Professional Cloud Playout with LibreTime
24/7 automated broadcasting without dedicated hardware. Schedule shows, manage playlists, broadcast from anywhere.
Cloud playout is your AutoDJ in the cloud. Upload your music library, create schedules, and broadcast 24/7 - all from your web browser, no dedicated computer needed.
Hear LibreTime in Action
This stream is automated by LibreTime 24/7
What LibreTime Is (And Isn't)
Setting realistic expectations
What LibreTime IS
Cloud Automation- 24/7 automated broadcasting - Upload music, create playlists, schedule shows
- Web-based management - Control from anywhere, any device
- Smart scheduling - Playlists, rotations, time-based rules
- Live show capability - Go live anytime, AutoDJ resumes after
- User management - Multiple DJs with their own access
Perfect for: Internet radio, community stations, new broadcasters, podcast networks, remote DJ teams.
What LibreTime ISN'T
- NOT a Myriad replacement - Not designed for complex FM/DAB studio workflows
- NOT for live mixing - No real-time audio processing or live mixing board
- NOT hardware playout - Runs in cloud, not connected to studio hardware
- NOT for complex voicetracking - Basic automation, not professional production suite
What to use instead: For professional FM/DAB playout, use dedicated hardware systems like Myriad, PlayIt, or RadioDJ in your studio.
Bottom line: LibreTime is powerful cloud automation for internet radio. If you need Myriad-level complexity or hardware integration, this isn't it. If you need reliable 24/7 internet broadcasting without dedicated hardware, LibreTime is perfect.
LibreTime vs Free AutoDJ
All our stream hosting includes free MediaCP AutoDJ. Here's when you need to upgrade to LibreTime.
MediaCP AutoDJ
FREE with all streamsIncluded free with every stream hosting package. Perfect for simple 24/7 broadcasting with manual playlist management.
What You Get:
- Playlist rotation - Upload music, create playlists, set rotation weights
- Calendar scheduling - Schedule playlists at specific times with recurring options
- Jingles & intervals - Insert jingles between tracks automatically
- Crossfading - Smooth transitions between tracks
- Live DJ switching - Connect live, AutoDJ resumes after
Best for: Simple stations with pre-made playlists, hobby broadcasters, testing your concept, stations where you manually organize music.
LibreTime Cloud Playout
PREMIUM ADD-ONAdvanced automation with intelligent content selection, multi-user management, and professional scheduling features.
Everything in AutoDJ, PLUS:
- Smart Blocks - Playlists auto-generate based on criteria (genre, BPM, artist, date, mood)
- Dynamic content - "Play tracks from this month" updates automatically each month
- Complex logic - AND/OR rules: "Artist=Beck OR (Genre=Rock AND BPM=120-140)"
- Multi-user system - Admin/Program Manager/DJ roles with individual logins
- Show ownership - DJs manage their own shows, playlists, and schedules
- Auto-podcast scheduling - Import weekly podcasts, auto-schedule before airtime
- Advanced analytics - Detailed playback history, track reports, show statistics
Best for: Professional stations, remote DJ teams, complex scheduling needs, automated content rotation, stations with multiple contributors.
When Should You Choose LibreTime?
Smart Automation Needed
"I want my station to automatically play indie rock tracks from 2020-2025 during drive time, then switch to chill electronic at night."
Multiple DJs/Contributors
"I have 10 presenters broadcasting from home. They need to manage their own shows, upload content, and schedule independently."
Weekly Podcast Import
"I receive weekly podcasts via RSS feed. I want them auto-imported and scheduled every Monday at 7pm without manual work."
Quick Decision Guide
Stick with FREE AutoDJ if: You manually create playlists, have simple scheduling needs, single user, basic 24/7 rotation is enough.
Upgrade to LibreTime if: You need smart automation, criteria-based content selection, multiple users with permissions, complex scheduling rules, or automated podcast workflows.
Pro tip: Start with free AutoDJ, upgrade to LibreTime when your station's needs outgrow simple playlist rotation. You can migrate anytime.
