How To Restream To Facebook Live

Stream once, reach all your audiences! Our restream server enables you to broadcast simultaneously to Facebook Live, YouTube, Twitch, and more platforms from a single source. Perfect for businesses, influencers, events, concerts, conferences, product launches, and community engagement!

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Get Your Restream Server

First, you need an active restream server from Shoutcast Net.

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After activation, you'll receive your server credentials via email including your server number and stream key.

Get Your Facebook Stream Key

Access Facebook Live Producer to retrieve your stream key.

Choose Your Destination: You can stream to your personal profile, Facebook page, or group. Each has a different stream key.

Stream to Your Profile

Go to facebook.com/live/producer
Select "Your Profile" from the dropdown
Click "Go Live" button
Choose "Streaming Software"
Copy the Stream Key
Note the Server URL: rtmps://live-api-s.facebook.com:443/rtmp/

Stream to Your Page

Go to facebook.com/live/producer
Select "Your Page" from the dropdown
Choose the specific page you want to stream to
Click "Go Live"
Select "Streaming Software"
Copy the Stream Key (unique per page)

Important Facebook Guidelines

Keep stream keys private! Each key grants access to stream to that specific destination.

Persistent stream keys: Facebook generates a new key each time you create a live event.

Continuous Live: Pages can enable persistent stream keys for 24/7 streaming.

Content policies: Follow Facebook Community Standards to avoid stream interruption.

Stream duration: Regular streams: 8 hours max, Continuous: 24/7 with persistent key.

Configure Your Restream Server

Add your platform stream keys to the Shoutcast Net control panel.

Control Panel Configuration

Login to Control Panel
Visit: https://www.shoutcastnet.com/profileview.php
Find Your Restream Server
Locate your restream server in the list and click Edit Server
Add Platform Stream Keys
You'll see separate input boxes for each platform:

Facebook Stream Key

YouTube Stream Key

Twitch Stream Key
Save Configuration
Click Save Changes to activate your restream destinations

Pro Tip: Stream to Facebook only or combine with YouTube and Twitch for maximum reach! Leave unused platform boxes empty.

Download Streaming Software

Choose your preferred encoding software - we provide both for free download!

OBS Studio

Professional streaming software perfect for events, presentations, webinars, product demos, and multi-camera setups.

Free & Open Source
Multiple camera inputs
Screen sharing
Graphics & overlays
Professional transitions

Download OBS Studio

VirtualDJ

Professional DJ software with streaming capabilities. Perfect for DJ sets, live music events, concerts, and entertainment broadcasts.

Professional DJ tools
Audio & Video mixing
Real-time effects
Music visualization
Library management

Download VirtualDJ

Configure OBS Studio (Option A)

Set up OBS Studio to stream to your Shoutcast Net restream server.

Stream Settings

Open OBS Studio
Go to Settings → Stream
Service: Select Custom...
Server: rtmp://pstnetserver[NUMBER].shoutcastnet.com/live Replace [NUMBER] with your server number
Stream Key: Paste your stream key
Click Apply

Recommended Settings for Facebook

Video Settings

Resolution: 1280x720 (720p)
FPS: 30 (recommended for Facebook)
Encoder: x264 or Hardware (NVENC/QuickSync)
Rate Control: CBR (Constant Bitrate)

Output Settings

Bitrate: 4000 kbps (720p)
Max: 6000 kbps (for Pages)
Keyframe Interval: 2 seconds
Preset: veryfast or fast
Profile: main or high

Audio Settings

Sample Rate: 48 kHz
Audio Bitrate: 128 kbps
Channels: Stereo

Facebook Live Technical Requirements

Resolution: 720p recommended (1080p supported for Pages)

Bitrate: 3000-6000 kbps (4000 kbps optimal)

Frame Rate: 30fps (smooth playback on mobile)

Audio: 128 kbps AAC stereo

Max Duration: 8 hours (profile), 24/7 (Pages with persistent key)

Protocol: RTMP or RTMPS

Ready to Go Live!

Click "Start Streaming" in OBS and your broadcast will go live on Facebook (and any other platforms you configured)!

Configure VirtualDJ (Option B)

Set up VirtualDJ to stream your DJ sets and music events to Facebook Live and other platforms.

Launch VirtualDJ
Open VirtualDJ on your computer
Open Settings
Click the Settings button (gear icon)
Navigate to Broadcast
Click Broadcast → Video Server or Audio Server
Configure Server Details

STREAM TO: OTHER

SERVER URL: rtmp://pstnetserver[NUMBER].shoutcastnet.com/live

QUALITY: 720p / 4000kbps

STREAM KEY: Your stream key
Start Broadcasting
Click START BROADCAST and close the settings window

Need detailed VirtualDJ setup? Check our comprehensive guide: VirtualDJ Video Streaming Tutorial

Manage Your Facebook Live Stream

You're streaming! Now configure your stream details and engage with your audience.

