Restream works with most major streaming software, including OBS, Streamlabs, vMix, ATEM, SlingStudio, and more.
How to go live using streaming software
From your home screen, click New Stream and select Encoder | RTMP.
💡 If you have already created an RTMP stream, click on it in your list of streams to open the setup.
Toggle on the channels where you want to broadcast your stream.
Open the dropdown menu in the top left corner of your screen and click Update titles to set a stream title/description.
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.
Paste the details you copied into your streaming software.
Start streaming from your encoder.
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?
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?
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?
Can I monitor my stream on Restream?
Yes. Once you've gone live, you can go to the home screen and select your stream to oversee the 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?
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?
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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