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WorldTV

Your Own Television Channel
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Published 10/12/2011 and rated Ratingstars3 3 out of 5 stars
by AppAppeal Editor
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What can you use the app for?

WorldTV gives users a place to build their own online television channel. Users can maintain their own video library with clips from YouTube, Vimeo or any HTTP web server. The WorldTV playlist editor allows the user to drag and drop video clips quickly and easily where they want them. The finished playlist can be published as a TV channel, web TV channel, media RSS or embedded on a website. WorldTV’s embeddable video players include customizable designs so the user can add individual clips or entire playlists. Twitter features are also included that let the user auto post, receive status updates and more. TV channel stats can be viewed and the user can monetize their video webpages using Google’s AdSense. Other feature include bulk videos, HD video, webcam features, custom meta tags, mobile phone broadcasting, TV network building tools and the ability to earn awards and badges for creating top channels.

What is the history and popularity of the app?

WorldTV took over a decade to plan. The concept was built around the potential of modern technology as a way to empower almost anyone who is willing to use the tools available to them. Through WorldTV, the average person can become a media mogul by creating their own channels. The application currently hosts over 230,000 channels put together by users from 200 countries.

What are the differences to other apps?

WorldTV provides users with the tools and a platform to create their own online TV channels. The application can be used to host almost any kind of video clip and empowers users so that they can put together channels that become popular with other WorldTV users.

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How does the web app look and feel to use?

The WorldTV website utilizes a very stylish, fun design. The homepage features a dark header with the detailed WorldTV logo. The logo includes a colorful green and blue Earth behind the site name and a television design, complete with rabbit ears. Overall the application provides a user friendly interface that is easy to master and gives the user access to a wealth of options and tools to help them build and promote their TV channels.

How does the registration process work?

A new user can join the WorldTV community by clicking the grey “Price” tab in the upper, right hand corner of the homepage. This takes the user to the price plan page. Each column has a green button at the bottom that the user can click to sign up for their preferred plan. After clicking the corresponding “Sign Up Now” button, the user is asked to fill in their email address and password. No credit card information is required when creating a Basic membership.

What does it cost to use the application?

WorldTV offers users three account options. The first is a Basic plan which includes two minute sign up, an online video library, playlist tools, web TV broadcast capabilities, embeddable player access, a hosted video website, free directory listing and access to one million viewers for free. The Professional plan is also free and includes the same features plus the ability to add Pro features for around 25 cents per month. Professional accounts require a credit card when signing up even though there is no subscription fee. Users can also pay for al la carte items such as YouTube HD videos, Twitter integration, Google AdSense, custom domain name hosting and mobile phone video features.

Who would you recommend the application to?

WorldTV.com is ideal for anyone who loves to manage videos. The site provides a combination of features that are ideal for both individuals and professionals who are interested in managing their media online

  • Choose between two free accounts and paid features
  • Create your own customized play lists
  • Integrate with Twitter
  • List your channels in the WorldTV directory
  • Monetize TV channels with Google AdSense


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WorldTV pricing

FREE - Permanently free version
Cheapest plan (per month) : $0.25
Most expensive plan (per month) : $7.50

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English

English

Spanish

Spanish

French

French

German

German

Portuguese

Portuguese

Russian

Russian

Japanese

Japanese

Italian

Italian

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