Starting a 24/7 Live Stream can sound expensive—servers, technical setup, and constant monitoring. The good news: you can run a 24/7 live stream
without managing a VPS or server. With LiveOstad, you stream using your own cloud video link (like Google Drive) and your platform stream key,
and your system handles the streaming process for you.
How a 24/7 Live Stream works in LiveOstad:
- Add your cloud video link in Videos
- Add your stream key in Destinations (YouTube/Facebook)
- Create a stream in Streams and click Start
Step 1: What You Need (Beginner Checklist)
- A YouTube channel and/or Facebook Page that can go live
- A stream-friendly video file (recommended: MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio)
- A shareable cloud link (example: Google Drive link)
- A LiveOstad account (to connect your video link and stream key)
Step 2: Prepare a Stream-Friendly Video File
A stable 24/7 Live Stream depends on the video format. For best results, use:
MP4 container with H.264 video and AAC audio. This reduces buffering, missing audio,
and unexpected stops during long streaming sessions.
Step 3: Make Your Cloud Link Accessible
If you are using Google Drive, set sharing like this:
- Right-click the video in Drive → Share
- General access: Anyone with the link
- Role: Viewer
- Copy the link
Quick test: Open the link in an incognito/private window. If it asks for login, your Live Stream source will fail.
Step 4: Add Your Video Link in LiveOstad (Videos)
- Open your LiveOstad dashboard
- Go to Videos
- Paste your video link into Video URL
- Click Add Link
- Wait until the status shows ready
Step 5: Add Your Platform Stream Key (Destinations)
Your Live Stream needs a destination key to broadcast:
- YouTube: YouTube Studio → Create → Go live → Stream → Copy Stream Key
- Facebook: Live Producer → Create Live → Copy Stream Key
- In LiveOstad, open Destinations
- Select the platform (YouTube or Facebook)
- Paste the Stream Key
- Click Add Destination and confirm Connected
Step 6: Create and Start Your Live Stream (Streams)
- Go to Streams
- Select your video
- Select your slot
- Click Create Stream
- Click Start and wait for Live status
Beginner Troubleshooting (Quick Fixes)
Video not ready
Fix Drive permissions and use MP4 (H.264/AAC). Test the link in incognito.
Destination connected but not live
Re-copy the Stream Key, update the destination, then stop/start once.
Buffering or high delay
Start with 720p, keep the stream stable, and avoid frequent restarts.
Best Practices for a Stable 24/7 Live Stream
- Use copyright-safe content to avoid takedowns
- Keep your cloud link permissions unchanged
- Start with 720p for stability and upgrade only after testing
- Check stream status daily
Ready to start your 24/7 Live Stream? Create your stream with LiveOstad and go live using your own video link.