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Hey there! We’re experiencing a high volume of emails at this time and our response times are slower than usual. In the meantime, we’ve put together a list of common questions to help. We appreciate your patience.

  1. Bandcamp Help Center
  2. Artists & Labels
  3. Live streaming for artists

  1. Bandcamp Help Center
  2. Artists & Labels
  3. Live streaming for artists

Live streaming for artists

  • What do I need to live stream on Bandcamp?
  • What software do I need to run a live stream?
  • How do I run a live stream on Bandcamp using OBS?
  • How do I test my live stream?
  • How do I start my live stream?
  • Can I upload a pre-recorded show instead of a live stream?
  • What happens when my live stream is over?
  • Do I need a moderator for my live stream?
  • How should I promote my live stream?
  • Can I turn off chat for my live stream?
  • What are the best audio and video settings for live streaming?
  • My internet connection is fast and stable, but my live stream is choppy when testing. Why?
  • How do I live stream on Bandcamp using Zoom?
  • I want to live stream using Larix. What settings should I use?
  • When live streaming on StreamYard, audio seems tinny or low quality. Can I fix this?
  • Can anyone view my live stream?
  • Can I sell merch during my live stream?
  • I bundled a digital album with my live stream ticket. Will those sales still be reported to charting agencies?
  • Do my followers get notified when I start live streaming?
  • How should I price my live stream?
  • Can I reschedule or cancel a live stream?
  • I’m an established artist considering doing a live show on Bandcamp. Do you offer up-front payments?
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