Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is live streaming?
Live streaming technology lets you watch, create and share videos in real time, a bit like live TV. All you need to be able to live stream is an internet enabled device, like a smart phone or tablet, and a platform (such as a website or app) to live stream from.
How does video live streaming work?
Live streaming is when the streamed video is sent over the Internet in real time, without first being recorded and stored. Today, TV broadcasts, video game streams, and social media video can all be live-streamed. In the former, the content is created beforehand, stored, and then relayed to the audience.
What is the point of live streaming?
The biggest and the most powerful advantage of live streaming is that viewers consume content on your time, and not on their time. This means that you are only engaging with people who care about you, your brand, and people that find your content extremely useful.
What do I need to live stream?
What you'll need to start live streaming: Video and audio source(s) – These are cameras, computer screens, and other image sources to be shown, as well as microphones, mixer feeds, and other sounds to be played in the stream.
What are the advantages of live streaming?
High-Quality Streams.
Greater Audience Potential.
Wide Variety of Content Use.
Ease and Convenience.
Analytics Tracking.
Customer Support.
Mobile Streaming.
Distraction-Free Streaming.
What are disadvantages of streaming?
Streaming services will cost you some money.
You may watch TV too often.
Obesity may become an issue.
You may lose contact to the real world.
Grades of your children may get worse.
Your kids may no longer play outside.
You may get the wrong feeling that you can get everything instantly.
Is streaming safe for children?
Live streaming is a great way for children to have fun and express themselves but there can be risks. This can lead to children seeing inappropriate content. Other users may post nasty comments on your videos and if you don't turn on privacy settings, strangers, including adults, may be able to watch or talk with you.
How much do live streamers make?
On average, according to Business of Apps, professional streamers with large audiences who are working a full-time 40 hour week earn between $3,000 to $5,000 a month. On top of this, the creators will earn ad revenue that can be anywhere around $250 per 100 subscribers.