Overview
The LiveKit Client SDK for Flutter enables developers to integrate real-time video and audio communication into their applications across iOS, Android, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux. It provides a seamless way to build interactive features like video conferencing, live streaming, and peer-to-peer communication with low latency. The SDK supports scalable, secure connections using LiveKit's cloud infrastructure or self-hosted servers. With intuitive APIs and cross-platform consistency, it simplifies the implementation of real-time media workflows in Flutter apps.
Use cases
- Video conferencing apps
- Live streaming platforms
- Real-time collaboration tools
- Remote support applications
- Interactive education platforms
Key features
- Cross-platform support (iOS, Android, Web, macOS, Windows, Linux)
- Low-latency real-time audio and video
- Scalable connection handling
- Secure token-based authentication
- Easy integration with LiveKit server
Suitable for
- Developers building real-time communication features
- Teams creating video chat or webinar apps
- Apps requiring multi-platform real-time media
- Startups using LiveKit's hosted or self-hosted solutions
Considerations
- Requires a LiveKit server or hosted service
- Network bandwidth affects call quality
- Additional setup for custom authentication
- Platform-specific permissions needed (camera/mic)
- May require backend infrastructure for scaling