Streaming to Vimeo with Restream is possible using our custom destination feature.
How to add Vimeo to Restream
First, follow Vimeo's instructions to set up your stream.
Under your event's settings, select Encoder as your broadcast method.
Fill in the rest of your event's details and click Create.
Once the event has been created, copy the RTMP URL and stream key from Vimeo.
From your Restream home screen, click the Destinations button.
Click Add Channels.
At the bottom, select Custom RTMP.
Fill in the RTMP URL and stream key you copied, then click Add Channel.
Vimeo is now set up - you just need to choose how you'll go live.
Requirements
You need a paid Restream plan to stream on Custom RTMP channels, like Vimeo.
API-dependent features like Restream Chat and Analytics will not work for Custom RTMP channels.
Recommended stream settings:
Video bitrate: 5000kbps
Audio bitrate: 256kbps
Resolution: 1920x1080
Frame rate: 30 frames per second
Keyframe interval: 2 seconds
You can review more of Vimeo's recommendations on this page.
FAQ
What does "Use authentication" mean?
What does "Use authentication" mean?
Some platforms require that you enter a username and password in order to connect, but this is not necessary for Vimeo and can be skipped upon setup.
Can I use RTMPS instead of RTMP?
Can I use RTMPS instead of RTMP?
Yes, the steps are the same. You would simply input your RTMPS URL instead of an RTMP URL.
What does "Title setup isn't supported for the platform" mean?
What does "Title setup isn't supported for the platform" mean?
This message will appear under your Vimeo channel when you start a new stream or set up a Restream Event.
It's not an error but a warning to notify you that you cannot set your stream's title via Restream for the specific platform. In this case, that's because the title that will be used is already set on Vimeo under the event you created.
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