Digital signage is the use of screens (LCD, LED, or displays) to show dynamic content — videos, images, live data, and web pages — in commercial or public spaces. Unlike a printed poster, digital signage can be updated instantly from anywhere, scheduled to change by time or audience, and triggered automatically by real-world events such as sensors or data feeds.

DigitalSignage.com is the consumer-facing brand; MediaSignage Inc. is the company behind it, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Westlake Village, CA. The platform includes SignStudio (the web-based content editor), SignPlayer (the cross-platform media player), and optional products like mediaTOUCH (interactive kiosk) and mediaSERVER (on-premise hosting).

mediaCLOUD is the cloud-hosted service — your content is stored on our servers, streamed to local players, and all software updates are included at no charge. mediaSERVER is an on-premise server you purchase and own, with no ongoing subscription fee (optional annual SLA for support and updates). Most users start with mediaCLOUD.

Yes. SignPlayer runs natively on Raspberry Pi. A Raspberry Pi 4 or 5 combined with the free SignPlayer makes a complete, professional digital signage player for under $50. It’s one of the most popular free digital signage setups in the world.

Yes. Chrome OS and Chrome OS Flex are both fully supported. Chrome OS Flex is a free operating system from Google that runs on old PCs and Macs — install it on hardware you already own and immediately turn it into a digital signage player with SignPlayer.

SignPlayer runs on: Windows, macOS, Android (phones, tablets, TV sticks, Android TV), Chrome OS / Chrome OS Flex, Raspberry Pi (Raspbian / Pi OS), iPad / iOS, and inside any modern web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox). No proprietary hardware is required.

Yes — restaurants and QSRs are one of our most popular use cases. DigitalSignage.com includes professional menu board templates, real-time price and item updates, promotional content scheduling, and the ability to push changes to all screens instantly from one web interface. Works great with a cheap Android stick or Raspberry Pi behind a TV.

Absolutely. K-12 schools, colleges, and universities use DigitalSignage.com for hallway announcements, cafeteria menus, event calendars, emergency alerts, sports scores, and classroom schedule boards. The free plan makes it ideal for schools and districts with tight budgets — there is nothing to buy.

Yes. Many churches, mosques, synagogues, and community organizations use DigitalSignage.com for lobby displays, service times, event announcements, giving screens, and scripture or inspirational content. The free tier is a perfect fit for non-profit organizations.

Yes. Thousands of retail stores, boutiques, barbershops, salons, gyms, and small businesses use DigitalSignage.com daily. Start free, run on any Android TV stick or Chromecast-compatible device, and update your in-store promotions and messaging from your phone or laptop in seconds.

Yes. The mediaTOUCH product is a full interactive kiosk solution built on the same platform. It supports wayfinding directories, product catalogs, self-service information screens, interactive menus, and lobby directories — all managed through the same SignStudio interface.

Yes — this is one of DigitalSignage.com’s standout features. Screens can automatically react to motion sensors, temperature sensors, occupancy counters, RFID tags, NFC, queue management systems, Bluetooth beacons, and custom API data. Live data widgets display weather, news RSS, stock prices, sports scores, and social media feeds in real time.

Yes. The mediaCLOUD free plan lets you manage up to 3 screens at no cost. There are no hidden fees, no credit card required, and no time limit. Optional Plus and Enterprise editions are available for businesses that need more storage, advanced features, or white-labeling. Most businesses run happily on the free plan indefinitely.

Yes. There are no obligations, no long-term contracts, and no cancellation fees. The free plan requires nothing to cancel. Paid plans are month-to-month.

The free plan includes 1 GB of cloud storage. The Plus edition includes 3 GB. Enterprise accounts include 25 GB per sub-account, with unlimited sub-accounts meaning effectively unlimited total storage across your organization.

Anyone. There is no minimum commitment, no setup fee, and no hidden costs. Enterprise users get white-label branding (your logo, your domain), unlimited sub-user accounts, advanced analytics, dedicated support, and the ability to resell digital signage to your own clients at any price you choose.

SignStudio (content editor) is fully browser-based — open Chrome on any device and you’re ready, nothing to install. SignPlayer (the display player) runs natively on Windows, macOS, Android, Chrome OS, and Raspberry Pi, or inside any modern browser. Minimum requirement: any device running Google Chrome.

Watchdog is a free background utility that monitors SignPlayer on desktop installations. If SignPlayer crashes or becomes unresponsive, Watchdog restarts it automatically — ensuring 24/7 uninterrupted playback without any manual intervention.

SignStudio is the web-based drag-and-drop content editor. Use it to build presentations, schedule content, manage screens, and monitor your network. It requires no design skills — choose from 180+ professional templates and customize with your own content. Available as a web app and a desktop PWA (Progressive Web App).

Yes. Built-in widgets include: live weather forecasts, news RSS feeds (fully customizable appearance), stock market tickers, sports scores, social media feeds, countdown timers, and custom XML/API data. All widgets are configurable directly in SignStudio.

The SignPlayer desktop PWA version includes a built-in caching engine that downloads and stores all content locally. Once cached, your screens continue playing even if the internet goes down — making it reliable for retail, hospitality, and mission-critical displays.

Video: MP4 (H.264, 24fps, ~4mbps) is recommended for best compatibility. Images: JPG and PNG up to 1920×1080px. HTML5 web pages, YouTube videos, and streaming video URLs are also supported as content types. You can use any standard web technology inside an HTML component.