Live Producer

Monitor your stream, manage comments, view real-time reactions, and check viewer count

Open Live Producer

YouTube Studio

If also streaming to YouTube, monitor live chat and viewer analytics

Open YouTube Studio

Twitch Dashboard

If also streaming to Twitch, check stream health and chat interactions

Open Twitch Dashboard

Facebook Live Setup Checklist

Write engaging title (grab attention in News Feed)

Add description with relevant hashtags

Set privacy (Public, Friends, or Custom)

Choose category (helps discoverability)

Enable notifications to followers

Set up featured links (for product pages, websites)

Configure comment settings (filter profanity, slow mode)

Test audio and video preview before going live

Engagement Best Practices

Maximize Reach & Engagement:

Post announcement: Notify followers before going live
First 3 minutes: Most critical for algorithm boost
Respond to comments: Increases engagement signals
Ask questions: Encourage viewer interaction
Use reactions: Pin top comments, heart viewer messages

Monitor Performance:

Track peak viewer count
Watch average watch time
Monitor reactions (Like, Love, Wow, etc.)
Check comment rate and sentiment
Review share count (viral potential)

Post-Stream:

Save video to timeline (VOD)
Download for repurposing
Respond to post-live comments

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Verify server number and stream key are correct (no extra spaces)
Check RTMP URL format: rtmp://pstnetserverNUMBER.shoutcastnet.com/live
Ensure firewall allows RTMP traffic (port 1935)
Test internet upload speed (minimum 6 Mbps for 4000 kbps stream)
Restart your encoder application
Contact support if server appears inactive or suspended

Wait 15-30 seconds: Facebook needs time to recognize your stream
Stream key expired: Facebook generates new keys per live session - get a fresh one
Wrong destination: Verify you copied the key from correct Profile/Page/Group
Content violations: Check if account has streaming restrictions
Click "Go Live": In Live Producer, you must click the button after stream connects
Privacy settings: Ensure privacy allows live streaming
Mobile data: Check stream on different network/device

Lower bitrate: Try 3000 kbps or 2500 kbps
Reduce resolution: Stream at 540p (960x540) instead of 720p
Frame rate: Use 30fps (Facebook optimized for 30fps)
Encoder preset: Switch to "Veryfast" or "Ultrafast"
Network: Use wired ethernet instead of WiFi
Upload bandwidth: Close other apps using internet
ISP throttling: Check if ISP limits streaming bandwidth
Test markets: Quality may vary by viewer location

8-hour limit: Personal profiles have 8-hour max (restart stream after)
Content violation: Automated systems may stop streams for policy violations
Network instability: Check for packet loss or connection drops
Encoder crash: Monitor encoder for errors or overload
Facebook outage: Check Facebook status page for platform issues
Key expired: Generate new stream key if connection repeatedly fails
CPU overload: Reduce encoder load with lower preset/resolution

Sample rate: Set all audio to 48 kHz (Facebook requirement)
Sync offset: Settings → Advanced → Audio Sync Offset in OBS
Audio filters: Disable unnecessary audio processing plugins
Multiple sources: Avoid mixing different audio devices
Buffer size: Adjust audio buffer in encoder settings
Keyframe interval: Set to exactly 2 seconds (Facebook requirement)
Driver updates: Update audio interface drivers

Announce beforehand: Post about upcoming live stream 30+ minutes before
Enable notifications: Ensure followers get notified when you go live
Engaging title: Use attention-grabbing, clear titles with emojis
First 3 minutes: Engage immediately - algorithm prioritizes early engagement
Share link: Post live stream link to Stories, other platforms
Interact constantly: Respond to every comment to boost engagement
Optimal timing: Stream when your audience is most active
Consistency: Regular streaming schedule builds audience expectations

Need Expert Assistance?

Our support team is available 24/7 to help you succeed with Facebook Live! Contact us via live chat, email support, or submit a ticket through your control panel.

Why Restream to Facebook With Shoutcast Net?

Reach Everyone

Broadcast to Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and more simultaneously from one stream

Save Resources

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Easy Management

Simple web interface - paste stream keys and you're ready to broadcast

Real-Time Streaming

Sub-second latency for live audience interaction and engagement

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99.9% uptime guarantee with redundant infrastructure and monitoring

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No local servers needed - fully managed streaming infrastructure

Infinite Scale

Handle any audience size - from 100 to 10 million viewers effortlessly

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