2 Easy Ways to Go Live Together on YouTube Mobile

Going live on YouTube from your mobile is a great way to engage with your audience in real-time. But what if you want to go live with someone who isn't with you physically? In this article, we will explore two methods to go live together on YouTube using your mobile device.

YouTube's Go Live Together Feature vs Third-Party Options

YouTube offers a native feature called “Go Live Together” that allows you to stream with another person remotely. However, it has some limitations. You can only have two participants, the layout is vertical, and it's only available on the mobile app. On the other hand, third-party services like StreamYard provide more flexibility and features.

YouTube's Go Live Together Pros:

• Works natively in the YouTube Mobile app
• Can invite anyone with a YouTube account
• Low latency and good quality
• Completely free to use

YouTube's Go Live Together Cons:

• Only allows two people to stream together
• Works only on the mobile app
• Only supports vertical layout, not suitable for desktop viewers
• Fewer features compared to third-party options

To overcome these limitations, you can use StreamYard, a popular third-party app that offers more options and customization even in its free version. It works on both mobile and desktop platforms and is easy to use.

StreamYard Pros:

• Multistream allows you to stream to multiple platforms at once
• Works on both mobile and desktop
• Offers options to customize such as editing layout
• Allows up to 6 on-screen participants in the free plan

StreamYard Cons:

• Streaming time is limited to 20 hours per month in the free version
• Watermark on the bottom right corner of the screen
• Resolution is capped at 720p in the free version

How to Go Live Together on YouTube Mobile App

If you don't mind the limitations of YouTube's native option, it is the easiest and completely free method to go live together on YouTube using your mobile app.

1. Open the YouTube app on your mobile and tap on the plus icon in the bottom bar.
2. In the menu that appears, tap on the “Go Live” option.
3. Enter the title, change visibility, description, and other details for your live stream.
4. Enable the “Go live together” option and tap on Next.
5. On the next page, copy the invitation link and share it with the person you want to go live with.
6. Wait for the person to join your live stream using the YouTube mobile app.

How to Go Live Together on YouTube with StreamYard

If you prefer more features and customization options, you can use StreamYard to go live together on YouTube.

1. Visit the StreamYard website and create an account using your email.
2. Verify your email address by entering the verification code sent by StreamYard.
3. Once logged in, tap on the Create button at the bottom of the dashboard.
4. Select the “Live stream” option on the next page.
5. Add your YouTube channel as the destination for your live stream.
6. Grant permission for StreamYard to live stream on your YouTube channel.
7. After adding the YouTube channel, it will be saved for future streams.
8. Enter the details for your live stream and tap on “Create Broadcast.”
9. Check your microphone and camera settings before entering the studio.
10. Once everything is set, enter the studio.
11. Invite other participants by tapping on the “Guests” option and selecting “Invite Guests.”
12. Share the provided link with anyone you want to join your live stream.
13. Once everyone is added, tap on the “Go live” button to start streaming together on YouTube.

Unfortunately, there are no popular apps that allow live streaming together on YouTube. Third-party services often lock this feature under their paid plans. However, by using YouTube's native option or StreamYard, you can still go live together using your mobile device.

So, whether you want a simple and free solution or more advanced features, you can choose the method that suits your needs and start going live together on YouTube.