To stream to Facebook and YouTube at the same time, connect both channels to Restream and choose either Restream Studio or OBS as your video source. Send one broadcast to Restream, then check that it is live on both destinations.

Requirements and free-plan limits

Facebook requires an account at least 60 days old; Pages and professional-mode profiles also need at least 100 followers. Enable live streaming on your verified YouTube channel before the event, allowing up to 24 hours for first activation.

A Facebook profile plus YouTube can use Restream’s Free plan with branding. Facebook Pages and Groups require a paid plan. Groups use a manual stream-key connection and a separate Go Live action in Facebook Live Producer.

Producing and streaming your content to multiple social platforms happens right from your browser with the power of Restream Studio. Restream Studio is our browser-based live streaming tool, which helps you customize your streams, invite guests, chat with your viewers, and more. Alternatively, you can also use Restream’s built-in OBS connection with your existing scenes and sources.

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

Before you begin, make sure you have a Facebook account and a YouTube channel. Then, you can use Restream to multistream.

  1. Create a Restream account or log in if you already have one.
  2. From your home screen, click the Channels button and select Add New.
    1. For Facebook: Choose Facebook Live and connect a Profile or Page. For a Group, select Group and enter its name and the stream key from Facebook Live Producer; after the preview appears there, click Go Live on Facebook.
    2. For YouTube: Click the YouTube icon, select whether you want to stream to your channel or an event, and follow the steps to give Restream access to your channel.
YouTube and Facebook on Restream's list of platforms
  1. Return to your home screen and click the New Stream button.
  2. Select Restream Studio to go live on Facebook and YouTube at the same time from your browser.
  3. Click the Allow mic/cam access button, enter your name, and click Enter Studio.
  4. To set up your stream, you can:
    1. Click Add Scene on the left to create pre-set scenes for your broadcasts,
    2. Use the right-hand menu to customize the look of your stream with designs, captions, QR codes, music, and more.
Restream Studio interface.
  1. Click the pencil icon on the top left corner to update your stream's title.
  2. Click Channels in the top-right corner and toggle on Facebook and YouTube. To add a description, you can click Edit next to each one.
  3. When you're ready, click Go Live.
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You don’t need to go live right away. You can click the Schedule button and create an event or just leave the Studio. A new stream card with all your settings will appear on your home screen; click Enter Studio on that card when you’re ready to go live.

If you enjoy multistreaming and would like to scale your content beyond Facebook and YouTube, Restream supports streaming to over 30 platforms, including Twitch, LinkedIn, and more, giving you the flexibility to expand your reach anywhere you want.

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

If you already use OBS Studio and don’t want to start over with a new streaming software, don’t worry. You can still go live on Facebook and YouTube (and plenty of other platforms) at the same time by selecting Restream as the streaming service in OBS. No separate plug-in is required.

  1. Create a Restream account or log in to your existing one.
  2. Repeat step 2 from the previous section to connect Facebook and YouTube to Restream.
  3. Return to your home screen and click the New Stream button.
  4. Select Encoder | RTMP to go live on Facebook and YouTube at the same time from OBS.
  5. To set up your stream:
    1. Click the pencil icon on the top left to set up your title, description, and content type, and click Update All.
    2. Toggle on your Facebook and YouTube channel on your right.
    3. Copy your stream key from Restream.
Stream to Facebook and YouTube at the same time with OBS.
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If you want to go live later, you can leave this window or click the Schedule button. Your stream settings and key will be saved under a card on your home screen. You'll be able to access them later by clicking the RTMP Setup button on that card.
  1. Go back to OBS and click Settings:
    1. Under the Stream tab, select Restream.io as your service and click Use Stream Key.
    2. Paste your stream key in the relevant field and click OK.
  2. Start streaming on OBS, and Restream will send your feed to YouTube and Facebook.

Want to go further? Learn more about multistreaming with OBS with our in-depth guide.

FAQs

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

Yes, you can go live on both a Facebook profile and YouTube at the same time with Restream’s free plan. Facebook pages and groups are available starting with the Standard plan.

How do I stream to Facebook and YouTube at the same time with OBS?

Add Facebook and YouTube in Restream, then create an Encoder | RTMP stream. In OBS, open Settings → Stream, select Restream.io and connect your account or use the Restream stream key. Enable both destinations in Restream and start streaming in OBS. No additional OBS plug-in is needed. For a Facebook Group, also start the broadcast in Facebook Live Producer after checking the preview.

How do I stream to Facebook, YouTube, and other platforms at the same time?

You can multistream to Twitch, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and other platforms at the same time with a multistreaming service like Restream. Once you connect your streaming channels to Restream, you can go live on each one simultaneously using the browser-based Restream Studio. Alternatively, you can use Restream with an encoding software like OBS Studio.

Can I stream to more than one Facebook or YouTube account at once?

Yes. Connect the channels you are authorized to manage and enable the ones you need for the broadcast. Your plan determines how many channels can be live simultaneously: Free supports two, while paid plans support more. Facebook Pages and Groups require a paid plan even when you only use two destinations.

Wrap-up

Whether you want to grow your audience, increase engagement, or expand your reach, multistreaming is a powerful tool. With Restream, you can easily stream to Facebook and YouTube at the same time and maximize your content’s visibility without the need for complex setups. Plus, with the flexibility to connect to over 30 platforms, Restream gives you the freedom to engage with viewers wherever they are. Start multistreaming today and take your live content to the next level!