Kick is a dynamically growing platform that caters to gaming and lifestyle content.
How to connect Kick
Open Kick and go to your Creator Dashboard.
On the left menu, click Settings and then Stream Key.
Click the Create Restream Account button.
Restream will open in a separate window where you can sign up or log in.
If you're already logged in, you'll go directly to the Stream Key popup.
Copy your Channel URL, the Stream URL, and the Stream Key provided by Kick into Restream's popup, then click Add Channel.
You're ready to stream to Kick - you just need to choose how you'll go live.
Requirements
Kick has no stream duration limit, but only the first 48 hours will be saved as a VOD.
Kick has the following recommended stream settings:
Video Guidelines
Resolution: max 1920x1080
Rate control: CBR
Bitrate: 1,000-8,000 Kbps
Keyframe Interval: 2 seconds
FPS: max 60
Encoding: X264 / H.264
Audio Guidelines
Channel layout: Stereo
Sample rate: max 48 Khz
FAQ
Where do I set up my stream title and category?
Where do I set up my stream title and category?
You will set up your stream info on Kick before starting your stream on Restream. You can also edit your stream info at any point during your live stream. It's not possible to update these details on Restream directly.
What is my channel URL?
What is my channel URL?
Your channel URL is a link to your Kick profile. For example: https://kick.com/restreamio
You can find it by going to your Kick homepage and opening the menu in the top right corner. Right click on Channel and click Copy Link Address.
Does Kick work with Restream Chat?
Does Kick work with Restream Chat?
Yes, you can view chat messages from Kick directly on Restream. The reply and relay functions are not yet supported.
Why isn't my Kick stream connecting?
Why isn't my Kick stream connecting?
Make sure your settings are within Kick's requirements. If your resolution, FPS or bitrate is too high, you'll fail to connect.
If your settings are fine, reset your stream key on Kick and then update it on Restream.
If you're still failing to connect, go live directly from OBS to Kick. If the same issue occurs even without Restream, please reach out to Kick's support team for help.
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