Create a YouTube channel
Verify your YouTube account
Enable live streaming in YouTube Studio
Wait for live streaming access to activate if required
Open YouTube Studio
Click Create
Select Go live
Choose Webcam, Stream, or Mobile
Set your stream title
Add a description
Choose your audience settings
Select a category and thumbnail
Check your microphone and camera
Set up streaming software if using Stream
Copy your stream key from YouTube Studio
Paste the stream key into your streaming software
Configure video and audio settings
Start the stream from your software or device
Monitor chat and stream health
End the stream when finished