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Upstream vs. Live247

Here’s a quick overview of how Upstream compares to Live247 to help you decide.

YouTube Verified Software Encoder

Upstream is a YouTube Verified Software Encoder - meaning your streams meet the highest technical and legal standards, guaranteed. Choose the best for your stream.

Advanced Stream Designer

Upstream’s Stream Designer can make your video playlists come alive. Embed websites & interactive elements, add images & videos, even use custom fonts!

Multistream to 10 platforms

Broadcast your content to up to 10 platforms at once - including YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, Kick, Rumble, and any RTMP destination. Maximum reach, minimal effort.

Compare Upstream & Live247

Compare features and see why Upstream is the best streaming solution for your 24/7 stream.

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Key 24/7 Streaming Features

Stream Quality
1080p / 60 fps
1080p / 30 fps
Storage
100Gb
100Gb
Free trial
No Watermark
Watermarked
Multistreaming
10 destinations
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Monetization Support
Ad Cue Points
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Stream Scheduling
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Stream Designer
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Stream Health Monitoring
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Stream Activity Graphs
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One-click streaming (YouTube Connect)
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Embed Website
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Embed Interactive Elements
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Custom Fonts
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Backup Streams
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Verified by YouTube
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Trustpilot Rating
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What sets Upstream apart

Industry leading streaming service built for 24/7 creators – more reach, more design power, more ease.

YouTube Verified

YouTube recommends Upstream on the list of Software Encoders. To become a YouTube Verified 24/7 Streaming Software – we had to go through a series of rigorous checks and processes that ensure your data is safe and being broadcast in the best possible quality.

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Embed Websites & Interactive Elements

Embed websites to add another layer of interactivity to your stream! Simply paste your URL and choose where you want the website to show up! Add real-time notifications, sub counts, donations, chat messages and other elements that motivate your community and liven up your loops!

  • Embed Your homepage, graphs, webcams, news - any embeddable website
  • Add external real-time data to your stream
  • StreamElements Widgets
  • Launch new 24/7 streams with just a few clicks
  • Chat highlights
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Multistream to 10 destinations

Mulstistreaming is one of the best ways to reach new audiences and start getting followers who simply don’t hang out on your primary streaming platform. Stream to up to 10 destinations – all you need is the RTMP/stream keys!

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One-click Streaming (YouTube Connect via API)

Connect your YouTube and Upstream accounts and start your 24/7 livestreams with one click on Upstream! This brings many benefits:

  • Stop and Start streams via Upstream Dasboard (No need to visit YouTube Studio)
  • Monitor viewer stats through Upstream
  • Use YouTube Ad Cue Points
  • Change Title, Description and Thumbnail on Upstream, on-the-fly
  • Launch new 24/7 streams with just a few clicks
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Schedule Streams

With Upstream, you can schedule your streams in advance – or even set them to repeat daily. By adding overlays and interactive elements, you create a fully automated yet dynamic live experience for your audience every day.”

  • Schedule Start and End Time and Date
  • Repeat Schedule Daily or Schedule a one-time stream
  • VOD Help: End stream in just under 12 hours
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Use Custom Fonts

Use some of our pre-loaded Google Fonts, or load up your own self hosted font via URL!

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Features that set Upstream apart

More interactivity, better integration and easier control!

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