Learn - Gumlet
Thoughts, stories and ideas about video transcoding and streaming.
How to Choose a Video Hosting Platform Without Regretting It Later?
26 min read
Choosing a video hosting platform is an infrastructure decision, not a SaaS signup. This guide breaks down the criteria that matter: security, performance, pricing, and migration, so you can pick a platform you will not regret later.
Why Most Video Hosting Platforms Feel Slow? (and Which Ones Don’t)
21 min read
Your video isn't slow. Your platform is. Here's why most video hosting platforms underdeliver on speed, and which ones are actually built for fast, reliable delivery at scale.
9 Imgix Alternatives That Let You Keep Your Origin on S3 and Still Deliver Fast Images
32 min read
Stuck with Imgix because all your images live in S3? You do not have to be. This guide breaks down 9 Imgix alternatives that sit in front of S3, speed up delivery, and keep your storage exactly where it is.
Self Hosted vs Cloud Image Optimization: Imgix Alternatives Compared (2026 Guide)
41 min read
Still running images from a homegrown stack or locked into Imgix without a clear ROI? This guide breaks down self hosted vs cloud image optimization, compares the main Imgix alternatives, and shows how to migrate safely using your existing storage and a modern image CDN like Gumlet.
How to Secure Demo Videos for SaaS Founders: Reduce Leaks and Regain Control
23 min read
SaaS demos on Loom or unlisted YouTube are easy to leak, copy, and forward. This guide shows founders how to build secure demo workflows using DRM, signed URLs, watermarking, and analytics so product videos can be shared without losing control.
Imgix Pricing Explained: Hidden Costs and Smarter Alternatives
27 min read
Paying too much for Imgix Credits that expire, overages, and double storage costs add up fast. This deep dive breaks down Imgix pricing in plain English and shows how to model your bill against simpler image CDN options like Gumlet before you renew.
Why Support Quality is the First Thing to Suffer After Mass Layoffs at Vimeo
27 min read
Vimeo had multiple layoffs and a major acquisition, but the impact shows up in support, not features. If your product, courses, or OTT business depends on Vimeo, this shows how to assess the real risk and when it is time to plan an exit to a support-first platform like Gumlet.
5 Best Imgix Alternatives for High-Traffic Websites
25 min read
Imgix works—until scale, costs, or Core Web Vitals make you look elsewhere. Compare the 5 best Imgix alternatives, including Gumlet, Cloudinary, and Bunny, to find the right image CDN for high-traffic sites.
19 Best Image Hosting and Optimization Platforms for Scaling Teams
35 min read
Images can quietly slow your site and eat into your CDN budget. This 2026 guide compares 19 image hosting and optimization platforms and helps you pick the right image CDN for your business.