Docuseek

What Docuseek is

Docuseek streams independent, social-issue, and environmental films for K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and public libraries. Its catalog lists more than 2,500 titles, and institutions can curate a collection to suit their users. Streaming licenses cover either individual titles or the full collection, with periods ranging from one week to Life of File. Fees are set by or through Docuseek, and qualifying institutions can apply for a free 30-day trial. Registered users can view free previews, including advertised 10-minute previews. The web service works on desktop and mobile devices and includes high-quality variable-bitrate encoding, content delivery, searchable interactive transcripts, and detailed analytics. LTI support connects it with learning environments, while MARC records are available for cataloging titles. Institutional licenses allow any number of authorized users to stream simultaneously, including remote users connected to the unified campus. The license terms prohibit downloading or storing films on devices and restrict sharing to the authorized user group. Docuseek provides sales and marketing contact information and a phone number for general inquiries. Institutional purchase orders may be accepted at its discretion, and all sales are final.

Who it suits

Docuseek suits schools, higher education institutions, and public libraries seeking a streaming catalog of independent, social-issue, and environmental films. It may fit institutions that need simultaneous access for authorized users, including remote users connected to a unified campus.

Limits

The free trial lasts 30 days and is for qualifying institutions. Licenses prohibit downloading or storing content and restrict sharing to authorized users.

Getting started

1. Visit https://docuseek.com/.
2. Contact Docuseek about licensing for individual titles or the full collection.
3. Ask whether your institution qualifies for the free 30-day trial.
4. Register to access free previews.

Verdict

Institutions looking for a film streaming library with curated collections, broad simultaneous access, and cataloging and classroom support should consider Docuseek. Its terms prohibit downloads and limit sharing to authorized users, and pricing requires an inquiry.