{"id":6454,"date":"2021-08-03T05:02:53","date_gmt":"2021-08-03T05:02:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/?p=6454"},"modified":"2026-02-13T13:02:29","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T07:32:29","slug":"how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Live Streaming on YouTube in 2026: Tips &#038; Methods"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#YouTube_Live_Streaming_Key_Takeaways\" title=\"YouTube Live Streaming: Key Takeaways\">YouTube Live Streaming: Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#YouTube_Live_Streaming_Requirements\" title=\"YouTube Live Streaming Requirements\">YouTube Live Streaming Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#How_To_Go_Live_Stream_on_YouTube_Quick_Steps\" title=\"How To Go Live Stream on YouTube? (Quick Steps)\">How To Go Live Stream on YouTube? (Quick Steps)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#On_YouTube_Mobile_APP\" title=\"On YouTube Mobile APP\">On YouTube Mobile APP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#On_Desktop\" title=\"On Desktop\">On Desktop<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Steps_to_Go_Live_on_YouTube_Using_a_Webcam\" title=\"Steps to Go Live on YouTube Using a Webcam\">Steps to Go Live on YouTube Using a Webcam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Go_Live_on_YouTube_Using_an_Encoder\" title=\"Go Live on YouTube Using an Encoder\">Go Live on YouTube Using an Encoder<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#What_are_the_Benefits_of_Live_Streaming_on_YouTube\" title=\"What are the Benefits of Live Streaming on YouTube?\">What are the Benefits of Live Streaming on YouTube?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Increases_Engagement_with_your_Audience\" title=\"Increases Engagement with your Audience\">Increases Engagement with your Audience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Highly_Cost-effective\" title=\"Highly Cost-effective\">Highly Cost-effective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Makes_your_channel_Stand_Out\" title=\"Makes your channel Stand Out\">Makes your channel Stand Out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Encourages_Selling_Products_or_Niche_Services\" title=\"Encourages Selling Products or Niche Services\">Encourages Selling Products or Niche Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Mobile_or_smartphone_device\" title=\"Mobile or smartphone device\">Mobile or smartphone device<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Webcam\" title=\"Webcam\">Webcam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Encoder\" title=\"Encoder\">Encoder<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Helpful_Tips_for_Streaming_Live_on_YouTube\" title=\"Helpful Tips for Streaming Live on YouTube\">Helpful Tips for Streaming Live on YouTube<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Q1_How_do_I_fix_YouTube_is_not_enabled_for_live_streaming\" title=\"Q1. How do I fix YouTube is not enabled for live streaming?\">Q1. How do I fix YouTube is not enabled for live streaming?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Q2_How_do_I_enable_monetization_on_YouTube_live_stream\" title=\"Q2. How do I enable monetization on YouTube live stream?\">Q2. How do I enable monetization on YouTube live stream?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Q3_What_is_the_eligibility_for_YouTube_live_streaming\" title=\"Q3. What is the eligibility for YouTube live streaming?\">Q3. What is the eligibility for YouTube live streaming?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Q4_Does_YouTube_pay_per_stream\" title=\"Q4. Does YouTube pay per stream?\">Q4. Does YouTube pay per stream?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Q5_What_are_the_best_streaming_settings_for_YouTube_Live\" title=\"Q5. What are the best streaming settings for YouTube Live?\">Q5. What are the best streaming settings for YouTube Live?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Q6_How_do_I_live_stream_on_YouTube_without_1000_subscribers\" title=\"Q6. How do I live stream on YouTube without 1000 subscribers?\">Q6. How do I live stream on YouTube without 1000 subscribers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#Q7_Which_Streaming_software_should_I_use_for_YouTube\" title=\"Q7. Which Streaming software should I use for YouTube?\">Q7. Which Streaming software should I use for YouTube?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"YouTube_Live_Streaming_Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>YouTube Live Streaming: Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>To live stream, the creator must verify their channel, be 16+, and have no restrictions in the last 90 days and wait 24 hours.<\/li>\n<li>There is an option for going live from a mobile app, desktop (using YouTube Studio), webcam, or encoder. Each has its own set-up requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Live streaming increases engagement through chat, saves on cost, makes content unique, and assists with product promotions.<\/li>\n<li>We have different tools for different needs: mobile for vlogging, webcam for workshops\/Q&amp;A, and encoders for advanced creators with big audiences.<\/li>\n<li>Success tips may also include preparing high-quality equipment, engaging content types, chat moderation, metric analysis, promotions, internet and lighting requirements, and so on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"YouTube_Live_Streaming_Requirements\"><\/span>YouTube Live Streaming Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let&#8217;s see the requirements to enable live streaming on YouTube:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You need to verify your channel with your phone number<\/li>\n<li>No restrictions on your live stream within 90 days<\/li>\n<li>Streamers age should be 16+<\/li>\n<li>Once enabled, you can do live streams after 24 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Go_Live_Stream_on_YouTube_Quick_Steps\"><\/span>How To Go Live Stream on YouTube? (Quick Steps)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conducting a live streaming session on YouTube is easy. However, you need to fulfill the requirements to enable live streaming as mentioned above.