC is designed for cross-browser compatibility, including Chrome, Safari, Edge, and others that support EME/MSE. It works on desktops, laptops, and mobile—without requiring users to install plug-ins or special software.
Absolutely. Our solution is encoder-agnostic and integrates easily with your existing WebRTC workflows via simple API calls. No need to overhaul your stack or redesign your player logic.
Yes. When combined with Castlabs’ STARDUSTmark watermarking solution, DRMtoday enables frame-accurate leak tracing, ensuring even screen captures are traceable back to their source.
Request a demo and our team will walk you through integration, pricing, and support options for your specific use case.