Infrastructure choices shape how secure, compliant, and future proof a video platform can be. At AudiencePlayer, cloud infrastructure is not an afterthought. A core part of the platform is built on Dutch and European cloud infrastructure, with customer video content hosted in the Netherlands to support security, transparency, and data sovereignty.
Why infrastructure matters for video hosting
Video platforms handle large volumes of content that are often business critical. This includes training libraries, internal communication, customer education, and public facing media. Because video files are stored long term and accessed repeatedly, decisions about where and how they are hosted have lasting consequences.
AudiencePlayer’s infrastructure choices are designed to give organizations clarity and control over where their content lives and which legal frameworks apply.
European-first design principles
From the start, AudiencePlayer has taken a European-first approach to infrastructure. This means prioritizing Dutch and European cloud solutions for hosting customer content rather than defaulting to global providers.
For content hosting, AudiencePlayer deliberately does not rely on US-based infrastructure such as AWS or CloudFront. Instead, customer video content is stored and served from infrastructure located in the Netherlands.
What is hosted on Dutch and European infrastructure
The most critical part of any video platform is the content itself. At AudiencePlayer, all customer video content is hosted on Dutch and European cloud infrastructure.
- Uploaded video files and media assets.
- Content used for training, communication, and distribution.
- Assets delivered through branded portals and libraries.
By hosting this content in the Netherlands, AudiencePlayer helps organizations align with European data residency and sovereignty expectations.
Why avoiding US-based infrastructure matters
Even when data is stored in European regions, using US-based providers can introduce foreign jurisdiction into data governance. This can create legal uncertainty and additional compliance work for European organizations.
By avoiding US-based infrastructure for content hosting, AudiencePlayer reduces jurisdictional complexity and makes it easier for customers to explain their setup to legal, procurement, and compliance teams.
Security and reliability considerations
Security is not only about technology, but also about governance and control. Hosting content on European infrastructure allows AudiencePlayer to apply security practices within a familiar regulatory environment.
This setup supports:
- Clear accountability for data handling.
- Predictable legal frameworks.
- Stable hosting environments aligned with EU standards.
- Reduced exposure to conflicting legal obligations.
Transparency as a core principle
AudiencePlayer places strong emphasis on transparency. Customers should be able to understand where their content is hosted and why those choices were made.
This clarity supports smoother procurement processes, faster compliance reviews, and stronger trust between platform and customer.
Planning for greater European independence
Hosting customer content on Dutch and European infrastructure is one step in a longer term vision. AudiencePlayer is actively exploring how additional parts of the platform, such as user data, can be migrated to Dutch and European cloud solutions as well.
This phased approach allows the platform to evolve responsibly while maintaining stability for customers.
Who benefits most from this approach
European-first infrastructure is particularly valuable for organizations with elevated governance requirements.
- Public sector and government organizations.
- Educational institutions.
- Media companies working with regulated partners.
- Enterprises with strict procurement or compliance rules.
Tools that help
AudiencePlayer combines structured video hosting with clear infrastructure choices. By hosting customer content on Dutch and European cloud infrastructure, the platform helps organizations reduce jurisdictional risk, support data sovereignty goals, and build secure video experiences with confidence.
FAQ
Where is customer video content hosted?
All customer video content is hosted on Dutch and European cloud infrastructure, with content stored in the Netherlands.
Does AudiencePlayer use US-based cloud providers for content hosting?
No. For content hosting, AudiencePlayer deliberately avoids US-based infrastructure such as AWS or CloudFront.
Why is hosting content in the Netherlands important?
Hosting in the Netherlands keeps content under European jurisdiction, which simplifies governance and supports data sovereignty requirements.
Is user data also hosted on European infrastructure?
AudiencePlayer is exploring how additional parts of the platform, including user data, can be migrated to Dutch and European cloud solutions over time.
Can this infrastructure support enterprise and public sector use cases?
Yes. European hosting and transparent infrastructure choices make the platform suitable for organizations with strict compliance and procurement requirements.