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On_YouTube_Mobile_APP\"><\/span>On YouTube Mobile APP<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the app, then tap the (+) icon at the bottom.<\/li>\n<li>Choose Go live from the options<\/li>\n<li>Choose orientation (portrait and landscape)<\/li>\n<li>Tap Edit to set title, description, thumbnail, and choose audience type(public, private, and unlisted)<\/li>\n<li>Start the live or schedule it for later.<\/li>\n<li>Use the manage option to turn the camera on, mute, or add Q&amp;A stickers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On_Desktop\"><\/span>On Desktop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Go to YouTube Studio<\/li>\n<li>Create &gt; Go live<\/li>\n<li>Create Stream(live control room)<\/li>\n<li>Add details (titles, descriptions)<\/li>\n<li>Set visibility (public, private, and unlisted)<\/li>\n<li>Set streaming method (webcam or encoder)<\/li>\n<li>Configure by adjusting the camera, microphone, and other settings.<\/li>\n<li>Go live to start and End the Stream to finish it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Go_Live_on_YouTube_Using_a_Webcam\"><\/span>Steps to Go Live on YouTube Using a Webcam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that you know about going live through the YouTube mobile app, let&#8217;s explore the steps to go live from a desktop using a webcam.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Sign in to your YouTube account on a computer or desktop system using your credentials.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the &#8216;Create&#8217; option that appears at the top-right corner.<\/li>\n<li>Click &#8216;Go Live&#8217; from the menu that appears. next, click on the &#8216;Webcam&#8217; tab.<\/li>\n<li>Similar to going live from mobile, enter your live streaming details and click next.<\/li>\n<li>Your webcam should capture your photo that appears as your live stream thumbnail.<\/li>\n<li>Once you are ready with your setup, click on &#8216;Go Live&#8217; to start your live stream.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_Live_on_YouTube_Using_an_Encoder\"><\/span>Go Live on YouTube Using an Encoder<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although the exact technical steps may vary depending on your choice of encoder, you can follow these steps to start your stream using streaming software.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the web browser on a desktop system and log in to your YouTube account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the &#8216;Create&#8217; icon appearing in the top right corner.<\/li>\n<li>You will now be taken to the live streaming section on YT.<\/li>\n<li>Open your encoding software and navigate to its settings.<\/li>\n<li>Some encoding softwares have the option to stream directly to YouTube. If you see it, click on it.<\/li>\n<li>In case you do not see YouTube in your encoding software, copy the stream key from YouTube live stream and paste it in the encoding software where it says &#8216; Enter Stream Key.&#8217;<\/li>\n<li>Add the webcam, microphone, and other sources to your encoding software. Add other relevant details of your live stream.<\/li>\n<li>Once ready, start the live stream from your encoder, and soon you&#8217;ll be live on YouTube.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Benefits_of_Live_Streaming_on_YouTube\"><\/span>What are the Benefits of Live Streaming on YouTube?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We have see how to enable YouTube live streaming on phone and desktop. Let&#8217;s see the benefits of going live on YouTube.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increases_Engagement_with_your_Audience\"><\/span>Increases Engagement with your Audience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The chat options available in YouTube Live Streaming encourage your viewers to engage with one another as well as allow you to interact with your loyal fans on a highly personal note. You can respond to compliments, react to humorous comments, and solve your viewers queries immediately.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highly_Cost-effective\"><\/span>Highly Cost-effective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can live stream on YouTube and publish it on your channel for free. Besides, you can also <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/youtube\/ways-to-repurpose-youtube-videos\/\">repurpose live stream video<\/a> as per your needs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Makes_your_channel_Stand_Out\"><\/span>Makes your channel Stand Out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A live video tends to grab more attention than normal videos. Besides, the live streaming activity makes your content look unique from other creators who are using traditional methods to capture their viewers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourages_Selling_Products_or_Niche_Services\"><\/span>Encourages Selling Products or Niche Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As a YouTuber, if you aspire to do <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/youtube-marketing\/best-ways-to-make-money-with-affiliate-marketing-on-youtube\/\">affiliate marketing<\/a> or wish to sell your unique products or services, you can do so using YT live streaming. Nearly 70% of people use YouTube to read reviews of products.