To stream on TikTok with OBS (Open Broadcaster Software), you’ll need to follow these steps. Since TikTok doesn’t officially support OBS for streaming, you’ll need a workaround using a third-party service or RTMP (Real-Time Messaging Protocol). Here’s how you can set it up:
Step 1: Get Your TikTok Stream Key and RTMP URL
1. Download TikTok Live Studio or a Third-Party RTMP Service: TikTok doesn’t directly support OBS for streaming, so you’ll need to either use a third-party service (like Streamlabs or StreamYard) or use TikTok’s own RTMP stream feature. TikTok used to offer stream keys to users with access to “Live” streaming, so check if you can access that option.
– To get your TikTok stream key, go to your TikTok mobile app and ensure that your account meets the eligibility requirements (you usually need a certain number of followers).
– Tap on your profile, click the ‘+’ icon to create a new post, then select “Go Live.”
– On the live stream screen, tap on the “Stream Key” or “RTMP Settings” (depending on availability). This will give you the server URL and stream key, which you’ll need for OBS.
Step 2: Set Up OBS
1. Download and Install OBS: If you haven’t already, download and install OBS Studio from the official website (https://obsproject.com/).
2. Open OBS: Launch the OBS software and make sure you’ve set up your scene and sources for the stream, such as your webcam, game capture, or window capture.
Step 3: Configure OBS for TikTok Streaming
1. Go to Settings in OBS: Click on “Settings” in the lower-right corner of the OBS window.
2. Select Stream: In the settings menu, go to the “Stream” tab.
3. Set Stream Type: In the “Stream Type” dropdown, select “Custom…”
4. Enter RTMP URL and Stream Key:
– For the Server, input the TikTok RTMP URL. This is the server address you received in Step 1 (usually something like `rtmp://live.tiktok.com/stream`).
– For the Stream Key, input the stream key that you received.
Step 4: Start Streaming on OBS
1. Save Settings: After entering the RTMP server URL and stream key, click “OK” to save your settings.
2. Start Streaming: In OBS, click on the “Start Streaming” button in the bottom-right corner. OBS will start broadcasting to TikTok.
Step 5: Monitor Your Stream on TikTok
1. Open the TikTok app and go to your profile.
2. Check if your live stream is showing up and ensure everything is working properly.
Additional Tips:
– Test Your Stream: Before going live, do a test stream to ensure everything works as expected (audio, video, etc.).
– Stream Settings: Adjust the video bitrate and resolution in OBS to ensure smooth streaming on TikTok. A resolution of 720p with a bitrate of around 2500 kbps is usually a good starting point.
By following these steps, you should be able to stream on TikTok using OBS. Just be aware that TikTok’s policies and features may change, so always double-check that your stream settings are up to date.
