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Why use streaming software with Restream

Explore the benefits of pairing a streaming encoder with Restream's powerful features.

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Pairing Restream with your favorite encoder is the ideal solution to combining your preferred setup with the power of streaming to multiple destinations at once.

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Pros of using encoders with Restream

  1. Multistreaming

    Although streaming encoders are extremely powerful tools, they usually allow you to go live on just one platform at a time. With Restream, you can easily broadcast your content to 30+ supported channels and use multiple ones at the same time.

    Multistreaming with Restream also doesn't require additional internet bandwidth on your side. Our servers do all the work to deliver your stream to all your platforms.

  2. Chat

    Broadcasting to multiple channels and checking your audience's comments while also managing a stream can be tricky. Thankfully, our unified cross-platform Chat solution makes it easier.

    You can download a desktop Chat app or embed the chat within your streaming software. All incoming comments will be gathered in one place, making it easy for you to track and stay connected with your audience.

  3. Analytics

    An added benefit to using Restream is that you get great insights and analytics about your stream. Even if your encoder does not gather data from your connected platforms, Restream can pull this information from our integrations.

    Analytics from your favorite channels include viewership data, chat, follower metrics, and more. These insights can be extremely useful in pinpointing trends in your streams and identifying how you can grow.

💡 You can easily connect your encoder to Restream with your RTMP credentials

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