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Hive Streaming’s pricing is based on the a total number of views.
A View Based License (VBL) is activated when a Hive enabled video is viewed beginning with the first second. The video session can be paused for up to 30 minutes, after which a new VBL will be activated. If the user switches devices while viewing a video, a new VBL is activated.
Customers purchase a yearly an annual bucket of VBLs. As VBLs are activated, they will be deducted from the bucket. If a bucket is fully used, an automatic overage charge will be applicable and additional VBLs will be priced at 150% of the contracted price. Customers who have fully used their buckets have the right to re-enter a new 12-month contract.
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The base price per view is based on statistics gathering (HIVE Analytics). Customers may then layer additional features (at additional cost) - including:
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