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YouTube Live Streaming

Simulcast to YouTube and other platforms, all while recording your stream locally in HD resolution.

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How to live stream on YouTube with Riverside

Step 1

Invite to studio

Invite guests to join your Riverside studio via desktop or phone.

Step 2

Connect Stream

Copy your YouTube Live URL and stream key to your Riverside studio settings.

Step 3

Live Stream

Start YouTube live streaming with easy screen share and live editing tools.

Step 4

Download

Download local recordings for high-quality content repurposing.

Why choose Riverside

Why Riverside is the best YouTube live streaming software

Encoding with a few simple clicks

No more installations or complicated YouTube streaming software. Simply enter your YouTube Live URL and stream key then you’re good to go!

YouTube Live together, anywhere

Invite a guest to your YouTube live stream from anywhere! Remote guests can join on desktop or via our live streaming mobile app for iOS and Android.

Multistream and promote easily

Stream to various social media channels at once including Twitch, Twitter and more. Promote your YouTube Live with Magic Clips – create short video clips in one click and post them as Shorts.

Local recordings for high-quality content repurposing

YouTube streaming is vulnerable to Internet connection. Don’t let that affect you from repurposing your content in HD. Download local recordings in up to 4K video, unaffected by your Internet connection.

Easy tools for anyone to stream like a pro

It doesn’t matter if you’re a gamer, vlogger, or a complete beginner. Our screen sharing, soundboard, and editing features turn you into a YouTube live streaming professional.

Live call-ins to boost audience engagement

Boost audience engagement and make them a real part of your YouTube live streams. Skip the chatbox and invite audience members to call in live to ask their questions.

Experience what streaming on YouTube Live feels like with Riverside.

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How to choose YouTube streaming software

Make sure the software you choose meets the following criteria:

Easy YouTube integration

Choose software that connects seamlessly to YouTube with a simple stream link setup.

Multistreaming capability

Opt for software that lets you broadcast to multiple platforms simultaneously.

High-resolution recording

Ensure your streams are recorded in HD quality for better repurposing and playback.

Local recording

Recording directly on your device prevents internet issues from affecting video quality.

‍Audience engagement tools

Look for features like live chat, reactions, and interactive overlays to boost viewer interaction.

Customization and effects

Choose software with live effects and layout customization for a more professional stream.

“It took us little-to-no time to integrate our workflows. It’s the central hub for recording and managing our video and audio files. 
Rob Goodman Executive Producer | Wix

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Is YouTube live streaming free?

Yes, it’s for free on YouTube, and there is also various free YouTube streaming software. However, depending on what you want to stream, this might not be your best streaming software for YouTube. If you’re looking for simple encoding, remote streaming with guests, a live soundboard, and high-quality editing and recording, it’s worth checking out Riverside.

Do you need 1000 subscribers on YouTube to live stream?

No, but if you’re recording on your phone, having less than 1000 followers could limit your audience views. If you’re stuck in this situation, you could always live stream on Riverside with up to 1000 audience members, live call-ins all the tools you need for a professional YouTube video.

How do you watch a YouTube Live Stream when using encoder software?

There’s not much to figure out in how to watch YouTube live while streaming through encoder software. You watch a live stream just as you watch any other YouTube video. This can be via a direct link or by exploring the YouTube Live page.

Record. Stream. Edit. All in one place.

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