# Video Fingerprinting SDK

# What is Video Fingerprinting?

Our state-of-the-art video fingerprinting technology creates unique digital signatures of video content by analyzing multiple dimensions of visual data. The system employs sophisticated algorithms that focus on:

  • Scene analysis - Detecting transitions, cuts, and composition
  • Object recognition - Identifying and tracking key visual elements
  • Motion detection - Analyzing movement patterns and trajectories
  • Color distribution - Mapping visual palettes and tonal variations
  • Temporal patterns - Examining how visual elements change over time

These elements combine to form a distinctive fingerprint that uniquely identifies each video in your database.

# Key Capabilities and Benefits

The SDK can accurately match videos despite significant transformations, including:

  • Changes in resolution (from SD to 4K and beyond)
  • Variations in encoding bitrate and quality
  • Different compression techniques
  • Conversion between file formats (MP4, AVI, MOV, etc.)
  • Partial content matching (identifying segments)
  • Videos embedded within other content
  • Presence of overlays, watermarks, or subtitles

This robustness makes the technology ideal for content verification, copyright protection, and media monitoring applications.

# Platform Support and Integration

The SDK offers cross-platform compatibility with:

  • Windows - Full support for Windows 10/11 and server environments
  • Linux - Compatible with major distributions
  • macOS - Full support for recent versions

Developers can integrate using multiple programming languages:

  • C# and .NET - Managed code with rich features
  • C++ - Native performance and control
  • VB.NET - Full .NET compatibility
  • Delphi - Via COM interop
  • Other languages via bindings

Read more about the SDK on the product page.

# Sample Applications

We provide two powerful sample applications built with our SDK:

# Media Monitoring Tool

A Windows application designed to detect advertisements and specific content segments in recorded or live video streams. Ideal for:

  • TV and DVB channel monitoring
  • Advertisement tracking
  • Broadcast compliance verification
  • Content analysis for media companies

# Duplicates Video Finder

A specialized Windows tool for identifying duplicate video content across large collections. The application can detect matches even when videos have:

  • Different resolutions and aspect ratios
  • Varying bitrates and quality levels
  • Different file formats and codecs
  • Added watermarks or subtitles
  • Minor edits or trimming

# Choose Your SDK

# .NET SDK Documentation

The .NET SDK provides a managed code solution with rich features and rapid development:

# C++ SDK Documentation

The C++ SDK offers native performance and fine-grained control:

# Core Concepts (Both SDKs)

# SDK Comparison

# Quick Comparison Table

Feature .NET SDK C++ SDK
Performance Excellent managed performance Maximum native performance
Development Speed Fast development, simple API More complex, full control
Memory Management Automatic (GC) Manual (RAII)
GUI Support WPF, WinForms, MAUI Qt, MFC, wxWidgets
Database Integration Built-in MongoDB Custom implementation
Sample Applications Extensive GUI & CLI Command-line focused
Learning Curve Easier for .NET developers Steeper, more control
Deployment .NET runtime required Self-contained binaries

# Choosing the Right SDK

Choose .NET SDK if you:

  • Need rapid application development
  • Want built-in database integration
  • Prefer automatic memory management
  • Are building GUI applications
  • Have existing .NET infrastructure

Choose C++ SDK if you:

  • Require maximum performance
  • Need fine-grained memory control
  • Are integrating with native code
  • Deploy to embedded systems
  • Want minimal dependencies

# Tutorials and Guides

# Step-by-Step Tutorials

# Integration Guides

# Use Cases and Applications

# Sample Applications

# .NET Windows Applications

# Command-Line Tools

# Code Examples

# Help and Support

# Essential Resources

  • FAQ - Frequently asked questions with detailed answers

# Reference Documentation

# Additional Resources