Frequently Asked Questions

What is Freedocast?

Freedocast is a platform where you get to broadcast all those important moments of your life and also get to share the Live broadcast with your family, friends, and all other loved ones. Not just that, you can also live chat with all those available on other instant messenger services while you are actually making the broadcast.


Are the services available on Freedocast free?

Yes, our services are absolutely free.
No membership fees.
No additional costs involved.

What’s Freedocast got for me?

Freedocast has endless Applications, and we add new Applications every single day. And thus Freedocast has something installed for everyone and for subscribed users too. People use Freedocast for many reasons, to Live broadcast, to share all special occasions with their loved ones, to live chat while broadcasting, to showcase their talent and most importantly to create a distinct identity of their own and to expand their social networking.

What do I need to watch Freedocast?

  1. To use Freedocast you need a PC or a MAC
  2. An up-to-date browser like Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari
  3. Latest version of Adobe Flash Player installed on your PC or MAC

What do I need to broadcast?

All you need to broadcast on Freedocast is a
  1. Camcorder or webcam hooked up to an internet connected PC or MAC computer
  2. An up-to-date browser like Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari
  3. The latest version of Adobe Flash Player installed on your PC or MAC

How do I start broadcasting?

If you are using Freedocast for the first time, use the ‘start broadcast’ option on the home page, and fill in a simple signup page to get started.

What is a Public broadcast?

Public broadcast is a broadcast which is open for all. Public broadcast, is open for all the registered users as well as visitors to Freedocast.

What is Private broadcast?

If you do not want your broadcast to be seen by everyone, then use private broadcasting tool, which helps you to restrict your broadcast to few selected users, to watch your broadcast.

What speed internet connection do I need to stream on Freedocast?

A broadband connection is generally recommended, however you can broadcast live video on Freedocast with as little as 100kbps of upload bandwidth. Check www.speedtest.net to see if you have the necessary upload connection speed.

What type of camera is compatible with Freedocast?

Any USB webcam and USB/Fire wire camcorders are supported by Freedocast provided your computer recognizes your camera as a video device. IP cameras are not supported.

Is there a minimum age to use Freedocast?

All you need is to be above 13 years to open an account with Freedocast.

How do I report inappropriate content or copyright infringements?

Below each video window there is a "Report" button. Please use this to flag content in violation of our Terms of Service or otherwise is inappropriate.

What are the keys to a high quality stream?

There are many ways to improve the quality of your broadcast. If your broadcast is choppy, ensure you have enough bandwidth to broadcast at your selected quality settings.
Lowering the quality setting or video bit rate will improve video smoothness.
If your picture quality is poor, you may consider investing in a higher quality camera. Also try adjusting your lighting. Digital cameras need a lot of light, since video appears grainy in dark conditions.

How do I reset or change my password?

  1. Sign in
  2. Go to my account page
  3. Using the option change password on your screen, you can reset your password.

How do I delete my account?

Email us at info@freedocast.com to terminate your account permanently.
Note: Please note that it takes a maximum of 48 hours for the process to take place.

Which image formats does Freedocast support in My Account page?

The design page supports .jpg, .jpeg, .gif, .png formats.

How do my saved video files be deleted?

Yes. Use the delete video option available in your My Videos page under My Account.