If you’re serious about growing your audience, multistreaming is a must. With Restream, you can easily broadcast to Twitch and TikTok at the same time and engage both of your communities. Whether you’re a gamer looking to stream your latest playthrough on Twitch or a creator sharing short-form content on TikTok, multistreaming helps you maximize visibility.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to stream on Twitch and TikTok at the same time using Restream. You can choose the simplicity of Restream Studio, which works directly in your browser, or take advantage of Restream’s integration with OBS. Whichever method you prefer, setting up is just a few clicks away. Let’s get started!

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

The easiest way to go live on Twitch and TikTok at the same time is by using Restream Studio. You don’t have to download any software, and it doesn’t take up extra resources on your computer.

  1. Create a free Restream account or log in if you already have one.
  2. Click Channels on the left side of your screen, then click Add Channel.
    1. For Twitch: Click the Twitch icon and enter your account’s credentials.
    2. For TikTok: Click the TikTok icon and open tiktok.com on a new tab on your desktop.
      1. Click the Go LIVE button on the left-hand menu.
      2. Click Go LIVE again at the bottom of your screen.
      3. Set up your stream's topic and title, then click Save and Go LIVE.
      4. Copy the Server URL and Stream Key. (The stream key is not permanent. It will change for every stream.)
      5. Keep the TikTok tab open and go back to Restream.
      6. Fill in your TikTok username and paste the server URL and stream key in the relevant fields.
      7. Click Add Channel to save.
Stream on Twitch and TikTok at the same time with Restream Studio.
  1. From your Restream home screen, click the New Stream button.
  2. Select Restream Studio to go live from your browser.
  3. Allow Restream to access your camera and microphone, type your name, and Enter Studio.
  4. You can now set up the Studio for your stream, create scenes for each section of your broadcast, or customize its look with graphics.
Restream Studio (interface)
  1. Click the pencil icon in the top-left corner to set your stream's title.
  2. Click + Channels on your right and toggle on Twitch and TikTok.
  3. Once you're ready, click Go Live in the top-right corner.
  4. Keep the TikTok tab open on your browser while you are live. To finish your stream smoothly, stop it on TikTok before ending it in Restream Studio.

How to stream on Twitch and TikTok at the same time with OBS

If you already use streaming software such as OBS to go live on Twitch or TikTok, you can still use Restream’s plug-in to multistream to several platforms at once.

  1. Create a free Restream account or log in if you already have one.
  2. Repeat step 2 from the previous section to connect Twitch and TikTok to Restream.
  3. On Restream, click New Stream.
  4. Select Encoder | RTMP to broadcast from OBS.
  5. To set up your stream:
    1. Click the pencil icon to fill in a title, description, and your stream category, then select Update All.
    2. Toggle on Twitch and TikTok under the list of channels on the right-hand side.
    3. Copy the stream key from Restream.
Stream on Twitch and TikTok at the same time with OBS.
  1. Launch OBS and click Settings:
    1. Go to the Stream tab and pick Restream.io as the service.
    2. Click Use Stream Key, paste the Restream key in OBS, and click OK.
  2. Click Start Streaming on OBS.
  3. Keep the TikTok tab open in your browser. When it’s time to finish the stream, end it on TikTok before you end it on OBS.

FAQs

Am I allowed to simulcast on Twitch?

Yes, Twitch does allow simulcasting, so you can stream to Twitch, TikTok, and other platforms at the same time with no issue! For more information, you can check our in-depth guide on Twitch’s multistreaming rules.

How can I get live streaming access on TikTok?

TikTok has certain requirements in place for going live. First, you must be at least 18 years old and have at least 1,000 followers on TikTok. Even if you meet these requirements and you can go live on the TikTok app, you should keep in mind that TikTok provides limited users with access to going live with a stream key. If you don’t have access to a stream key yet, fill out this application form.

Does my TikTok stream need to be vertical?

Not necessarily. TikTok auto-transcodes your horizontal streams and makes them appear centered on TikTok LIVE, so you don’t need to worry about cropped edges. You can stream the same horizontal output that you stream to Twitch with no issue.

Why do I need a new stream key for every TikTok stream?

TikTok creates a new stream key for every broadcast done on TikTok LIVE. To make sure you’re able to go live successfully, you need to get the new key from TikTok and update it on Restream for every new stream.

Wrap-up

Mastering how to stream on TikTok and Twitch at the same time is a game-changer for creators looking to expand their audience and increase engagement across platforms. With Restream, you have the flexibility to use either Restream Studio for a quick, browser-based setup or OBS for more control. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can stream on TikTok and Twitch at the same time with ease. Ready to take your streaming to the next level? Start multistreaming with Restream today and connect with more audiences than ever before!