Streaming on Blaze is fast and simple. This guide walks you through everything you need to go live using OBS.

1. Create Your Stream Key

Before you open OBS, you need to generate your Blaze stream key.
  1. Log in at https://blaze.stream
  2. Open your Streamer Dashboard and Settings tab: https://blaze.stream/stream-settings/stream-key
  3. Click “Create Stream Key”
    (If you already have one, you'll see your URL and key)
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  4. Copy your:
    • Stream URL
    • Stream Key
⚠️ Keep your stream key private. Anyone with this key can stream on your channel.

2. Set Up OBS for Blaze

Blaze uses standard RTMP input, so you can stream from any version of OBS.

In OBS:

  1. Go to Settings → Stream
  2. Set Service → Custom…
  3. Paste your Stream URL into the Server field
  4. Paste your Stream Key into the Stream Key field
  5. Hit Apply and OK
Your OBS is now connected to Blaze.

3. Recommended OBS Settings

Stream Quality Profiles & Output Limits

Required Encoder Settings
Your encoder must follow these limits to avoid playback issues and ensure smooth delivery:
  • Maximum Video Bitrate: 3500 kbps
  • Frame Rate: 30-60 FPS
  • Resolution: 720p or 1080p
Important: Do not exceed 3500 kbps or 30/60fps FPS. Higher settings may lead to buffering or dropped frames for viewers.
More info: https://help.blaze.stream/en/articles/13256362-stream-quality-output-settings-on-blaze

4. Go Live

Once OBS is set up:
  1. Click Start Streaming in OBS
  2. Wait 5–10 seconds
  3. Visit your Blaze channel → your stream will appear automatically
  4. Click Edit Channel Info and fill your:
    • Title
    • Category
    • Language
  5. Hit Save
You’re live. 🔥

5. Managing Your Stream

Inside your Blaze Streamer Dashboard you can:
  • View real-time chat
  • Track subscribers and tippers
  • Monitor stream health (bitrate, stability, latency)
Your VOD will be saved automatically if you have VODs enabled.

6. Ending the Stream

When you’re done:
  1. Click Stop Streaming in OBS
  2. Your Blaze stream will end instantly
  3. The VOD will appear on your profile shortly after

7. Common Issues

Stream not appearing?
  • Make sure your Stream Key and URL match exactly
  • Check you’re actually sending data (OBS bottom-right bitrate indicator)
  • Restart OBS after resetting your stream key