Frostcast is a simple, friendly way to stream audio to Icecast on Windows. It focuses on what broadcasters actually need: clear controls, reliable streaming, and an experience that works for everyone, including users who rely on screen readers.
Why Frostcast?
There are several ways to stream to Icecast on Windows, but many options come with serious tradeoffs.
- FFmpeg directly is powerful, but it is command-line heavy and not user-friendly for most broadcasters.
- Some popular GUI tools are difficult to use with assistive technology. I reached out to the developer of Broadcast Using This Tool (BUTT) about accessibility and was told it was not a priority.
- Edcast is ancient, requires legacy dependencies, and has been out of support for years. Many blind broadcasters have still relied on it because it has been the only truly decent free option.
- Paid options exist, but it does not make sense to pay for a client just to broadcast to a free server.
Frostcast was built as an alternative: modern, approachable, and accessible.
What it does
- Stream to Icecast with multiple encoders from a single input.
- Choose your microphone and manage encoders without digging through settings.
- Accessible by design, with keyboard shortcuts and screen reader friendly UI.
- Built for Windows, so setup is straightforward and reliable.
Who it is for
If you want to broadcast live audio without spending ages in configuration files, Frostcast is for you. It is also a strong choice for broadcasters who need accessibility support and do not want to compromise on usability.
Ready to try it?
Frostcast makes broadcasting to Icecast feel simple again. If you want a clean, accessible, Windows-first tool that respects your time, give it a shot.