We provide fully managed and tested streaming services in mainland China
Often companies and organisations encounter difficulties when trying to deploy streaming services in mainland China. At IMG, we offer a fully managed, reliable, and tested video streaming service specifically tailored for mainland China. The solutions works seamlesly in integration with many of the major video platforms such as IBM, Kaltura, Brightcove, Youtube, Vimeo and many others. Through our five live centers located in China, we ensure dependable streaming experiences for end-users, whether they are on VPN based secure corporate networks or using cell phones on local Chinese telco provider networks.
Strategic CDN Partnerships for China
Our strategic partnerships with regional Chinese CDNs grant us a unique advantage. These partnerships entail a physical presence within mainland China, including network nodes and on-site staff with a deep understanding of China’s business and government landscape. Furthermore, we maintain vigilant surveillance of Chinese government regulations.
High-Performance Video Delivery
As a result, our solution harnesses the power of over 2,000 cache nodes strategically deployed across mainland China. These nodes are integrated into the networks of major ISPs and telecom companies, as well as several small and medium-sized ISPs. This extensive network presence allows us to achieve an overall performance that can be many times better than online video solutions attempting to reach China from Hong Kong.
Global Ingest and HTML5 Playback
IMG provides a European, Asian and US based Point of Presence (PoP) ingest points, facilitating seamless distribution of streams to local streaming servers within China. Playback is delivered through a responsive HTML5 embed player or native multi-bitrate HLS, ensuring low-latency, accessibility, and high-speed live video broadcasting services.
Overcoming Technical Hurdles for Live and VOD Streaming in Mainland China
Successfully delivering Live and VOD streaming in mainland China requires more than just a standard CDN approach; it requires a deep integration with the local digital infrastructure. The “Great Firewall” often causes significant packet loss and high latency for video streams entering from outside the country. By utilizing our European, Asian, and US-based Point of Presence (PoP) ingest points, we ingest your source stream in a high-speed environment and then use private, dedicated network paths to move that data into the mainland. Once inside, our network of over 2,000 cache nodes takes over. These nodes are strategically placed within the data centers of China Telecom, China Unicom, and China Mobile. This “last mile” delivery is what ensures that your Live and VOD streaming in mainland China remains stable, even during peak internet usage hours or across different provinces with varying ISP performance.
Reliable Live and VOD Streaming in Mainland China: Compatibility & Compliance
Furthermore, the complexity of Live and VOD streaming in mainland China extends to mobile device compatibility and local ISP peering. Most international players struggle with the unique routing tables used by small and medium-sized Chinese ISPs. Our solution bypasses these bottlenecks by using a responsive HTML5 embed player and native multi-bitrate HLS playback. This technical setup ensures that whether your viewers are accessing the stream from a secure corporate VPN in a Shanghai office building or using a 5G mobile connection on a local telco provider in a rural area, the experience is seamless. We also maintain a physical presence with on-site staff who monitor the ever-changing landscape of Chinese government regulations. This vigilance ensures that your Live and VOD streaming in mainland China stays compliant with local laws, preventing sudden blocks or service interruptions that often plague unmanaged international streaming setups. By choosing a managed service, you gain the peace of mind that your global webinar, corporate town hall, or product launch will reach 100% of your intended Chinese audience without buffering or technical failure.
In a nutshell our managed service provides:
“We appreciated IMGplay support during the preparation of our webinar, they were very responsive to any question. Thanks to their solution, we were easily able to include our Chinese customers in the event”
