Kick is a dynamically growing platform that caters to gaming and lifestyle content.
How to connect Kick
From your home screen, click the Channels button.
Click Add Channels.
Choose Kick.
Log in and authorize Restream.
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 save 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
How do I select a category for my Kick stream?
How do I select a category for my Kick stream?
You can select a category for any stream setup or scheduled event. Here's how:
Access any stream setup: Studio, RTMP, or a scheduled event.
Locate Kick under the list of channels and click Edit next to it.
Under the Category menu, choose your game or topic.
Click Save.
Does Kick work with Restream Chat?
Does Kick work with Restream Chat?
Yes, you can read and reply to messages from Kick and monitor new subs directly on Restream. You can also relay messages to other supported platforms.
❗ If you previously connected Kick to Restream with a stream key, you won’t have access to all chat features. To unlock full functionality, reconnect your Kick channel.
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, try resetting your stream key and reconnecting your Kick channel to Restream.
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