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_or_smartphone_device\"><\/span>Mobile or smartphone device<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Live streaming through mobile devices is an excellent option for casual Vlogs and updates. It provides a relaxed atmosphere to your viewers and fans who turn up for the live stream. Besides, you just need 50 subscribers to go live on YouTube through mobile devices.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Webcam\"><\/span>Webcam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you wish to go live from your desktop system, you can rely on YouTube&#8217;s live streaming studio that connects to your computer&#8217;s camera via your web browser. This approach of going live is more suitable if you wish to do some live workshops or want to answer viewers&#8217; questions on any technical topic.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encoder\"><\/span>Encoder<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Encoders are streaming software that gives you broader control over your live streaming activity. However, this option is highly suitable for advanced-level creators who have more than 1000 subscribers and have a large number of followers who turn up on the YT live stream.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helpful_Tips_for_Streaming_Live_on_YouTube\"><\/span>Helpful Tips for Streaming Live on YouTube<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that you know how to enable live streaming on YouTube Studio. Let&#8217;s see some helpful tips that you must know to make your livestream successful.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Good <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/must-have-audio-visual-equipment-to-launch-a-youtube-channel\/\">quality equipment<\/a>, lighting, and internet connectivity are necessary for a better video.<\/li>\n<li>Choose &#8216;engaging content&#8217; types such as Q&amp;A, product launch, or live announcement.<\/li>\n<li>Interact with the audience, listen to them carefully, and consider a moderator.<\/li>\n<li>Remain natural, at ease, and review analytics later to optimize future live streams.<\/li>\n<li>Promote the live stream on social media, and go live during peak usage times in relation to your audience.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Irrespective of your niche, YouTube live streaming is highly beneficial for expanding your videos&#8217; reach and growing your channel. With this detailed guide, you are well equipped with the know-how to do live streaming on YT using the mobile app or webcam. Go for a live stream now and see how it impacts your channel.<\/p>\n<p>YouTube live streaming is a good platform for gamers, news, and organizations that want to share live updates. You must have seen the &#8216;live&#8217; notification on Facebook and Instagram. Live streaming on YouTube has become very popular since the pandemic forced us to attend events, meetings, and programs online.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_How_do_I_fix_YouTube_is_not_enabled_for_live_streaming\"><\/span>Q1. How do I fix YouTube is not enabled for live streaming?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your channel has violated the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/youtube\/youtube-community-guidelines\/\">community guidelines<\/a>. It could be age restriction, or you might not have enabled the live streaming.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_How_do_I_enable_monetization_on_YouTube_live_stream\"><\/span>Q2. How do I enable monetization on YouTube live stream?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>YouTube has rolled out features like fan funding, which worked as a tip collection jar for creators and streamers. Super chat is another feature that helps viewers donate and support the YouTubers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_What_is_the_eligibility_for_YouTube_live_streaming\"><\/span>Q3. What is the eligibility for YouTube live streaming?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>YouTube lets you live stream only if you come across the eligibility criteria, that is, 50 subscribers. Yes, as soon as you generate this many users, you can start streaming anytime.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Does_YouTube_pay_per_stream\"><\/span>Q4. Does YouTube pay per stream?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you enable live streaming YouTube pays $6-8 for 1000 streams. You receive an average payout per stream of $0.008.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_What_are_the_best_streaming_settings_for_YouTube_Live\"><\/span>Q5. What are the best streaming settings for YouTube Live?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A video resolution of 1080p with a frame rate of 30 FPS and bitrate of 3000 to 8000 kbps is ideal for the best live streaming quality.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_How_do_I_live_stream_on_YouTube_without_1000_subscribers\"><\/span>Q6. How do I live stream on YouTube without 1000 subscribers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can do a YouTube live stream through a desktop or webcam, even if you don&#8217;t have <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/latest-youtube-updates\/how-to-get-1000-youtube-subscribers-hack\/\">1000 subscribers<\/a>. It used to be 1000 subscribers before. But now YouTube has removed that restriction. However, if you are doing a live stream through mobile app, you must have at least 50 subscribers on your channel.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q7_Which_Streaming_software_should_I_use_for_YouTube\"><\/span>Q7. Which Streaming software should I use for YouTube?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-start-live-streaming-using-obs-studio\/\">OBS Studio<\/a> and Streamlabs are popular softwares that content creators prefer to use while going live on YouTube.