Google Widevine recently announced that its Cloud License Service (CLS) will cease operations on April 13, 2027. While this date may seem distant, the implications for content providers and OTT platforms currently relying on this service are immediate and require careful planning.

What Does the Sunset Mean for You?

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If not, Widevine CLS' retirement means that you'll need to migrate to an alternative license service provider to ensure uninterrupted content protection and delivery. This transition period is an opportunity to evaluate your current DRM strategy and seek solutions that offer greater flexibility, higher availability, and specialized features that your current solution might lack.