Quick summary
Enabling YouTube live streaming requires verifying your channel in YouTube Studio and configuring your stream settings before going live. Once verified, you can launch a live stream in minutes directly from the Create menu.
Steps
- Sign in to YouTube Studio at studio.youtube.com.
- Go to Settings > Channel > Feature eligibility and confirm live streaming is available.
- If not yet verified, follow the on-screen steps to verify your account via phone.
- Once eligible, click Create > Go live in the top right corner.
- Enter your stream title and description.
- Set the type of Audience, then click Next.
- Set the visibility (Private, Unlisted, or Public), then click Done.
