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#1 tool for live streaming pre-recorded videos on YouTube or any platform. Easily schedule live streams & broadcast playlists or loops – go live without the stress of live production. Free Trial!

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Pre-recorded Live Streaming

Upload pre-recorded video or audio files, set up your playlist options (loop, shuffle, overlays) and start now or schedule live stream for later with our dedicated streaming servers.

Drag & Drop Stream Builder

Set playlist rules like looping & shuffle. Add stream overlays. Go live, and update everything on-the-go, no need to stop or restart the stream.

YouTube Verified Software Encoder

Our stable dedicated streaming servers and powerful web-app are verified by YouTube. Give your stream the best chance. Enjoy the peace of mind. No downloads or installations.

Record videos at your own time, stream at the right time.

Use Upstream to build and schedule live streams in advance with pre-recorded videos and remove the stress from live streaming. Reliable, dedicated streaming servers included, no technical knowledge required.

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Focus on your content, instead of worrying about the technical setup.

Turn your pre-recorded videos into rich live streams and free up time for the interaction with your audience. With our Cloud-Based Streaming Software the stream doesn’t depend on your computer & internet connection.

Upload, Schedule & Go Live

Live Stream Pre-recorded Videos in 3 Easy Steps

1

Upload Pre-Recorded Videos

Drag and drop your videos and audio files & set up looping live stream playlists. Your files are secure and backed up on Upstream’s servers. 100 GB Storage per Stream (150 GB for 4K Streams)

2

Set up playback & Overlays

Design your stream with a drag-and-drop interface. Embed interactive stream overlays, widgets and whole websites. Set up video looping & schedule branded inserts like ads, stings and jingles.

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Schedule for later or Go LIVE Instantly

Enter your platform RTMP Stream Keys or use our YouTube Connect (Secure API Connection) to Live Stream to YouTube with one click. Your stream starts at your selected time, and runs from Upstream's servers. Your computer - off.

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Hear first-hand from our incredible community of streamers

Expanded my reach 10x literally

Since going live with Upstream my stream got 10k views off an account with 900 followers. I just upgraded my plan so that i could add a 2nd stream because the account growth has been amazing.

Marc Ryan

Easy to Use Web-based Interface

With 100GB storage (150 for 4k streams) you get your dedicated cloud-storage with multiple backups. Super-fast uploads, with servers in US, Europe and Asia to choose from.

Best-in-Class Stream Designer

Add Stream Overlays with a drag-and-drop, Canva-like interface. Layer in your branded graphics or audio jingles, set up custom playback rules, and make your stream more dynamic.

Loop Video & Audio Playlists

Upstream has separate audio and video playlists. Simply upload your files, set up your background and overlays, and start streaming to YouTube, Twitch or Kick. Change your content any time, on-the-fly.

Advanced Streaming Features

Upstream is designed for easy pre-recorded video streaming. Beyond the basics, you get access to a full Suite of features to help you set up dynamic streams with pre-recorded content:

Live Stream Pre-recorded Videos & Grow

Live Streaming is one of the quickest ways to grow your channel

01 400% Increase in watch time
02 210% Increase in views
03 694% Increase in revenue

Pricing

Simple pricing, powerful features

Pro Up to 47% off

Need something custom?

We scale with you — 3, 5, or 100 stream plans available in your account.

Start Your Free Trial Now Contact us to discuss your custom requirements or mix and match plans.

Multistream to any social platform

Stream live to YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, Kick, Rumble, and any RTMP destination, all at the same time. Reach entirely new audience whatever platform they prefer to watch, with support for up to 10 platforms simultaneously.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

about Pre-recorded Live Streaming

Yes, after uploading your videos and scheduling your stream, you can turn your computer off. The stream will start on its own, at the time you chose. The stream stays running from our dedicated cloud streaming servers.

Yes, you can get a free 24 hour trial by signing up here. The trial is fully functional and you can try all the features. No limitations, no watermarks.

Yes – you can simultaneously multistream to 10 RTMP destinations, from each streaming slot in your Upstream plan. Multistreaming (simulcasting) comes with all plans, at no additional cost.

No, there are no bandwidth limits. There is no threshold where you have to pay more. You get to stream 24/7, with all paid plans.

Yes – you can add stream overlays like layers of logos, images, videos or embedded websites or even trigger branded video stings and audio jingles at appropriate times. Make your stream a rich, engaging experience, beyond setting up video loops & playlists.

Yes – running livestreams with pre-recorded videos is perfectly legal on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook and other streaming and social media platforms. YouTube even gave a spotlight to pre-recorded and 24/7 streaming during LiveCon 2025 – further recognising these streaming formats.

1 slot only means you can stream 1 stream at the same time. This means you can stop streams, and start new ones whenever you’d like to. There is no limit on how many scheduled live streams you can start with 1 stream slot, as long as you keep starting and stopping the streams.

Yes – many Upstream users keep a regular daily, weekly or monthly schedules. The scheduling of live streams is completely flexible, and there are no limitations.

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