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Set up your favorite encoder to stream with Restream.

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Written by Eli Sidiropoulou
Updated over a month ago

Restream works with most major streaming software, including OBS, Streamlabs, vMix, ATEM, SlingStudio, and more.


How to go live using streaming software

  1. From your home screen, click New Stream and select RTMP | Encoder.

    💡 If you have already created your stream or if you'd like to re-use a previous stream, just click RTMP Setup on the existing stream card.

  2. Toggle on the channels where you want to broadcast your stream.

  3. Click Update Titles on your left to set a stream title/description.

  4. Copy the RTMP URL and stream key from Restream.

    💡 If you don't want to go live yet, you can leave and return later or click the Schedule button to create an upcoming event. All the changes you made will be saved under your RTMP stream card.

  5. Paste the details you copied into your streaming software.

  6. Start streaming from your encoder.

  7. Your feed will reach your Restream account and connected channels.


Requirements

  • The stream key of each RTMP stream you create is static unless you click Reset.

  • If you create a new RTMP stream on your home screen, update the key in your encoder. If you re-use the same stream card, you don't need to update the key.

  • These steps concern instant streams. For scheduled streams, your title/description and channels will be ready to go.

  • We recommend following the guidelines of each platform you intend to stream to.

  • Check your upload speed here to choose your stream quality. You should have 10 Mbps at minimum, while 25 Mbps or higher is recommended for Full HD streams.


FAQ

Where in my encoder do I set up the RTMP details?

Every encoder's settings are different. However, you'd likely need to look for key words like "stream", "service", "destination", or something along those lines.

Can I use RTMPS or SRT instead of RTMP?

Yes, you can follow this guide to set up RTMPS, and this guide to set up SRT.

Can I monitor my stream on Restream?

Yes. Once you've gone live, you can click View Stream under your RTMP stream card to oversee your stream's performance, manage the channels you're streaming to, and keep an eye on viewer counts. You will also be able to use our unified Chat to read and respond to your audience's comments.

What's the difference between an instant and a scheduled stream?

Instant streams are lives you start on the spot, while scheduled streams are tied to events that you have created in advance. You can learn more about scheduled and unscheduled streams here.

Do you support m3u8 links?

Currently, we do not support m3u8 links. We only support the RTMP and SRT protocols for streaming. However, we offer a website player that lets you embed your broadcast directly on your site.

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