The easiest way to stream to YouTube is by using Youtube Connect. This will allow Upstream to "connect" to YouTube - enabling you to control your stream without constantly going to Youtube Studio to start your streams.

YouTube Connect enables many actions directly from Upstream:

• Starting Streams (without copy pasting the RTMP key)
• Changing the Thumbnail
• Changing the Title
• Changing the Description
• Setting Ad Cue Points
• Stopping the Stream

1. Go to your Stream Dashboard

First, go to your Stream Dashboard (My Streams Page).

2. Click on "Create new 24/7 stream"

From here you will begin the process of creating the stream slot

3. Select "Youtube" as your Platform

4. Click on "Connect with YouTube"

4. 1. If you have already linked a previously YouTube Channel, you can select it from this list.

*This only appears if you have linked it once before, if not, you will be redirected to select a channel.

5. Choose the account and channel which you wish to stream to and accept the required permissions

6. Input the required information

Write down the information which will help your live stream to stand out, such as the stream name, its description and everything else you might need.

7 Click on "Continue with YouTube" at the bottom

8. Select the same account and channel from the selection box, and make sure to click Continue on subsequent pages.

If you've done everything according to the instructions above - your stream has been successfully created. Happy streaming!

FAQ

Can I connect different streams to different channels?

Yes! You can connect each stream slot in Upstream to a different channel, or start multiple streams on the same channel.

Can I change settings on-the-fly?

Yes, you can change any setting on the fly

Why do I have to turn on Monetization in YouTube Studio instead of directly on Upstream?

This is a YouTube Limitation. We will enable turning monetization ON and OFF via Upstream as soon as YouTube enables this option in their API.

Updated on: 02/01/2026