Video Delivery
That Just Works.
Online video hosting & streaming API. From upload to player in minutes — no enterprise complexity, no surprise bills.
Everything You Need to Host and Stream Video
Without building your own stack.
Automatic Video Processing
Your video is automatically transcoded on first request using JIT processing — no rendering farms, no long queues. Upload once and let Rabata handle the rest.
Adaptive Streaming by Default
Adaptive bitrate streaming (HLS) adjusts quality in real time based on the viewer's connection — smooth playback without buffering.
Instant Embed
Create, upload and stream via a simple REST API. Get a production-ready player in minutes, or integrate playback into your own player.
Global Delivery
Videos are delivered through a global CDN, ensuring fast playback worldwide and reliable performance during traffic spikes.
From Upload to Player in 3 Steps
No SDKs, no complex pipelines. Just curl and go.
# 1. Create asset
curl -X POST https://api.rabata.io/v1/video/assets \
-H "Authorization: Bearer $API_KEY" \
-d '{"title": "My Video"}'
# 2. Upload
curl -X PUT {upload_url} \
--data-binary @video.mp4
# 3. Play
<iframe src="https://video.rabata.io/embed/{id}"></iframe>How Rabata Compares
Simple on day one. Predictable at scale. Built on infrastructure designed for growth.
| Feature | Rabata | Vimeo | Mux | Cloudflare Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Flat monthly | Per seat | Usage-based (per minute) | Per minute |
| Example Monthly Cost100 GB, moderate traffic | $19 | $25–65+ | Variable | ~$7+ |
| Per-seat Fees | No | Yes | No | No |
| Per-minute Billing | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Hard Storage Limits | No hard cap | 2 TB cap | No | No |
| Storage Pricing | Included in plan | Included per plan | Per-minute stored | Per-minute stored |
| Egress Pricing | Included in plan | Included per plan | Per-minute delivered | Per-minute delivered |
| Max Resolution | Up to 4K | Up to 4K | Up to 4K | Up to 4K |
| Full API Access | Yes (all plans) | Limited by tier | Yes | Yes (infra-level) |
| Cost Predictability | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
Predictable Pricing at Scale
No per-minute math. No seat upgrades. No hidden multipliers.
Starter
- Included storage & delivery
- Automatic JIT transcoding
- Adaptive bitrate streaming
- REST API access
- Production-ready player
- Global CDN delivery
Pro
- Everything in Starter
- Higher storage & delivery limits
- Priority processing
- Webhooks
- Advanced analytics
- Priority support
Enterprise
- Everything in Pro
- Per-GB storage & delivery
- Custom usage models
- SLA guarantees
- Dedicated support
- Volume discounts
Re-evaluating Your Current Video Platform?
Switching takes minutes.
Keep your existing workflow. No complex setup. No enterprise migration process.
See It in Action
Real video on our own infrastructure. Adaptive bitrate switching included.
Demo video coming soon
Frequently Asked Questions
Create a Rabata account, create a video project, upload your first video, and embed the player in your site or product. You can go from upload to playback in minutes.
Rabata is built for anyone who needs reliable video hosting, whether you're uploading a single video or streaming millions of views. It's ideal for teams that want simple setup, predictable pricing, and full API control without enterprise complexity.
Rabata focuses on simplicity and predictable pricing. There is no per-seat model and no per-minute billing. You get fixed plans with clear overage rules and full API access — without enterprise-level complexity or surprise costs.
Because Rabata controls its own S3 storage layer. We don't rely on third-party cloud markups or per-minute transcoding billing. Your cost is based on clear storage and delivery usage — nothing else.
Rabata accepts standard formats such as MP4. Videos are automatically processed for adaptive streaming (HLS), so playback adjusts to the viewer's device and network conditions.
Within minutes. After upload, your video is automatically processed on first request, and you can immediately embed the player and start streaming.
You can use Rabata's production-ready player and embed via iframe, or integrate playback through the API using your own player. You stay in control of the experience.
Yes. Rabata provides a REST API to create assets, upload videos, and manage playback. Basic webhooks are available to support production workflows.
No. Rabata Video bundles S3 storage, processing, delivery and player into one workflow. You don't need to configure buckets, CDNs or rendering pipelines.
You pay for your selected plan (Starter or Pro) plus usage-based storage and delivery (GB). Pricing is transparent and based on clearly defined rates — no minute-based calculations or hidden multipliers.
Migration is straightforward. Create your Rabata project, upload your existing videos, and replace your embed link. For early customers, we can assist with initial migration to make the process even smoother.
Yes. You can get started without a long-term commitment and test the workflow before scaling.
Ready to Get Started?
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