Multistream to Facebook Live

Stream to Facebook Live and multiple platforms simultaneously with OBS and our free plugin

Quick Start: Facebook Live Multistreaming

Get streaming to Facebook Live + other platforms in 3 simple steps

1

Get Your Facebook Stream Key

Creator Studio → Live Producer → Create Live Stream

2

Install Stream Bridge Plugin

Download and install our free OBS plugin

3

Add Facebook + Other Platforms

Configure all your streaming platforms in one place

Who Can Use Facebook Live?

Personal Profiles

  • ✓All users can go live
  • ✓No follower requirements
  • ✓Stream up to 8 hours
  • ✓Use OBS with stream key

Pages & Groups

  • ✓Perfect for businesses
  • ✓Better analytics
  • ✓Schedule live videos
  • ✓Monetization options

Pro Tip: Facebook Live has no exclusivity requirements, making it perfect for multistreaming!

How to Find Your Facebook Live Stream Key?

For Personal Profiles

  1. 1

    Go to Facebook Live Producer

    Visit facebook.com/live/producer

  2. 2

    Select "Use Stream Key"

    Choose the streaming software option

  3. 3

    Copy Your Stream Key

    Click to reveal and copy your persistent stream key

    Server URL: rtmps://live-api-s.facebook.com:443/rtmp/
    Stream Key: FB-********************

For Facebook Pages

  1. 1

    Access Creator Studio

    Go to Creator Studio and select your Page

  2. 2

    Create Live Video

    Click "Create Live Video" → "Use Stream Key"

  3. 3

    Get Stream Credentials

    Copy the Server URL and Stream Key provided

How to Set Up Facebook Live Multistreaming?

Method 1: Using Stream Bridge Plugin (Recommended)

  1. 1

    Download Stream Bridge Plugin

    Get our free OBS plugin for easy multistreaming

    Download Plugin →
  2. 2

    Install and Open Multiple Output Panel

    In OBS, go to Docks → Multiple Output

  3. 3

    Add Facebook as a Target

    Click "Add New Target" and enter:

    • â€ĸ Name: Facebook Live
    • â€ĸ RTMP URL: rtmps://live-api-s.facebook.com:443/rtmp/
    • â€ĸ Stream Key: Your Facebook stream key
  4. 4

    Add Other Platforms

    Add YouTube, Twitch, Kick, etc. the same way

  5. 5

    Start Multistreaming

    Click "Start" in the Multiple Output panel to stream to all platforms!

💡 Facebook Live Tips

  • â€ĸ Schedule your live video in advance for better reach
  • â€ĸ Write an engaging description with a call-to-action
  • â€ĸ Go live for at least 10 minutes for better engagement
  • â€ĸ Interact with comments during your stream
  • â€ĸ Share your live video to relevant groups

What Are Facebook Live's Requirements?

Recommended Settings

  • â€ĸ
    Resolution: 1280x720 (720p)
  • â€ĸ
    Framerate: 30 FPS
  • â€ĸ
    Bitrate: 4000 Kbps (max)
  • â€ĸ
    Encoder: H.264
  • â€ĸ
    Audio: AAC, 128 Kbps

Stream Duration Limits

  • â€ĸ
    Personal Profiles: 8 hours maximum
  • â€ĸ
    Pages/Groups: 8 hours maximum
  • â€ĸ
    Continuous Live: 90 days (select accounts)
  • â€ĸ
    Minimum Duration: No minimum

âš ī¸ Facebook Live Producer Notice

Always keep Facebook Live Producer open in your browser while streaming. Closing the page may end your stream prematurely.

What Are Common Facebook Live Issues?

Stream not appearing on Facebook
  • Ensure you clicked "Go Live" in Facebook Live Producer
  • Verify your stream key is correctly entered
  • Check if you're using RTMPS (secure) not RTMP
  • Wait 10-15 seconds for the stream to initialize
Poor video quality
  • Facebook limits bitrate to 4000 Kbps
  • Use 720p instead of 1080p for better quality
  • Ensure stable internet connection
  • Check encoder settings match Facebook requirements
"Live video ended" error

This can happen if:

  • You closed the Facebook Live Producer page
  • Your internet connection dropped
  • Stream key was reset or expired
  • Streaming for over 8 hours (limit reached)
Audio sync issues
  • Use 48kHz sample rate for audio
  • Set keyframe interval to exactly 2 seconds
  • Enable "Use stream optimizations" in OBS
  • Check your audio sync offset in OBS settings

Ready to Start Multistreaming?

Stream to Facebook Live and other platforms simultaneously with our free tools