This topic describes how to use the URL generator.
Prerequisites
You have added ingest and streaming domains and associated them. For more information, see Add an accelerated domain name and Associate a streaming domain with an ingest domain.
Background information
The URL generator creates ingest URLs and playback URLs, including standard live playback URLs, transcoded stream playback URLs, and delayed playback URLs.
Use playback URLs with a player SDK or third-party software such as VLC to play streams.
Use ingest URLs with a Push SDK or third-party software such as OBS to ingest streams.
Instructions
- Log on to the ApsaraVideo Live console.
In the navigation pane on the left, choose .
On the Live URL Generator tab, complete the following configuration to obtain ingest and playback URLs.
Configuration item
Description
Streaming Domain
Select a Streaming Domain.
Authentication
Authentication method and validity period.
NoteTo change the validity period, see URL signing configuration.
Ingest Domain
After you select a streaming domain, the system loads the ingest domain associated with it.
AppName
Enter a custom value. Use this field to distinguish between different live applications or scenarios.
StreamName
Enter a custom value. This field identifies a unique live stream.
Transcoding Template
Select a configured transcoding template. If you do not select one, the system uses original quality by default.
NoteConfigure transcoding templates using the live stream transcoding feature. After selecting a streaming domain, enter the AppName used in your transcoding configuration. The system then loads the matching transcoding templates.
Click Generate URLs to obtain ingest and playback URLs. For examples and details about these URLs, see Generate live stream URLs.