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here&#8217;s everything you must know about YouTube Live Streaming to increase your channel&#8217;s engagement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":38486,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[1248,33,58],"class_list":["post-6454","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tools","tag-live-streaming-on-youtube","tag-twitch","tag-youtube-live-stream"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v25.3.1 (Yoast SEO v25.3.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Go Live on YouTube in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn how to go live on YouTube in 2026: verify your account, set a 24-hour timer, and stream via browser, phone, or encoder to engage your audience.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How to Live Streaming on YouTube in 2026: Tips &amp; Methods\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Here&#039;s everything you must know about YouTube Live Streaming to increase your channel&#039;s engagement.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Veefly Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2021-08-03T05:02:53+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-02-13T07:32:29+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/youtube-live-streaming.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1920\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1080\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Anasia Dmello\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Anasia Dmello\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"7 minutes\" \/>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"How to Go Live on YouTube in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide","description":"Learn how to go live on YouTube in 2026: verify your account, set a 24-hour timer, and stream via browser, phone, or encoder to engage your audience.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"How to Live Streaming on YouTube in 2026: Tips & Methods","og_description":"Here's everything you must know about YouTube Live Streaming to increase your channel's engagement.","og_url":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/","og_site_name":"Veefly Blog","article_published_time":"2021-08-03T05:02:53+00:00","article_modified_time":"2026-02-13T07:32:29+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1920,"height":1080,"url":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/youtube-live-streaming.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Anasia Dmello","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Anasia Dmello","Est. reading time":"7 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/"},"author":{"name":"Anasia Dmello","@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/e762493d40fa69b5ee57ac55f07ce268"},"headline":"How to Live Streaming on YouTube in 2026: Tips &#038; Methods","datePublished":"2021-08-03T05:02:53+00:00","dateModified":"2026-02-13T07:32:29+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/"},"wordCount":1410,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/youtube-live-streaming.jpg","keywords":["Live streaming on YouTube","Twitch","YouTube Live Stream"],"articleSection":["Tools"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/","url":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/","name":"How to Go Live on YouTube in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/youtube-live-streaming.jpg","datePublished":"2021-08-03T05:02:53+00:00","dateModified":"2026-02-13T07:32:29+00:00","description":"Learn how to go live on YouTube in 2026: verify your account, set a 24-hour timer, and stream via browser, phone, or encoder to engage your audience.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/youtube-live-streaming.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/youtube-live-streaming.jpg","width":1920,"height":1080,"caption":"YouTube live streaming"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/blog.veefly.com\/tools\/how-to-enable-youtube-live-streaming\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"YouTube Tools","item":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/tools\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Live Streaming on YouTube"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/","name":"Veefly Blog","description":"Boost Your YouTube Videos","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"Veefly","url":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"","contentUrl":"","caption":"Veefly"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/e762493d40fa69b5ee57ac55f07ce268","name":"Anasia Dmello","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f908a84ff082d01d4d8fd45efaf9b63d412d5df0b416aee97c23e501ab271736?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f908a84ff082d01d4d8fd45efaf9b63d412d5df0b416aee97c23e501ab271736?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Anasia Dmello"},"url":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/author\/anasia\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6454","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/35"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6454"}],"version-history":[{"count":34,"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6454\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":39255,"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6454\/revisions\/39255"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/38486"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6454"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6454"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veefly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6454"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}