How to Go Live on Instagram

Step 1:Sign in to Instagram

On your computer, sign in to the Instagram account you want to stream from.

Step 2:Start a Live Video

Click "+", then choose "Live video."

If you do not see Live video, your account may need to meet Instagram's Live requirements.

Step 3:Add a Title and Audience

Enter a title for your live stream, then choose the audience.

Step 4:Copy the Stream URL and Stream Key

Instagram will show a Stream URL and Stream key. Keep this page open.

Step 5:Create an Instagram Destination in Streamable

In Streamable, go to https://streamable.run/destinations and click "Add Destination > Instagram."

Paste the Stream URL and Stream key, then click "Create Destination."

Step 6:Start Streaming from Streamable

Start your Streamable server, then click "Start Stream."

Instagram changes the Stream key each time you go live. If it changes, update it from the Streamable Dashboard before you start.

Step 7:Go Live on Instagram

Return to Instagram. When the preview appears, click "Go Live." Happy streaming!