Create a Room
Start a new watch party and invite friends with the room code.
Join a Room
Enter a room code to join an existing watch party.
SnuggleStream
Watch videos together, perfectly in sync.
How It Works
Get a watch party going in under a minute — no downloads, no plugins.
1
Sign In
Use your Google account to sign in instantly. We only store your name and profile picture — no passwords, no tracking.
2
Create a Room
Pick a name for your watch party, choose a video source (URL, file upload, or screen share), and hit create. You'll get a unique 6-character room code.
3
Share the Code
Send the room code to your friends. They enter it on the home page and join instantly — no accounts or signups needed beyond Google sign-in.
4
Watch Together
Everyone sees the same video at the same time. Play, pause, and seek are synced across all viewers. Chat in real time while you watch.
Features
Everything you need for the perfect watch party — nothing you don't.
Real-Time Sync
Play, pause, and seek are synchronized across every viewer in the room via WebSocket. No lag, no drift — everyone's on the same frame.
Upload & Stream
Upload your own video files (up to 15 GB). SnuggleStream automatically transcodes them into adaptive HLS streams at 360p, 480p, and 720p for smooth playback on any connection.
Live Chat & GIFs
React, comment, and share GIFs (powered by GIPHY) with everyone in the room while you watch. The chat sits right beside the video for easy multitasking.
Screen Sharing
Share your entire screen or a specific application window directly to the room. Great for presentations, live demos, or watching content from any app.
Private Rooms
Toggle any room to private so it won't appear in the public room list. Only people with the 6-character code can join — perfect for movie nights with close friends.
Host Voting
If the host disconnects, the remaining viewers vote for a new host automatically. No one gets stranded — the party keeps going.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SnuggleStream free?
Yes, completely free. There are no subscriptions, no premium tiers, and no hidden fees. SnuggleStream is a passion project built for people who want to watch things together.
Do I need to install anything?
No. SnuggleStream runs entirely in your browser. Just sign in with Google, create or join a room, and start watching. It works on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and most modern mobile browsers.
What video formats are supported?
You can use direct links to MP4, WebM, MKV, and M3U8 (HLS) files. YouTube links are also supported. If you upload a file, SnuggleStream transcodes it into HLS for adaptive streaming.
How many people can join a room?
There's no strict limit. Rooms are designed for small groups — think movie nights, not stadium events. Performance may vary with very large groups depending on server capacity.
Is my data stored?
We store only your Google display name and profile picture for showing your identity in rooms. Room data (video state, chat) is held in memory and deleted when the room empties. We don't sell or share your data. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
What happens if the host leaves?
Video pauses and a vote is triggered. Each viewer picks a new host, and the person with the most votes takes over playback control. The watch party continues without interruption.
Can I share my screen instead of a video file?
Yes. Choose "Screen Share" when creating a room or use the screen share tab inside an existing room. You can share your full screen, a specific window, or a browser tab.