How to Schedule a Live Stream

Learn How to Schedule a Live Stream to go Live Now or in the Future

Step-By-Step (Text Only)

Ways to Start a Live Stream

Option 1: From Creator Shortcuts – Select “Schedule Live Stream” from Dashboard

Option 2: From Your Feed – Click the red LIVE button.

Both options open the same live stream creation screen. No features are missing if you choose one over the other.

Set Up Your Live Stream

Once you’ve started creating your live stream, follow the steps below.

1. Add Your Live Stream Details
– Enter a Title for your live stream
– Add a Description so members know what to expect
– Click the Cover Image area to upload or change your cover photo
Your cover image appears in the home feed and emails, so choose something clear and eye-catching.

2. Choose When You’re Going Live
– Select Go Live Now or Schedule for Later
– If scheduling for later, click the Schedule Date & Time field and choose your event date and time
Scheduled Live Streams will appear in your feed ahead of time so members can plan to attend.

3. Choose Your Live Stream Format
– Select Standard Live Stream or Zoom-Style Virtual Meetup
– Choose where you’ll be streaming from: Computer or Phone
Zoom-style meetups are best for interactive conversations, while standard live streams work well for performances or announcements.

Set Access & Pricing

If you plan to notify members by email, notifications must be enabled and customized before your final action. The timing depends on which access type you choose.

Option A: By Tier
1. Select By Tier
2. Optional: Enable Notify All Members and click Customize Email
3. Click Create
4. Choose Who Has Access – Select a specific tier or Choose Everyone to include all members
5. Click Post to finalize
Selecting Everyone includes both free and paid members.

Option B: Paid (Fixed Price)
1. Select Paid
2. Enter the amount you want to charge
3. Optional: Enable Notify All Members and click Customize Email
4. Click Create to post
Paid Live Streams are great for exclusive events, workshops, or special performances.

Option C: Pay What You Can
1. Select Pay What You Can Afford
2. Optional: Enable Notify All Members and click Customize Email
3. Click Create to post
PWYC lets members choose what they’re able to contribute while still accessing the stream.

Notify Your Members by Email (Optional)
You can notify members about your live stream by sending a custom email at the time you create it. When enabled, you’ll be able to:
– Customize the email subject
– Edit the email message body
Important: Email notifications must be enabled and customized during setup (timing varies by access type). After creating, notification emails can’t be edited.

Final Step
Once created:
– Your live stream will be posted to your Home Feed
– Members will see access details and scheduled time
– Email notifications (if enabled) will be sent automatically