Restream

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Restream, answered by our editorial team.

Is Restream free?

Yes, the free tier supports streaming to 2 simultaneous destinations; the Standard plan ($19/month) raises that to 5 destinations and adds custom branding.

Why would a creator stream to multiple platforms at once?

Each platform (Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn) has its own distinct audience that doesn't fully overlap, so streaming to just one platform means leaving potential viewers on other platforms entirely unreached — multistreaming lets creators maximize total reach without needing to choose just one platform or manually run separate redundant streams.

Does Restream require separate streaming software?

Restream includes a browser-based studio for basic multi-guest stream management, removing the need for separate desktop streaming software like OBS for simpler setups, though more advanced or customized streaming workflows may still benefit from pairing Restream with dedicated streaming software.

Does streaming to more platforms use more bandwidth?

Yes, encoding and bandwidth requirements increase with each additional simultaneous destination, which is worth factoring into internet connection requirements, particularly for creators streaming to several platforms at once at higher quality settings.

Is Restream good for podcasters doing video?

Yes, podcasters increasingly streaming video versions of their show benefit from Restream's ability to simultaneously broadcast to platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook, reaching audiences across all of them from one recording session rather than managing separate uploads.

How many platforms can Restream stream to?

The free tier supports 2 simultaneous destinations, while the Standard tier supports up to 5, covering most creators' realistic multistreaming needs across the major platforms relevant to their specific content and audience.

Is Restream good for growing an audience across platforms?

Yes, this is one of its core strategic benefits — rather than betting entirely on one platform's algorithm changes or policy shifts, creators using Restream build presence and audience across multiple platforms simultaneously, providing more resilience and broader total reach.

Is there a free or open-source alternative to Restream?

Yes. OBS Studio is a free, open-source alternative to Restream that covers most of the same core use cases at no licensing cost. See our full comparison below for feature-by-feature differences before switching.

What is a referral bonus on Kreemhunt?

A referral bonus is an incentive — like bonus credit, a discount, or extra features — that a software vendor offers when someone signs up through a referral link or code instead of going to the product directly. Kreemhunt tracks which of the tools we cover currently have an active referral arrangement, like Restream, so you don't have to hunt for one yourself.

Does Restream currently have a referral code or link?

Not at the moment. Kreemhunt doesn't have a tracked referral code or link for Restream right now — this page will update automatically if one becomes available, so it's worth checking back before you sign up.

Does using a referral link cost me anything extra?

No. Using a referral link or code to sign up for Restream costs the same as signing up directly — in most cases referral programs are designed so the new user gets a bonus and the referrer gets a reward, with no markup passed on to you.

How do I claim Restream's referral bonus?

There's no active referral bonus for Restream tracked on Kreemhunt right now. Once one becomes available, it'll appear in the referral box on this page along with instructions for claiming it.