What is DRM?
Digital Rights Management (DRM) adds a robust layer of security to your video content, helping to safeguard it against unauthorized access, screen recording, downloading, and distribution.
Uscreen's DRM uses industry-standard encryption protocols to ensure that only authorized members can view your content.
📝 NOTE: DRM is not available for trial stores. To learn about pricing and get DRM added to your plan, contact our Sales team, and the team will walk you through your options.
How DRM Works on Uscreen
Uscreen uses multi-DRM technology, supporting industry-standard encryption protocols across all major platforms and devices (Apple, Google, Roku, FireTV, etc.)
When DRM is enabled for your store, your video content is encrypted during the upload and processing stage. Each time a member plays a video, a secure license request is made to verify they have authorized access before playback begins.
ℹ️ INFO: DRM is a global-level setting for your store and is not toggled on a per-video basis. Once enabled, all newly uploaded content will be DRM-protected.
What Content Does DRM Protect?
DRM protection applies to:
✅ Newly uploaded VOD (Video on Demand) content
✅ Live events, including 24-hour live events
✅ Both free and subscription-gated videos
DRM protection does not apply to:
❌ Previously uploaded videos (see Existing Videos below)
❌ Video trailers
❌ Community user-generated content (UGC)
❌ Zoom-based content
❌ Custom HLS streams not hosted through Uscreen
DRM protection is applied during the upload and processing stage. This means videos uploaded before DRM was enabled are not automatically protected.
To protect your existing content, you will need to re-upload or replace those videos. Once re-uploaded, they will be processed with DRM encryption.
🔗 Learn more about Replacing Videos
⚠️ WARNING: If DRM is later disabled on your store, videos that were already processed with DRM will remain DRM-protected. Removing DRM protection from those videos requires re-uploading them without DRM enabled.
How to Request DRM
To add DRM to your store, follow these steps:
Reach out to our Sales team: Contact our Sales team at sales@uscreen.tv or use the "Contact Us to Enable" button in your Security Settings to discuss pricing and get DRM added to your plan.
Confirm your plan eligibility: DRM is available on App Essentials and Plus plans. If you are on a Growth or Starter plan, you will need to upgrade first. Contact sales@uscreen.tv to discuss upgrade options.
Contact your Customer Success Manager or Uscreen Support: Let them know you'd like to enable DRM for your store. You can reach support via the Intercom chat icon in your dashboard or by emailing your CSM directly.
Apple devices require additional setup: If you have iOS, tvOS, or Safari users, you'll need to complete an additional DRM setup process for Apple platforms. Your Uscreen App Specialist will guide you through this.
Review your existing content: Once DRM is enabled, only newly uploaded videos will be protected. Plan to re-upload any existing content you want protected.
Uscreen's App Team will verify your app versions: DRM requires minimum app versions across platforms. The team will ensure your apps are up to date during the setup process.
Supported Platforms & Minimum App Versions
DRM is supported across the following platforms. The Uscreen App Team ensures your apps are on the required versions during the DRM setup process.
Platform | Minimum Version | Notes |
Web (Chrome, Edge, Firefox) | N/A | Supported |
Safari | N/A | Requires additional Apple DRM setup |
Mobile iOS | v3.30.0+ (Dec 2025) | Requires additional Apple DRM setup |
Mobile Android | v3.30.0+ (Dec 2025) | Supported |
Roku | v3.14+ (Dec 2024) | Supported |
tvOS | v2.7.0+ (Apr 2025) | Requires additional Apple DRM setup |
Android TV | v2.9.0+ (Dec 2025) | Supported |
Fire TV | v2.9.0+ (Dec 2025) | Supported |
Samsung TV | v2.9.0+ (Dec 2025) | Supported |
Chromecast | Supported | Supported |
📝 NOTE: Samsung TV may require additional partner-level distribution approval depending on your app's setup.
DRM Setup for Apple Devices (iOS, tvOS, Safari)
Apple devices and Safari require additional DRM setup that must be completed by the owner of your Apple Developer account. Your Uscreen App Specialist will guide you through this process.
💡 TIP: Start the Apple DRM setup process early, as the combined Apple approval and configuration time can take up to a week or more.
🔗 Learn more about DRM Setup for Apple Devices
Important Limitations
Please be aware of the following limitations when using DRM:
Offline downloads are disabled: When DRM is enabled, members will not be able to download videos for offline viewing.
Not retroactive: Only newly uploaded content receives DRM protection. Existing videos must be re-uploaded.
Not a guarantee against all piracy: DRM provides a strong layer of protection but does not prevent all forms of screen capture, particularly simulator-based methods.
Playback compatibility: Some older devices, outdated OS versions, corporate networks, or VPN environments may experience playback limitations with DRM-protected content.
Apple setup required separately: Safari, iOS, and tvOS will not play DRM-protected content until the Apple DRM setup is completed.
Other Content Protection Features
While DRM provides the strongest level of content protection, Uscreen also offers several additional security features:
🔒 Transport Layer Security (TLS)
Encrypts all data transferred between your viewers and Uscreen servers using the TLS protocol, protecting login credentials and video streams.
👥 IP Concurrent Sessions Limit
Restricts the number of concurrent logins per IP address, preventing password sharing. You can define the maximum number of simultaneous sessions allowed.
🌍 Geo-Blocking
Ensures your content is only accessible in authorized regions. Set country-specific rules to limit access to videos, your website, or native apps.
🔗 Learn more about Geo-Blocking Options
🤖 reCAPTCHA
Detects and blocks bots on your site's login and checkout pages using Google's reCAPTCHA v3. Contact support to enable this for your storefront.
🔑 Token-Signed URLs
Prevents unauthorized downloading or embedding of your videos by using secure, time-limited playback links. Signed URLs include a security token that expires after a specific duration.
🔗 Learn more about the Security Settings
📝 NOTE: Tokenized URLs currently do not cover static MP4 downloads. You can request expanded coverage for this feature.
Additional Recommendations
To further protect your content, consider these tips:
Add a watermark to your videos to deter unauthorized redistribution
If your content is distributed without permission, submit a DMCA takedown request
FAQs
Can I enable DRM for just some of my videos?
Can I enable DRM for just some of my videos?
No. DRM is a global setting for your store. When enabled, all newly uploaded content will be DRM-protected.
Will my existing videos get DRM?
Will my existing videos get DRM?
Not automatically and retroactively. DRM is applied during upload/processing. You'll need to re-upload existing videos to protect them.
How do I know if DRM is available on my plan?
How do I know if DRM is available on my plan?
Contact our Sales team at sales@uscreen.tv or use the "Contact us to enable" button in your Security Settings to find out about eligibility and pricing.
Will DRM affect my members' viewing experience?
Will DRM affect my members' viewing experience?
For most members, playback will work seamlessly. However, some older devices or restricted network environments may experience limitations. Offline downloads will also be unavailable.
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