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    Overview

    Probe.dev API documentation - FFprobe, MediaInfo, and MediaStreamValidator as a service for video analysis, streaming validation, and media metadata extraction. Migrate from local tools to scalable cloud infrastructure.

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    Getting Started with the Probe API

    Swap a single line in your pipeline to access ultra‑fast, consistent media analysis powered by industry-standard tools (FFprobe, MediaInfo, Probe Report) plus specialized validation (HLS compliance, content authenticity) — no installs or updates required.

    Get Your API Key

    Sign up for free and get instant access to the API

    Quick Start Guide

    Get up and running with Probe.dev in minutes

    API Reference

    Explore our comprehensive API documentation

    Try the Playground

    Test API calls in our interactive playground

    MCP Integration

    Connect AI assistants to Probe.dev with MCP

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    Analysis Tools

    Choose the right tool for your media analysis needs.

    FFprobe

    Deep technical analysis and FFmpeg integration

    MediaInfo

    Format validation and metadata overview

    Probe Report

    ML-enhanced analysis with trained heuristics

    C2PA Report

    Content authenticity and provenance verification

    MediaStreamValidator

    Apple HLS compliance validation for App Store submissions

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    Developer Resources

    Authentication Guide

    API tokens and security best practices

    Migration Guide

    Migrate from local FFprobe and MediaInfo

    Media Sources

    S3, presigned URLs, and cloud storage

    Sample Library

    Test files with diverse codecs and formats
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