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Broadcasting software for Windows, Mac and phone

1 min readUpdated November 8, 2026

Which programs work with RadioHosting.net and which one to pick.

Any program that can send to a SHOUTcast v1 server works. Here are the ones we recommend:

Overview

ProgramSystemPriceGood for
BUTTWindows, Mac, LinuxFreeTalk shows, sending a mixer signal
MixxxWindows, Mac, LinuxFreeDJ sets with two decks
RadioBOSSWindowsPaidFull studio automation
SAM BroadcasterWindowsPaidStudio automation
VirtualDJWindows, MacFree / paidDJ sets
Rocket BroadcasterWindows, MacFree / paidSimple, reliable encoding

Broadcasting from a phone

Look for an app that supports SHOUTcast v1 (sometimes called "legacy SHOUTcast"). Enter the same address, port and password as on a computer. Use Wi-Fi if you can; mobile data drops more often.

Which one should I pick?

Start with BUTT if you mostly talk or already have a mixer. Pick Mixxx if you want to mix songs. Both are free.

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