A livestream often only unfolds its full effect when it is embedded directly on your own website. Whether for an event, a webinar or a product presentation – integrating a livestream on your own website ensures greater professionalism, more control and a seamless user experience.

1. how does the integration of a livestream work technically?

Basically, you need two components:

• A player that can display the video
• A streaming source, i.e. the actual live stream (e.g. in M3U8 format)
  
  

This technology is already prepared in many modern website construction kits or content management systems such as WordPress with Elementor.

2. integration via internal player (e.g. with WordPress & Co.)

Many themes or plugins already include a video player.

✅ This is how it works:

• A streaming URL (usually M3U8) is stored in the configuration of the player
• The player retrieves this link and plays the livestream on the website
  
  

This solution is ideal if you maintain your website yourself or have developer access.

3. integration via iFrame – the easy way

With Stream1, we offer you the convenient option:

✅ We provide an iFrame code that you can simply embed on your website – similar to a YouTube video.

This code can be inserted directly into HTML elements and works on:

• WordPress
• Typo3
• Contao
• Individual CMS or store systems
  
  

The iFrame contains all the necessary parameters to display the livestream reliably and in high quality – even with optional livestream moderation, chat integration or password protection.

4. why should you embed the livestream on your own website?

• Brand image remains consistent
• No distraction from advertising or third-party content
• Visitors stay on your site
• More control over data protection and user guidance
  
  

Conclusion:

Whether you want to integrate the live stream on your own website or hand over the complete integration to us – Stream1 supports you in all variants, from the technology to the implementation.

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The best platform for your livestream depends on the audience you want to reach and the features you need. Here are some of the most popular options:

• YouTube Live – Free and with a wide reach, ideal for public events and brand appearances.
• Facebook Live – Perfect for community interaction and direct exchange with followers.
• Vimeo Livestream – Professional solution with branding possibilities and payment options for exclusive content.
• Twitch – Ideal for gaming, interactive content and a young, engaged audience.
• Own RTMP servers – The best choice for maximum control, data protection and customized live streams.

Yes, it is possible to broadcast a live stream simultaneously on several platforms without any problems– and this is now standard practice for professional productions. As an experienced provider, Stream1 routinely takes on this task and ensures that the signal can be streamed simultaneously on platforms such as YouTube Live, Facebook Live, LinkedIn, Twitch or your own website.

It is important to choose the right format. Platforms generally expect either the classic 16:9 format (landscape format) or – especially for social media – the 9:16 format (portrait format)*. Depending on the target group and platform, the live streaming setup should be adapted accordingly.

Technically, the signal is distributed via:

• Own livestream servers on which the signal is centrally managed and redistributed
• Multi-platform services such as Restream or Livestream-Server.de
• Encoder hardware, e.g. from Kiloview or MineMedia, which output multiple streams simultaneously
• Compact solutions such as the YOLO Box, which already offers integrated cloud functions for multi-streaming
  
  

There is no noticeable difference for the viewer – for the organizer, however, it means maximum reach with just one central stream. This allows the event to take place simultaneously on several channels and reach a larger target group.

There are various ways to implement multistreaming so that you can stream on several platforms at the same time:

1. streaming software with multistreaming function

Some streaming programs offer native support for multistreaming. Here are some of the most popular options:

• OBS Studio (with plugins or Restream.io)
• Streamlabs (premium function required)
• XSplit (offers multistreaming in the paid version)
  
  

2. use multistreaming services

If your streaming software does not offer built-in multistreaming, you can use external services. These automatically forward the stream to several platforms:

• Restream.io – Supports over 30 platforms
• Castr – Ideal for professional streams with high quality
• StreamYard – Perfect for webinars and interviews
  
  

Multistreaming on individual platforms – what you need to consider

Each platform has its own requirements and rules for live streaming. Here are the most important points:

YouTube

• Supports streaming via RTMP
• Requires confirmed account for livestreams
• Recommended: 4,500-9,000 Kbps bit rate for Full HD streaming
  
  

Twitch

• Partners and affiliates may not stream in parallel on other platforms (exclusivity rule!)
• Multistreaming is permitted for non-tied streamers
• Supports low latency mode for better interaction
  
  

Facebook Live

• No exclusivity rule – multistreaming is possible
• Supports streaming via third-party software
• Maximum bit rate: 6,000 Kbps
  
  

TikTok Live

• Requires at least 1,000 followers to go live
• Streaming software such as Streamlabs or Loola.tv required
• Optimal resolution: 720p or 1080p
  
  

Kick.com

• Supports multistreaming without restrictions
• High profit sharing for streamers (up to 95% of revenue!)
• Lower requirements for monetization than Twitch
  
  

Advantages and challenges of multistreaming

Advantages:

✅ More reach and a larger community

✅ Easier growth through parallel target group approach

✅ Independence from a single platform

Challenges:

⚠️ Higher system requirements (stable internet connection required)

⚠️ Different chat interactions on multiple platforms

⚠️ Twitch partners are not allowed to multistream

Conclusion

Yes, you can stream on several platforms at the same time: With the right software and multistreaming services. However, you need to pay attention to the specific rules of the platforms and a stable internet connection for an optimal streaming experience.