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ScreenStream streams an Android device display through an open source app, making the screen viewable from another device.
About ScreenStream
ScreenStream is an open-source Android app that streams the device screen and, in some modes, audio so it can be viewed from another device. It offers three modes. Local mode uses MJPEG over a built-in HTTP server, can be viewed in a web browser, and works on a local network without internet, with an optional 4–6 digit PIN and no encryption. Global mode uses WebRTC, requires internet, relies on a public signaling service at screenstream.io, and is available only in the Google Play version. RTSP mode works with compatible RTSP clients, servers, or players and supports H.264/H.265 video.
The Google Play version supports all three modes and includes ads. F-Droid versions are ad-free and support only Local and RTSP modes. The app uses Android's MediaProjection API and requires Android 7.0 or higher. Streaming quality and latency depend on the selected mode, device performance, and network conditions. Streaming over mobile data can use a large amount of data.
Key features
- Streams the Android screen and, in Global and RTSP modes, audio
- Local mode sends MJPEG images over a built-in HTTP server
- Local mode offers optional 4–6 digit PIN protection without encryption
- Global mode uses WebRTC via the public signaling service at screenstream.io
- RTSP mode supports H.264 or H.265 video and OPUS, AAC, or G.711 audio
- Local mode can crop, resize, or rotate frames before sending them
Best for: Android users who want to view a phone or tablet screen from a browser or RTSP-compatible software on a local network, and who understand the stated security limits of each mode.
Good for
- Open source, with the code available in a public GitHub repository
- Local mode works without an internet connection
- Offers three modes with different delivery methods and connection models
Watch out for
- Local mode uses PIN protection without encryption
- Global mode is available only in the Google Play version, which includes ads
- Streaming over mobile networks can consume a large amount of data, and some carriers or public Wi-Fi networks may block direct connections
ScreenStream at a glance
- Category
- Mobile Apps › Android Apps
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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ScreenStream FAQ
Which versions include Global mode?
Global mode (WebRTC) is available only in the Google Play version. F-Droid versions support Local mode (MJPEG) and RTSP mode.
Does Local mode require an internet connection?
No. Local mode works on a local network without internet, such as Wi-Fi, a device hotspot, or USB tethering.
What Android version is required?
ScreenStream requires Android 7.0 or higher.
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