Live stream your Webex meetings, webinars, or events
With live streaming services like Facebook Live, IBM Video Streaming, YouTube Live, Vbrick Rev, and any other web streaming service, you can stream Webex Meetings, Webex Webinars, or Webex Events using a Facebook account. Downloading or installing anything is not required. As a result, you will be able to reach out to a large audience. Meetings can be conducted with multiple hosts participating in a conversation and sharing a screen as a means of collaboration.
In the case of paid Meetings, Webinars, or Events plans, you can live stream a meeting if being a member of the subscription allows you to do so, and do so using the broadcasting services that support Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) and Real-Time Messaging Protocol Secure (RTMPS). Audio, video, and any other content that has been shared will be streamed live during the event.
It is necessary to have version 2.0 of the Webex video platform in order to use this feature. In order to find out which version of Webex Meetings you are using, please see Find out what version number you are using.
There is one live streaming service that you can use to stream each of your meetings or events.
There must be live streaming enabled on your Webex server by your administrator.
To access live streaming services through Webex, you will need to call the customer service department of your service provider if you subscribe to Webex through your service provider.
As part of the live streaming functionality, you cannot share a whiteboard, you cannot share a file utilizing Share File, and you cannot share a video file using Share File.
The security and privacy of Meetings, Webinars, and Events content will no longer be managed by Webex if the content is streamed to a third-party streaming solution. Information about content retention, security, and privacy can be found in the streaming service.
It is very important that you are familiar with the process of live streaming well before you intend to live stream your meeting or event so that you’re prepared for it. Sign in to the streaming service well before you intend to stream it live.
It is also possible to schedule a webinar in webcast view if you want to stream your events with Webinars. A webcast view of a webinar allows you to instantly stream the webinar for attendees to watch on their web browsers while they are attending the webinar. You can find out more about starting and managing a webcast in the Start and manage a webinar in webcast view article.
Desktop
- You can start a live stream of your meeting, webinar, or event after you have started it by going to More options , and clicking Start livestreaming .
- You can change the layout of your live stream by clicking Change streaming layouts.
It is possible to choose from the following options when you do not wish to share any content:
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Grid
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Stage
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Focus
There are a number of options that you can choose from when you are sharing content:
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Stage
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Focused content with an active speaker
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Focused content
- Then click the Apply button.
- Streaming services that you can choose from include:
If you would like to find out how to create a stream link and stream key, please click on the link.
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IBM Video Streaming—Whether it is a meeting, a classic event, or a webinar
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Facebook Live—Meetings, Events (classic), and Webinars
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Vbrick Rev—Events (classic), meetings (contemporary), and webinars (online)
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Workplace from Facebook—In addition to meetings and events (classic), webinars are also available
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Other streaming services—Using a streaming service such as YouTube Live or Periscope Producer, you can stream content via a service such as YouTube or Twitter A meeting, an event (classic), and a webinar are some of the traditional events
The video resolution of your site can be set to 1080p by your site administrator.
- In the event that you have selected Other streaming services, you will be prompted to log into your account or enter the stream link and stream key associated with your provider’s streaming service.
The instructions provided by the streaming service can be used to generate the stream link and the stream key.
- You can begin streaming from a Meeting, Event (classic), or Webinar by clicking the Start streaming button.
If you’re streaming your meeting, webinar, or event, you’ll see a Live indicator in the upper right corner of the screen indicating that you’re streaming.
- When you return to the streaming service you should see a preview of a live stream of your meeting, webinar, or event in the streaming service’s player. It is important that you make the stream live as soon as you see the preview.
- The option to change your live stream layout is available when you select Meetings, Events (classic), or Webinars from the drop-down menu. Then, click Live , click Change streaming layout , and select the layout that you would like to use.
- You can stop the live stream by going to the Meeting, Webinar, or Event that you are going to end the live stream on, selecting More options, and then selecting Stop streaming from the list of options.
Mobile
Meetings and Webinars are currently supported by live streaming from mobile devices.
