AzuraCast helps you manage an online radio station: audio files, playlists, AutoDJ and live broadcasts. Choose radio hosting around storage, expected listeners and data transfer. Prepare your programmes and required permissions too; a hosting plan does not automatically arrange them.
Decide what you want to broadcast and how often. A continuous playlist needs different preparation from a live show with presenters. List your audio files, available broadcasting equipment and how listeners will find the stream. AzuraCast helps manage your radio environment but does not create your programmes or promotion.
AutoDJ and live broadcasts do different jobs
AutoDJ uses uploaded audio files and playlists. For a live programme, connect suitable broadcasting software to your station. Test audio and presenter access before inviting listeners. Features and settings depend on the AzuraCast version and configuration. Consult our knowledge base or ask for help setting things up.
Compare capacity and responsibilities
Consider AutoDJ storage, listener capacity and data transfer. Larger audiences and longer broadcasting periods may change your usage. Drechthosting provides managed AzuraCast hosting on VPS servers within the EU. You organise broadcasts and arrange permissions and any required music licences yourself. Review current plan conditions; unlimited components remain subject to usage conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Is AzuraCast the same as ordinary web hosting?
No. Radio hosting focuses on audio streaming and station management. A station website may need separate web hosting.
Can I use both playlists and live programmes?
AzuraCast supports AutoDJ and live broadcasting. Operation depends on station settings and available broadcasting software.
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