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How to Stream YouTube on Discord

Updated on:
June 9, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to share a YouTube video live in a Discord voice channel.

Quick summary

You can stream YouTube videos on Discord by using the built-in screen share feature inside any voice channel. This method lets all voice channel members watch and hear the video in real time without any third-party tools.


Steps

  1. Open the Discord desktop app and join a voice channel by clicking its name in the left sidebar.
  2. Click the Share Your Screen button in the voice control panel at the bottom of the screen.
  3. In the screen share panel, select the Application Window tab and choose your browser from the list of open applications.
  4. Go to youtube.com and open the video you want to play in Discord.
  5. Press play on the video — Discord voice channel members will see and hear it in real time through your stream.
  6. To stop, return to Discord and click the Stop Streaming button in the voice control panel.

📌 Why this matters

Streaming YouTube on Discord lets friends, gaming groups, and communities watch videos together in real time without leaving the platform they already use. Discord's built-in screen share feature requires no extra software, making it the fastest way to host a watch party inside a voice channel. This capability is especially valuable for remote communities who want a shared viewing experience alongside live voice chat. Understanding the exact steps removes friction and helps users get their watch party started in under a minute.
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