DVR & Simultaneous Streams Basics
Two of the most commonly misunderstood features on live TV streaming plans are cloud DVR and simultaneous stream limits. Here's a general walkthrough.
Cloud DVR records to the provider's servers
Rather than recording to a physical box in your home, cloud DVR generally stores recordings remotely, which you can then stream back on any supported device.
Storage is usually measured in hours, not gigabytes
Plans typically advertise DVR storage as a number of recording hours rather than a raw storage size, and higher tiers or add-ons often increase that limit.
Simultaneous streams limit how many screens at once
A plan's stream limit generally caps how many different screens can watch (different channels or the same one) at the same time under one account, not how many total devices you can install the app on.
Screens at home vs. away from home
Some services distinguish between streaming on your home network versus streaming while away, sometimes applying different limits or rules to each.
Common questions
Does cloud DVR storage expire?
Many live TV streaming services generally retain cloud DVR recordings for a set number of days or months rather than indefinitely, and unwatched recordings can expire. Check current retention policy details on the official site.
Can everyone in my household watch different channels at the same time?
Generally yes, up to a plan's simultaneous stream limit — beyond that limit, additional screens usually require an add-on or a higher plan tier.