Everything we build for OTT.
Apexnova builds custom streaming platforms teams own outright — apps on every screen, the monetisation model behind them, and the video infrastructure that keeps them fast. 48 services, grouped below.
Core builds
08 servicesCustom streaming apps for web, mobile and every connected TV.
OTT App Development in IndiaUPI Autopay, Indian gateways, regional languages and IT Rules features, priced in rupees.
Build Your Own OTT PlatformOwn the code, production accounts, data, contracts and operational runbooks.
White-Label OTT PlatformWhat white-label gets you — and when owning beats renting.
Video Streaming App DevelopmentA custom streaming app built around your catalogue and audience.
Short Video App DevelopmentVertical short-form feeds with recommendations and creator tooling.
Microdrama App DevelopmentScripted short series with instant next-episode playback and coin unlocks.
OTT Platform Development CostWhat an OTT build actually costs, broken down by scope.
Platform & monetisation models
07 servicesSubscription video with billing, entitlements and churn tooling.
AVOD Platform DevelopmentAd-supported streaming with SSAI and ad-server integration.
TVOD Platform DevelopmentPay-per-view and rentals with transactional checkout.
FAST Channel DevelopmentLinear FAST channels with scheduling and cloud playout.
VOD Platform DevelopmentOn-demand catalogues with search, metadata and delivery.
Live Streaming Platform DevelopmentLow-latency live at scale, from ingest through to the player.
Video Monetization PlatformSVOD, AVOD, TVOD and hybrid revenue systems in one owned platform.
Device & TV apps
06 servicesBrightScript and SceneGraph channels built for Roku certification.
Fire TV App DevelopmentSeparate Fire OS and Vega OS apps with shared product logic and Appstore delivery.
Apple TV App DevelopmentNative tvOS apps with focus-led UX, AVPlayer, FairPlay and App Store delivery.
Android TV App DevelopmentAndroid TV and Google TV apps built on Leanback patterns.
Samsung Tizen App DevelopmentTizen TV apps with AVPlay, model-year QA and Seller Office certification.
Smart TV App DevelopmentStreaming apps for Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, Vidaa, Vizio and every connected TV.
Industry platforms
09 servicesLive sports with low latency, rights windows and blackouts.
Movie Streaming PlatformsFilm and series VOD services you own outright.
Religious & Devotional AppsDevotional streaming with live services and donations.
Education Streaming PlatformsEdTech video with courses, cohorts and progress tracking.
Fitness Streaming AppsWorkout streaming with classes, plans and subscriptions.
News Streaming Platforms24/7 live news with fast turnaround and clip workflows.
Kids & Family Streaming AppsAge-rated kids profiles, parental controls and privacy-first data handling.
Regional & Multilingual OTTNative-language UI and search, dubs and subtitles, local payments.
Enterprise Video PlatformsPrivate video portals with SSO, role-based access and audit logs.
Infrastructure & capabilities
10 servicesWidevine, FairPlay and PlayReady across packaging, policy, licenses and players.
Multi-CDN Video DeliveryMulti-CDN switching for resilience and lower delivery cost.
Video Transcoding ServicePer-title encoding and packaging pipelines that cut spend.
Video CMS DevelopmentCatalogue, metadata and publishing workflows for your team.
Video Player DevelopmentCustom players with ABR, analytics and QoE telemetry.
OTT Recommendation EnginePersonalised rows, search and content intelligence.
Cloud Playout SolutionChannel origination and playout without the hardware.
Live-to-VODTurn live streams into catalogue assets automatically.
Video Analytics PlatformPlayback QoE, audience and content analytics built around your decisions.
Streaming Cloud Cost OptimizationMeasure and reduce encoding, storage, egress and CDN waste.
Compare alternatives
08 servicesA custom-built alternative to Accedo's managed OTT product.
Intellias AlternativeHow a specialist OTT team compares to a large outsourcer.
Buildable Works AlternativeOwning your OTT build vs Buildable Works' delivery model.
Muvi AlternativeOwn your platform instead of renting a hosted stack.
Brightcove AlternativeA custom alternative to Brightcove's enterprise pricing.
Dacast AlternativeScaling past self-serve limits with a custom build.
Zype AlternativeCustom-built OTT instead of a templated platform.
VPlayed AlternativeA proven, 30-day OTT build compared with VPlayed.
Where to start
Most teams arrive with one of three questions: what will it cost, should we build or rent, and which devices first. These guides answer each one in depth.
| If you're asking… | Start with |
|---|---|
| What does a streaming platform cost to build and run? | OTT platform cost guide |
| What exactly will we own, and how is it built? | Build your own OTT platform |
| Is white-label or SaaS enough for us? | White-label OTT platforms |
| What goes into the apps on each screen? | OTT app development |
| How do protocols, players and DRM fit together? | Video streaming app development |
| How do you compare with a vendor on our shortlist? | Muvi, Brightcove, Accedo, VPlayed |
Every Apexnova build follows the same principles: a focused launch in about 30 days, one-time project fees from $4,999, no per-subscriber fees, code and cloud accounts in your name, and infrastructure engineered for about 35% lower cloud cost with historic 99.99% uptime. Our team has shipped 20 streaming platforms reaching 15M+ viewers, a track record that predates Apexnova's incorporation in December 2025.
OTT development FAQ
What does an OTT development company do?
An OTT development company designs and builds streaming services: the viewer apps on web, mobile and connected TV, the video pipeline (encoding, DRM, CDN delivery), and the backend for catalogue, accounts, payments and analytics. Apexnova builds these as custom platforms the client owns.
Should I build a custom OTT platform or use a SaaS or white-label product?
Hosted SaaS and white-label products are fastest to start but charge recurring fees that often scale with subscribers or revenue and limit customization. A custom build costs more upfront but you own the code, data and infrastructure. Custom usually wins once you have a proven audience and a roadmap of your own.
How much does OTT platform development cost?
Apexnova's Launch package is $4,999 (₹4,50,000) for web, iOS and Android, and the Scale package with connected-TV apps is up to $10,499 (₹10,00,000), both one-time. Running costs for most platforms are $1,000–$10,000 a month, paid directly to cloud, CDN and DRM providers.
How long does it take to launch an OTT platform?
A focused web and mobile launch takes about 30 days with Apexnova. Programmes adding Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV and Smart TV apps, live events or FAST channels are typically planned across 8–12 weeks.
Which devices should an OTT service launch on first?
Start where your audience watches. Most services launch web, iOS and Android first, then add the connected-TV platforms with the largest share in their markets, commonly Roku and Fire TV in the US, and Android TV, Samsung and LG elsewhere.