Author: Hassan Mansoor / Source: Business 2 Community
Social media is taking the world by storm. Thanks to social media, it is easy to connect with people who share similar ideas Social media has evolved and now, there are more ways of reaching out to your audiences. This is possible with social media live streaming. However, getting started with live streaming can be a bit of a pickle to many. The express purpose of this article is to help you go through the whole process.
Choosing a topic
For a long time, live streaming platforms were limited to sports and news content. However, after the recent integration of live streaming capability on major social media platforms, this has changed altogether. We can now find streams on even sneak-peak into a new technology. When starting your journey in social media streaming, it is very important to pick the right topic which would attract a lot of viewers. Popular live streams include story time streams, event streams, and even gaming streams. Once you’ve got your topic finalized, it is time to choose among the various recommended live streaming platforms.
Live Streaming Platforms
In order to give a wider exposure to your idea, it is advised not to stick to a single live streaming platform. Each platform has its own audience which has to be utilized effectively. You need to consider important factors when selecting a live streaming platform.
We have listed some of the top live stream platforms and also given a small guide on how to set up a live stream on those platforms.
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Facebook Live
One cannot talk about live streaming without bringing up the social media giant, Facebook. The integrated live streaming capability on their platform in 2016, and it took off without any hiccup. With over a billion users worldwide, it would be ideal to give your stream the exposure it deserves. Now let us see how to set up a live stream on Facebook.
All you need is a computer with a web camera and an active internet connection for streaming live on Facebook. The option to go live is available on top of the news feed. Click on that, add a short title and description, and you are all set. Your followers get notified when you go live on Facebook. Additionally, the viewers can react and comment on your live stream which can be read…
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