[Tested] Easy Ways How To Stream Live On YouTube Beginner’s Guide

YouTube was once the world’s largest video library. It has come a long way since then, and live streaming is now an important part of the business model. However, live streaming is not as simple as you might think.

If you have a new channel and want to host a live stream, you’ve come to the right place. The following article will teach you how to live stream to YouTube from a variety of devices and platforms.

How to Live Stream on YouTube From a PlayStation 4

Do you want to go live on YouTube and stream some gameplay? The PS4 makes it very simple, but first you must link your accounts. Here’s where to begin:

1. Navigate to the Settings menu on your PS4.
2. Select “Account Management.”
3. Select the option “Link with Other Services.”
4. From the list, select YouTube.
5. Click on the “Sign In” button.
6. Sign in to your YouTube Google Account.
7. When prompted, select “Allow” to allow the PlayStation Network to validate your credentials.
8. To finish syncing your accounts, click the “OK” button.

After that, it’s time to set up your PS4 for live streaming.

1. Begin a game that you intend to stream.
2. On the controller, press the “Share” button.
3. Select “Broadcast Gameplay” from the drop-down menu.
4. Select YouTube as your preferred service.
5. Enter a broadcast description here.
6. Adjust your video settings.
7. Press the “Begin Broadcasting” button.

You are now ready to go live and share your talents with the rest of the world.

How to Live Stream on YouTube From an Xbox

Microsoft allows Xbox users to easily stream on popular platforms such as Twitch and Mixer. The same cannot be said about YouTube. There is no native YouTube broadcasting app on the console.

Fortunately, if you have access to a computer, there is a workaround.

1. Navigate to Microsoft Store.
2. Get the Xbox Console Companion app and install it.
3. Get the OBS Studio software and install it.
4. On your PC or laptop, launch the Xbox Console Companion app.
5. Log in with your Microsoft or Xbox account.
6. In the upper left corner, click the menu icon.
7. Click the “Connection” button.
8. Select the “Add a device” option.
9. Start your Xbox and look for it in the list.
   Connect your Xbox 360 to your computer.
10. On the top toolbar, click the “Stream” button.
11. Restart your Xbox if the screen does not appear on your computer.
12. In the Xbox Console Companion app, click the fullscreen icon.

This will send your Xbox screen to the companion app. You must now configure OBS Studio to stream Xbox gameplay from your computer.

1. Launch the OBS Studio application.
2. Navigate to the Scenes panel and create a new scene.
3. Give your scene a name and click “OK.”
4. In the Sources panel, click the plus (+) sign.
5. Select “Game Capture.”
6. Click on the “Create New Capture” button.
7. In the Mode tab, select “Capture Specific Window.”
8. Select Xbox Console Companion from the Window menu.
9. In OBS Studio, go to “Settings,” which is located under the Controls header.
10. Select the “Stream” option.
    11 Choose YouTube as the Service.
11. Press the “OK” button to begin streaming.

Please keep in mind that these steps may differ slightly depending on the OBS Studio version you’re using.

How to Live Stream on YouTube From an iPhone

The YouTube app is required to stream from your iPhone.

1. If you don’t already have it, download the YouTube app.
2. In the top right corner of the screen, tap the Camera icon.
3. Select the “Live” option.
4. Give the app permission to access your camera, microphone, and storage.
5. If necessary, verify your account by following the instructions.
6. At the top, tap the Camera icon to select which camera to use while streaming.
7. Enter the stream information.
8. Set your privacy preferences and then click “Next.”
9. Strike a pose for your thumbnail photo.
   If you’re not happy with the default thumbnail, create your own.
10. Tap the Share icon to share the URL of the stream.
    When you’re ready to stream, tap the “Go Live” button.

Don’t forget to play around with the filters and other customization options.

How to Stream Live on YouTube Using an Android Device

If you don’t already have the YouTube app, go to the Google Play Store and download it.

1. In the upper right corner, tap the Camera icon.
2. Select the “Live” option.
3. When prompted, grant the app access.
4. If prompted, verify your account.
5. Select which camera to use while streaming by tapping the Camera icon.
6. If you want to stream your phone’s screen, tap the Phone icon.
7. Enter the information for your stream.
8. Set your privacy preferences.
9. Select the “Next” option.
   Take a thumbnail photograph.
10. Use a custom thumbnail by uploading it if desired.
11. Tap the Share icon to share the URL of the stream.
    When finished, tap the “Go Live” button.

Allowing the app access to your camera, storage, and microphone should only be required once. Future streaming sessions will not request access again.

How to Live Stream on YouTube Making Use of OBS

OBS is a free leading broadcasting app that works in tandem with YouTube. However, before you can begin live streaming, you must first meet specific channel requirements, verify your account, and obtain your stream key. To get started, follow the steps below:

1. Start YouTube Studio.
2. In the upper right corner of the screen, click the Camera icon.
3. Click the “Go Live” button.
4. Select “Scheduled Stream.”
5. Select the “Create Stream” option.
6. Navigate to the Stream Settings panel and look for the auto-generated key.
   Copy the key.

It’s now time to connect your accounts.

1. Launch OBS Studio.
2. Navigate to the Settings menu.
3. Navigate to the Output and Video tabs.
4. Customize your stream as desired.
5. Select the Stream option from the left-hand menu.
6. Select “Service.”
7. Make YouTube your preferred streaming service.
8. In the Stream Key field, paste your stream key.
9. Navigate to the Audio menu to adjust the sound settings.
10. Make all necessary changes.
11. Navigate to the Sources panel and click the plus (+) button.
12. Choose the desired capture method, such as Game Capture, Display Capture, and so on.
13. If you also want to stream your webcam, create a new source.
14. In OBS Studio, select “Start Streaming.”
15. Navigate to your YouTube Dashboard and select “Go Live.”

The connection should be established within seconds, and your live stream should begin with a 20-second delay.

How to Live Stream on YouTube From Zoom

Do you want to live-stream a webinar or a meeting on YouTube? Zoom makes it easier than you think.

However, you must first enable YouTube streaming.

1. Navigate to Account Management.
2. Select “Account Settings.”
3. Scroll down to the “In Meeting” section.
4. Select “Allow live streaming for webinars.”
5. Choose YouTube as your service.

This will enable meeting and webinar streaming.

1. Create a meeting or webinar in your Zoom account.
2. Select the “More” option from the Controls menu.
3. Choose “Live on YouTube.”
4. Access your YouTube account.
5. Enter the stream information.
6. Configure your privacy settings.
7. Select “Go Live!” from the menu.

Please keep in mind that if your webinar or meeting ends, the stream will automatically stop.

How to Live Stream on YouTube From Google Meet

Google Meet lacks a built-in broadcasting feature that allows for live YouTube streaming. You can, however, still live stream your meeting.

You will require the following:

• YouTube account verification – YouTube Studio stream key – OBS Studio software
  It may take up to 24 hours for YouTube to verify your account and allow you to stream after you verify it with your phone number.

When you’re ready to stream, launch the OBS Studio app and follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the Settings menu.
2. Navigate to the Output and Video tabs.
3. Set up your stream.
4. Select the Stream option from the left-hand menu.
5. Select “Service.”
   Select YouTube as your preferred streaming service.
6. In the Stream Key field, paste your stream key.
7. Choose “Window Capture” from the Sources menu.
8. Choose the window in which your Google Meet meeting is running.
9. On your YouTube dashboard, click the “Go Live” button.

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