9 Ways To Stream On TikTok LIVE With a PC or Mac In 2025

Here's a complete guide on every method for streaming from your PC or Mac to TikTok LIVE.

1. Unlocking Your TikTok LIVE Stream Key

To start streaming using OBS, Streamlabs, or Meld Studio, you'll first need a TikTok LIVE stream key.

• Join a free-to-join Creator Network (agency).

• Find my verified list of trusted agencies here.

2. Recommended Streaming Software

OBS Studio

• Highly versatile, ideal with plugins:

  • Aitum Vertical: Enables landscape and vertical streaming simultaneously.

  • Aitum Multistream: For easy multi-platform streaming.

• Both plugins are free.

• Full tutorial here.

Meld Studio

• Easy setup without needing plugins.

• Ideal for beginners.

• Full tutorial here.

Streamlabs Desktop

• Simple setup with built-in overlays.

• Recommended: Dual-output mode (landscape + vertical).

• Streamlabs Ultra free trial.

• Full tutorial here.

3. TikTok LIVE Studio (PC & Mac)

Windows Users:

• Download via LIVE Studio.

• No access? Apply via Falcon application.

• Agencies can also assist with access.

• Full tutorial here.

Mac Users:

• Beta-testing now underway. Apply here.

• General release expected after August 1, 2025.

4. Streamlabs Desktop Application

• Directly stream using Streamlabs application.

• Access via this application page.

5. Browser-Based Streaming (Restream)

• Compatible with PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, tablets.

• Built-in TikTok LIVE integration.

• Detailed Restream guide here.

• Affiliate link: Get $10 off Restream.

6. StreamElements SE.Live Plugin (Alternative)

• Enables TikTok streaming without a stream key.

• Easier setup but less polished than Aitum plugins.

• Full tutorial here.

7. Caution: Unofficial Stream Key Generation

• GitHub method uses Streamlabs API (potential TOS violation).

• Not recommended due to risk.

8. Backup Method: Mobile Screen Sharing

• In-app "Mobile Gaming" shares your phone’s screen.

• Stream from Twitch, Kick, or YouTube, and share via TikTok LIVE as a backup.

9. Enhancing Your Stream with Alerts

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For customised alerts, use TikFinity. Check my detailed guide.

By following these methods, you’ll have everything needed for a professional TikTok LIVE stream!

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Useful Links

Stream Key (List of agencies) ►► https://toktutorials.com/stream-key

OBS Studio ►► https://obsproject.com/

Aitum Vertical ►► https://aitum.tv/products/vertical

Aitum Multi ►► https://aitum.tv/products/multi

Full Aitum/OBS tutorial ►► https://youtu.be/lgcwYqRt4xY

Meld Studio ►► https://meldstudio.co/

Full Meld tutorial ►► https://youtu.be/TyIfmjN8dPg

Streamlabs Desktop ►► https://streamlabs.com/

Streamlabs Ultra free trial (Affiliate) ►► https://geni.us/streamlabsultra

Streamlabs application ►► https://toktutorials.com/streamlabs-application

Full Streamlabs tutorial ►► https://youtu.be/X0NIyjI1HS0

LIVE Studio ►► https://www.tiktok.com/studio/download

Falcon application ►► https://www.toktutorials.com/falcon/

Mac beta testing ►► https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe65eUaL40C6__wklxMeqRaPBOh16JMRVfB99sZ-z7ntH-biA/viewform

List of agencies ►► https://www.toktutorials.com/list-of-agencies

Full LIVE Studio tutorial ►► https://youtu.be/IinmBG4MtSg

Restream - $10 off any paid plan (affiliate) ►► geni.us/harryrestream

Restream application ►► toktutorials.com/restream

Full Restream tutorial ►► https://youtu.be/VXS1JSw-WHw

StreamElements SE Live ►► https://streamelements.com/selive

Full SE Live tutorial ►► https://youtu.be/t3JJjTnub2s

Thanks for reading!

Harry

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