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Pay-per-view streaming and controlled access

Features

Sell one live event without building a storefront

Launch a paid live event with one controlled playback surface, simple pricing, and viewer access tied directly to the session you want to monetize.

Sell one live event without building a storefront

Reuse the same paywall for VOD

Use the same playback and access model for live events, follow-up replays, or catalog assets that need controlled viewing after the event ends.

Reuse the same paywall for VOD

Keep your revenue model predictable

Set the price, keep the commercial logic clear, and avoid rebuilding access flows every time a new event or paid asset goes live.

Keep your revenue model predictable

Deliver paid playback globally

Make viewer access the business problem, not buffering. Keep the playback layer usable for paid audiences across geographies and connection conditions.

Deliver paid playback globally

Control the player experience

Decide how the branded player, access checks, and playback surface should look instead of outsourcing the full customer-facing experience.

Control the player experience

Frequently Asked Questions

Do viewers need a Callaba account before they can pay and watch?
No. The goal is to keep access centered on your paid playback surface, not to force viewers through a separate platform onboarding flow.
Can I sell both live events and VOD with the same stack?
Yes. A common pattern is to use the same player and access surface for the live event first and then keep it available for replay or on-demand sales.
Can I control free passes or invited viewers?
Yes. Scheduled events, selected viewers, and alternative access scenarios are part of the practical workflow for paid video products.
Does the paywall work with embed or player pages?
Yes. The paywall belongs with the playback surface, so embed-ready players and grouped player pages are the natural place to expose it.
Where does the revenue and access logic live?
In practice the workflow is split: player surfaces handle viewing, grouped pages handle access scenarios, and files provide the underlying assets when VOD is involved.
Where should I start in the docs?
Start with Web player groups for paywalled viewing pages, continue with Web players, and use Files if your paid workflow includes on-demand assets.
Do you charge any commission on my sales?
No, Callaba doesn't take any fees from your sales. You receive the full 100% of your earnings directly into your designated payout account.