Widevine
| Widevine | |
|---|---|
The official Widevine logo | |
| Original author(s) | |
| Initial release | 1999 |
| Stable release | 1.4.9.1088
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| Written in | C++ |
| Operating system | Cross-platform |
| Type | Digital rights management |
| Website | widevine |
Widevine is a proprietary digital rights management (DRM) system that is included in most major web browsers and in the operating systems Android and iOS. It is used by streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu etc., to allow authorized users to view media while preventing them from creating unauthorized copies.
Widevine was originally developed in 1999 by Internet Direct Media, who later rebranded as Widevine Technologies. Following several rounds of funding, the company was acquired by Google in 2010 for an undisclosed amount.