Your live stream does not have to disappear when the event ends. Recording it and offering on-demand replay extends your earning window and lets viewers who missed the live event catch up later. Here is how to set it up.
Platform-side recording
Most streaming platforms automatically record your live stream and convert it into a video-on-demand file when the event ends. This is the simplest approach because it requires no extra setup on your end. The recording is stored in the cloud and available for replay immediately.
Check your platform settings to make sure recording is enabled before you go live. Some platforms make this the default; others require you to turn it on.
Local recording as backup
OBS Studio can record locally to your hard drive while streaming simultaneously. This gives you a backup copy that is independent of the platform, and it is often higher quality because it is not compressed for upload.
Enable local recording in OBS under Settings, then Output. Choose MKV as the format (it is more resilient to crashes than MP4) and select a location with plenty of free disk space. A two-hour stream at 1080p uses roughly 5 to 10 GB.
Selling replay access
Many platforms let you set a separate price for on-demand replay. This is typically lower than the live ticket, somewhere between 50% and 75% of the live price. Viewers who could not watch live appreciate the option.
Replay access can be time-limited (for example, available for 48 hours after purchase) or permanent. Time-limited access creates urgency and encourages faster purchases.
Earn twice from every event
PassCast automatically converts your live stream into an on-demand replay. Set a replay price and keep earning long after the final whistle.
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