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VisitGNU MediaGoblin vs YouTube
What both publish
| Fact | GNU MediaGoblin | YouTube |
|---|---|---|
| API | The documentation describes a Pump API and says PyPump can be used to write MediaGoblin applications. | YouTube lists developer resources and APIs for developers interested in building with the service. |
| Security | The deployment guide recommends running MediaGoblin under a dedicated unprivileged system user to help keep it more secure. | Google says it uses encryption for data in transit and offers security tools including Safe Browsing, Security Checkup, and 2-Step Verification. |
| Support | The project points users to its IRC channel, mailing list, documentation, and bug tracker for help and discussion. | YouTube directs users to its Help Center, Help Community, and TeamYouTube for troubleshooting and updates. |
GNU MediaGoblin plans
- GNU MediaGoblinFree
YouTube plans
- Sports + News Plan$49.99 a month
- YouTube TV$59.99 a month
- Sports Plan$64.99 a month
- 4K Plus$9.99 a month
- More premium TV add-ons$1.99 a month
Pick GNU MediaGoblin if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick YouTube if…
YouTube may suit viewers looking to discover and watch videos, as well as creators who want to upload content and manage a channel. Developers can use its APIs for video playback, content management, analytics, and live streams.