How LibreTime Works
See how cloud playout integrates with your stream hosting and other Hippynet services
Playout Mode: Automated 24/7 Broadcasting
What's happening: LibreTime includes 1TB of music library storage. Create smart blocks based on criteria (genre, BPM, date ranges, artist) and LibreTime automatically selects and plays tracks. The audio stream goes to your Icecast server, which distributes to all your listeners.
Is Cloud Playout Right for You?
Real-world scenarios where LibreTime is the perfect fit
Not for advanced studio playout (use Myriad/PlayIt for that)
Starting Your First Station
Scenario: You want to start an internet radio station but don't have thousands for hardware or a dedicated studio computer running 24/7.
LibreTime solution: Upload your music library, create playlists, set your schedule. LibreTime runs in our cloud - your station broadcasts 24/7 even when your laptop is off.
Perfect for: Hobby broadcasters, new internet stations, testing before investing in hardware
School/College Radio
Scenario: Your school wants a radio station but has limited equipment budget and no dedicated IT room or always-on computer.
LibreTime solution: Students upload content from any computer. Schedule shows from home. No hardware to maintain, no server room needed.
Perfect for: Schools, colleges, training environments, educational broadcasting
Remote Presenter Teams
Scenario: You have 10 presenters broadcasting from their homes. They need to connect to a central system, schedule shows, manage playlists.
LibreTime solution: Each DJ gets login access. They manage their shows, upload content, schedule broadcasts. LibreTime handles transitions and AutoDJ between shows.
Perfect for: Distributed teams, work-from-home DJs, multi-location stations
Backup Playout System
Scenario: Your main studio runs Myriad, but you need a backup system in case of studio issues or want an emergency AutoDJ feed.
LibreTime solution: Mirror your music library in LibreTime. If studio fails, switch to LibreTime cloud feed. Simple backup playout without duplicate hardware.
Perfect for: Emergency backup, studio failover, secondary streams
When NOT to Use LibreTime
If you need advanced voicetracking, complex log integration, hardware sound card control, sophisticated jingle insertion, or professional FM/DAB studio workflows - use dedicated playout systems like Myriad, PlayIt Live, or RadioDJ running on studio hardware.
LibreTime is cloud automation for internet radio. For professional broadcast studios with complex requirements, invest in purpose-built studio playout systems.
How It Works
From signup to broadcasting in 4 simple steps
Choose Your Plan
Select storage size and listener capacity. LibreTime + stream hosting included in every plan.
We Set It Up
Our engineers provision your LibreTime instance and stream. Login credentials sent within 24 hours.
Upload Content
Log into LibreTime, upload your music library, create playlists, and build your show schedule.
Start Broadcasting
Hit play and you're live! Your station broadcasts 24/7. Go live anytime with your DJ software.
When You Might Need More
LibreTime is perfect for internet radio. For FM/DAB studios needing hardware integration and advanced production tools, professional playout systems offer additional capabilities.
PlayoutONE
Third-party software - we don't sell this
- WebVT browser broadcasting
- Advanced voice tracking & segue editor
- Quick Keys audio wall
- Hardware integration (Axia, Wheatstone)
aiir.com/playoutone
Myriad
Third-party software - we don't sell this
- Web voice tracking with envelope control
- Multi-presenter live shows (5 guests)
- Clock & rule-based scheduling
- AI voice links & RSS ingestion
broadcastradio.com
The Right Tool for the Job
LibreTime: Internet Radio
Cloud-hosted automation with smart scheduling, multi-user access, and live capability. Everything you need for successful online broadcasting at affordable monthly pricing.
Professional Systems: FM/DAB Studios
Advanced voice tracking, hardware integration, audio walls, and complex scheduling. Designed for terrestrial broadcast studios with professional production requirements.
All Hippynet services work with any playout system. Whether you use LibreTime, PlayoutONE, Myriad, or anything else—AutoPod, Audio Toolbox, and Stream Backup integrate seamlessly.
As broadcast engineers, we've used professional playout systems extensively. We don't sell them, but we're happy to provide guidance. Contact vendors directly for pricing.
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