Live Streams

Kinescope supports live streams with recording, restreaming, view analytics, access control, and embedding on a website together with chat. It is a solution for webinars, lectures, online events, and streaming.

Who this section is for

• Webinar and online event organizers — need a stable stream with chat and recording
• Teachers and lecturers — running online courses and lectures with recording
• Streamers and content creators — hosting live streams and want to reach a larger audience
• Developers — integrating streams into applications and platforms

Where to start

If you are new

1. Live Stream Guide — basic scenarios, setup via OBS Studio, using chat
2. Stream Setup Instructions — detailed instructions for setting up OBS Studio and Zoom

If you already run streams

1. Restreaming — simultaneous streaming to multiple platforms
2. Live Stream Guide — advanced chat and server settings

Key features

Two ways to stream

Using video encoders (OBS Studio, Vmix, Zoom)

• Stable connection via RTMP or sRTMP protocol
• Signal delay of 5–10 seconds
• Suitable for streams with chat for viewer interaction

Mobile apps

• Stream from a mobile device using apps like Larix
• Convenient for reports and mobile streams

Learn more about streaming methods →

Stream chat

When a stream starts, a chat is automatically created that can be:

• Embedded on a website alongside the stream player
• Saved synchronously with video when recording a stream
• Configured with moderation and behavior (display inside player, fullscreen mode, slow mode)

Learn more about chat setup →

Restreaming

Simultaneously stream on multiple platforms without additional internet bandwidth load. Supports forwarding the stream to YouTube and other platforms via RTMP protocol.

Learn more about restreaming →

Stream recording

All streams can be recorded automatically. Recorded video is saved to the catalog and available for viewing, editing, and publishing immediately after the stream ends.

Main use cases

Webinars and online courses

Run webinars with recording, chat, and access restriction options. Recorded streams can be used as course lessons.

Live streams on social media

Use restreaming to simultaneously broadcast on YouTube and other platforms. Reach a larger audience without additional bandwidth load.

Corporate events

Run internal streams with access restrictions by domain or password. Record important events for the archive.

Streaming and entertainment content

Host live streams with chat, view analytics, and the option to monetize via advertising.

What’s next?

After setting up streams, we recommend:

1. Video Player: Setup and Embedding — embedding the stream player on your website
2. Integrations — integrating streams with GetCourse, Tilda, and other platforms
3. Configure Analytics — track viewer count and activity
4. Configure Content Protection — restrict access to streams by domain or password
5. Troubleshooting — resolving stream issues

Still have questions? Write to the support chat within the Kinescope interface — our specialists will help!