How to Multi-Stream with OBS Studio

Streaming on multiple platforms simultaneously using OBS Studio, also known as multi-streaming or simulcasting, can expand your reach and engage with a broader audience. Follow this tutorial to learn how to set up OBS Studio to stream on multiple platforms simultaneously:

Note: Multi-streaming may require a powerful computer and a stable internet connection. Ensure your hardware can handle the load before proceeding.

Step 1: Prepare Your Streaming Platforms

1. Create accounts or channels on the platforms you want to stream to (e.g., Twitch, YouTube, Facebook Gaming) and obtain your stream keys.

Step 2: Install OBS Studio

1. Download and install OBS Studio from the official website: https://obsproject.com/.

Step 3: Install and Configure OBS Studio Plugins

For this example, we'll use the "Restream" plugin.

1. Open OBS Studio.
2. Go to "File" > "Settings."
3. In the Settings window, navigate to the "Stream" tab.
4. Choose "Restream.io - RTMP" as the service.
5. For the "Server," select the Restream server (e.g., rtmp://live.restream.io/live).
6. Enter your Restream stream key (found in your Restream dashboard) in the "Stream Key" field.

Step 4: Configure OBS Studio for Video and Audio

1. In the OBS Settings window, go to the "Output" tab.
2. Adjust video and audio settings to match your preferences and the recommended settings for your platforms.

Step 5: Add Sources and Scenes

Set up your OBS Studio scenes and sources as needed for your stream.

Step 6: Start Multi-Streaming

1. Click "OK" in the OBS Studio Settings window to save your changes.
2. Return to the OBS Studio main window.
3. Click "Start Streaming" to begin broadcasting to Restream.io.
4. Log in to your Restream.io account and configure the channels you want to stream to, providing the respective stream keys for each platform.

Step 7: Monitor and Manage Your Multi-Stream

Use the Restream.io dashboard to monitor your multi-streaming performance and interact with your audience across different platforms through unified chat.

Step 8: End Your Multi-Stream

1. When you're finished streaming, click "Stop Streaming" in OBS Studio to end the stream on Restream.io, which will stop broadcasting to your selected platforms.

Congratulations! You've successfully set up OBS Studio for multi-streaming on multiple platforms simultaneously. Ensure your computer's performance and internet connection quality for a smooth viewing experience across all platforms.