To stream to Twitch and Facebook at the same time, connect both channels to Restream and send one feed from OBS or Restream Studio. Use the instructions below for browser-based production or your existing OBS setup.

Before you connect Twitch and Facebook

Make sure your Facebook account is at least 60 days old. Pages and professional-mode profiles also need at least 100 followers. A Twitch channel plus an eligible Facebook profile can use Restream’s Free plan with branding; Facebook Pages and Groups require a paid plan.

Follow Twitch’s simulcasting rules and check any exclusivity agreement. Keep the Twitch viewing experience comparable to the Facebook broadcast, and do not direct viewers away to your concurrent stream. Monitor each destination before announcing that the stream has started.

Restream can help you stream to over 30 supported channels, including Facebook and Twitch, making it easy to grow your engagement and expand your reach. Once you add your favorite streaming platforms to Restream, you can go live directly from your browser using Restream Studio or connect your Restream account to a streaming software like OBS.

How to stream to Twitch and Facebook at the same time with Restream Studio

Before setting up, confirm that you have a Twitch and Facebook account. Then, you can start multistreaming by following these steps:

  1. Create an account on Restream or sign in to your existing one.
  2. Click the Channels button on your home screen, then Add Channels.
    1. For Twitch: Click the Twitch icon and follow the prompts to give Restream access to your Twitch account.
    2. For Facebook: Click the Facebook Live icon, connect a Profile or Page and authorize Restream. For a Group, choose Group and enter its name and stream key from Facebook Live Producer; check the preview and click Go Live on Facebook after starting the feed.
Stream to Twitch and Facebook at the same time with Restream Studio
  1. Go back to your home screen and click New Stream.
  2. Select Restream Studio to stream on Twitch and Facebook from your browser.
  3. Click the option to Allow mic/cam access, type in your name, and select Enter Studio.
  4. You’ll have a few options to set up your stream:
    1. Use the Add Scene button on the left to build your stream flow using scenes,
    2. On your right, you can use tabs like design or captions to adjust the look of your stream.
Restream Studio interface
  1. Click the pencil icon in the top-left corner to set up a title for your stream.
  2. Click + Channels to activate Facebook and Twitch. To add a stream description, you can click Edit next to your channels.
  3. Once you're all set, click Go Live.
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If you don’t want to go live yet, you can leave this screen or click the Schedule button to create an event. All your settings will be saved, and a stream card will be created on your home screen. Click Enter Studio on that card when you’re ready to go live.

That’s it — Restream will now deliver your stream to both Twitch and Facebook at once! With Restream Studio, you’ll be able to easily manage both platforms from a simple interface and engage with your viewers’ comments using the built-in chat.

How to stream to Twitch and Facebook at the same time with OBS

If you’re already an OBS user, there’s no need to move away from your favorite tool. Restream has a powerful built-in integration with OBS, allowing you to take your current setup to the next level and stream to Twitch and Facebook within a few simple steps.

  1. Create an account on Restream or sign in if you already have one.
  2. Repeat step 2 from the previous section to connect Twitch and Facebook to Restream.
  3. From your home screen, click New Stream.
  4. Select Encoder | RTMP to stream on Twitch and Facebook from OBS.
  5. Take the following steps to set up your broadcast:
    1. Click the pencil icon in the top-left corner, fill in your title, description, and content type, then click Update All.
    2. Toggle on Twitch and Facebook under the list of channels on your right.
    3. Copy the stream key you see on Restream.
Stream to Twitch and Facebook at the same time with OBS
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Aside from streaming right away, you may also leave this window or click Schedule to set a date/time for your stream. All your settings will be saved under a stream card on your home screen. Click RTMP Setup under that card when you’re ready.
  1. Head over to OBS and click Settings:
    1. Go to the Stream tab, choose Restream.io from the Service dropdown, and click Use Stream Key.
    2. Paste the stream key in OBS and click OK.
  2. Start streaming from OBS.

You’re all set; Restream will relay your stream to Twitch and Facebook. Use Restream’s combined chat dashboard privately to monitor supported channels. Facebook Group chat is not supported, and Twitch’s written rules restrict displaying combined cross-platform activity on the Twitch broadcast. You can explore how you can use it with OBS here.

FAQs

Can I stream to Twitch and Facebook at the same time for free?

Absolutely! With Restream’s free plan, you can stream to two channels at once for free, including Twitch and Facebook profiles. Facebook Groups and Pages unlock with a Standard plan.

Does Twitch allow simulcasting?

Yes, subject to Twitch’s simulcasting guidelines and any exclusivity agreement. Maintain the Twitch audience experience and do not direct viewers to leave for the concurrent broadcast. Twitch’s written guidelines restrict displaying combined activity from other platforms on the Twitch stream; a private combined chat dashboard is allowed.

How can I go live on Twitch and Facebook at once if I’m using OBS?

Connect Twitch and Facebook in Restream and create an Encoder | RTMP stream. In OBS, select Restream.io under Settings → Stream and connect your account or enter the Restream stream key. Enable both channels and start streaming in OBS. Restream distributes the single upload; your computer still encodes it. No separate OBS multistreaming plug-in is needed.

Can I stream to Twitch, Facebook, and other channels at the same time?

Yes, Restream has over 30 supported platforms that you can multistream to. Twitch and Facebook are only two of the many popular channels that you will find when setting up your Restream account.

Wrap-up

Multistreaming is a game-changer for creators who want to maximize their audience and engagement. Now that you know how to stream to Twitch and Facebook at the same time, you can reach viewers on both platforms with a single broadcast. Setting up and managing your stream is easy, and it includes many robust solutions, like monitoring supported channels from a private chat dashboard. Get ready and start streaming today!