What Is SRT and Why Should You Use It?

If you've heard of SRT (Secure Reliable Transport), you might think it's only for professional broadcasters. Historically, it was. But with StreamBridge, anyone can take advantage of its power.

If you've heard of SRT (Secure Reliable Transport), you might think it's only for professional broadcasters. Historically, it was. But with StreamBridge, anyone can take advantage of its power—without needing to know the details.

Here's the short version: SRT is a streaming protocol that ensures your video gets to the viewer without hiccups, even over shaky internet connections. Unlike RTMP, which just drops packets when things go wrong, SRT waits to make sure everything arrives clearly.