- When your meeting has started, click on the More options button at the bottom of the screen
- Depending on the operating system of your phone, you can do one of the following:
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Tap on the Live Streaming option on the iPhone screen if you are using it.
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Tap Advanced > Start live streaming on your Android phone if you are using an Android device.
- Streaming services that you can choose from include:
If you would like to find out how to create a stream link and stream key, please click on the link.
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Facebook Live
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IBM Cloud Video
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Vbrick Rev
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Workplace from Facebook
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Other streaming services—In order to use a streaming service, one would have to make use of a service such as YouTube Live or Periscope Producer on Twitter.
A video resolution of up to 1080p can be set in the video settings.
- In the event that you have selected Other streaming services, you will be prompted to log into your account or enter the stream link and stream key associated with your provider’s streaming service.
The instructions provided by the streaming service can be used to generate the stream link and the stream key.
- Streaming from meetings can be started by tapping the Start streaming button.
Check the upper-left corner of your meeting to see if you have the Live indicator. This will let you know whether you are streaming.
- As soon as you return to the streaming service, you will be able to see a preview of the meeting as it is being streamed live. After you have seen the preview, you should make the stream live once you have seen it.
- During your live stream, you can choose More options, then update your meeting settings and follow the steps below in order to end it:
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The easiest way to stop streaming on an iPhone is to tap Stop Streaming, followed by Stop.
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To stop streaming on an Android phone, you will need to tap the Advanced option > Stop streaming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Webex webinar the same as an event?
In Webex Webinars (formerly known as Webex Events (new)), the ability to provide an immersive experience with lots of interaction among the participants is offered, but there is also a webcast view with limited participation and interaction among the participants, as well as many advanced features you would expect from Webex Meetings.
How do I enable live streaming on Webex?
In the right-hand panel that appears, select Meeting from the list of Services in the left-hand panel. You need to select the Webex meeting site you wish to change the privileges for under Webex Meeting Sites. There will be a section called Advanced User Settings and Tracking Codes that you can click on. The Enable Live Streaming check box can be found under the User Settings section.
How do I create a live event in Webex?
Click on Webex Events (classic) from the options on your Webex site once you are logged in. Select Host an Event from the left navigation bar, and then select Schedule an Event from the left navigation bar. Make sure you enter all of the event details, including the registration requirements, date, audio settings, as well as the names of the attendees.
What is live streaming in Webex?
We provide live streaming for Webex meetings, webinars, and events. With Facebook Live, IBM Video Streaming, YouTube Live, Vbrick Rev, and other streaming services, you can stream Webex Meetings, Webex Webinars, or Webex Events live. You don’t need to download anything or install anything. By doing so, you will be able to reach a large audience.
How do I create a webinar in Webex?
You can then schedule a webinar by logging into your Webex account. Please enter information about your webinar, such as the topic and password. When you are on a plan that supports 3000 users or more, choose whether you would like to view a webinar as a webcast.
How does a Webex event work?
Webinars can be scheduled either from the Home page of the Webex site or from the Calendar page of the Webex site by clicking the Schedule a Webinar button. It is possible for the host to invite panelists, initiate an automatic practice session, and many other features. You can also select whether you want to view webcasts or not with the 42.1 update if you have a plan that supports 3000 or more users.
What is Cisco Webex event?
The concept of virtual events. Make virtual events engaging and interactive so that attendees have a great time. Build multi-track agendas with immersive content and streaming so that attendees will have the opportunity to network and participate actively. Take a look at virtual events.
What are Webex webinars?
In Webex Webinars (formerly known as Webex Events (new)), the ability to provide an immersive experience with lots of interaction among the participants is offered, but there is also a webcast view with limited participation and interaction among the participants, as well as many advanced features you would expect from Webex Meetings.
How do Webex webinars work?
It is possible for hosts to schedule a webinar either from the home page of the Webex site or from the Calendar by clicking Schedule a webinar. In addition to inviting panelists, the host can also start a practice session automatically.
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