Guides

Instagram is a great resource for community building – but how do you stream on Instagram with Android, iOS or PC Computer? It’s super easy, we can walk you through it! Ways to Stream on Instagram: How to Stream on Instagram with Android Swipe right from your main home feed, select ‘Live’ along the bottom…

TikTok’s minimum requirements for general livestreaming are: What You’ll Need to Stream on TikTok To get started live streaming, you’ll need a stream key and server URL. This can be found by going into the TikTok app on your mobile device, tapping on the “+” at the bottom of the screen and selecting “Live” next…

Usually known as the leader in recorded video content, YouTube has started to make heavy waves in the live-streaming world. YouTube Shorts, the implementation of Handles, in-site editor updates, gifting for creators, and much more has made it’s way into the YouTube roster in the last several years. So, we’re going to show you how…

What exactly are closed captions? Are there open captions? Should you add them to your live stream, and how exactly you go about doing that? In our comprehensive guide to closed captioning for your Twitch stream, we will answer all these questions and more! What are captions? Not all captions are created equal! While there…

Many people have flocked to a chatting service app known as Discord. It first became popular among gamers to connect with their communities and friends. Over time, Discord has evolved to an app used by creatives like artists or writers and also corporations! Even though the app has been out for awhile, there are people…

Despite Twitch Studio currently being in beta, it’s still a robust broadcasting software that allows anyone to start streaming on Twitch with little to no experience. The application comes with built-in integrated Twitch alerts, a broadcaster dashboard, and a clean user interface. After installing, users are taken through a guided setup. This avoids the “information…

This is the first in a series of articles that covers all the free resources a creator like you will need to make that sweet content. In this article, we start with the basics – broadcast software, stream alerts, bots, and music. Each resource has a brief description with their relevant link. Time to dive…

Let’s ask an existential question: Do you know who you are? Sure, you have a name – most of us do – and maybe you’ve even decided on a fun username to go by. You may even already have a cool logo or signature photo you use to identify yourself. But have you ever really…

It used to be that only Twitch Partners made money directly from Twitch when streaming. But with the Twitch Affiliate program, streamers can monetize their streaming career sooner. Want to learn more about what it takes to be a Twitch affiliate? Read on! What is a Twitch Affiliate? The Twitch Affiliate Program helps streamers make…

Are you looking for a way to allow your community to have stronger engagement options? Twitch released a wonderful feature called Channel Points that could help your viewers feel involved in the stream and increase engagement across the board! What exactly are Channel Points you may ask? It is a simple addition to…

Introduction StreamElements is a featured-packed tool for streamers; it provides cloud-based overlays, a chat bot, stream stats, as well as merch and tipping solutions. It’s a one-stop-shop that can handle most streamers’ needs. With so many things to manage, StreamElements is a wise choice and keeps all your tools in one place. This guide covers…

If you are reading this article you’re probably wondering, “How important is lighting to my stream?” We often find ourselves prioritizing other aspects of streaming like software, overlays, alerts, audio devices, and camera equipment. However, lighting is also a particularly important element that you should take into consideration. In this article, we will be covering…