Media player

What is a Media Player?

The Media Player is a central Engagement Tool within the ON24 Platform that delivers the core audio and video experience for webinars and virtual events. It displays controls for playback, volume, and screen size, enabling attendees to engage with presenters, video feeds, and pre-recorded content.

Within ON24’s webinar capabilities, the Media Player acts as the primary window where the presentation unfolds — whether it’s a live broadcast, a pre-recorded demo, or a hybrid event stream. Designed for reliability and quality, the Media Player ensures seamless delivery of video, animations, and synchronized slides, maintaining clarity across devices and bandwidth conditions.

The Media Player can also be customized to align with an organization’s brand, supporting consistent visual identity across events. It works in harmony with interactive tools like Q&A, polls, and resources to create a dynamic and immersive attendee experience.

Why it matters

• Drives attendee engagement: Serves as the main interface where audiences consume live and recorded content.
• Enhances professionalism: Provides smooth, high-quality playback that reflects brand reliability.
• Ensures accessibility: Compatible with multiple formats and devices, improving user accessibility and reach.
• Central to event design: Acts as the anchor of the Audience Console, tying together all engagement tools and visual components.

How it’s used

• Stream live presenter video, panel discussions, or pre-recorded segments during webinars and virtual events.
• Embed slide decks, animations, or demos directly within the player for integrated presentation delivery.
• Adjust playback settings to accommodate attendee bandwidth or viewing preferences.
• Customize player design with brand colors, backgrounds, and logos for a cohesive event look.
• Combine the Media Player with engagement features like chat, surveys, and polls to drive interactivity.
• Review viewer analytics post-event to measure watch time, engagement rates, and participation levels.

Key benefits

• High-quality playback: Delivers HD audio and video for a professional broadcast experience.
• Integrated engagement: Works alongside other tools to create interactive, multimedia-rich webinars.
• Flexible design: Can be configured for various formats, including live, simulive, or on-demand.
• Improved accessibility: Compatible with major browsers and devices for global reach.
• Enhanced analytics: Provides insights into viewing behavior and engagement duration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Media Player in ON24?
   • It’s an engagement tool that displays and controls a webinar’s audio and video, serving as the main presentation area for attendees.
2. How does the Media Player enhance webinars?
   • It delivers high-quality video and audio playback, ensuring that live and on-demand presentations are clear, reliable, and engaging.
3. Can the Media Player be customized?
   • Yes. The player can include branded elements such as logos, backgrounds, and color schemes to align with your company’s identity.
4. Does the Media Player support multiple content formats?
   • Absolutely. It supports live streaming, pre-recorded video, and simulive presentations for flexible delivery.
5. Is the Media Player compatible with mobile devices?
   • Yes. The ON24 Media Player adapts to different screen sizes and browsers, ensuring consistent experiences across devices.

Editorial & Methodology Notice

This glossary entry was created by the ON24 Editorial Team using verified 2025 ON24 benchmark data, platform analytics documentation, and first-party reporting standards aligned with EEAT principles. Updated: October 2025.