How To Stream on TIKTOK using OBS and a STREAM KEY
Step-by-Step Tutorial 🚀

Want to go live on TikTok using OBS Studio? In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll learn exactly how to stream on TikTok with a stream key, including how to get a TikTok stream key, set up OBS Studio, and optimize your stream for the best quality and engagement. Whether you're a content creator, gamer, or using TikTok Live for business, this guide will help you start streaming fast.

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Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use the Aitum Vertical plugin for OBS, set it up with the OBS Virtual Camera, and stream to TikTok Live Studio.

🔧 PART 1: Setting Up Aitum Vertical in OBS

1. Download & Install Aitum Vertical

2. Enable Aitum Vertical Panel

  • Open OBS Studio.

  • Go to the top menu bar:
    View → Docks → Aitum Vertical

  • The Aitum Vertical panel will appear, typically docked on the right side.

3. Create a Vertical Scene

  • In the Aitum Vertical panel, click “+” to create a new Vertical Scene (9:16 aspect ratio).

  • Name the scene (e.g., “TikTok Live”) and hit Create.

4. Add Sources

  • Add camera, overlays, gameplay or screen share as needed.

  • Aitum Vertical allows you to reuse existing 16:9 sources and customize layout for vertical output.

  • Adjust positions for vertical framing.

📸 PART 2: Activate OBS Virtual Camera

5. Start OBS Virtual Camera

  • In the OBS main toolbar, click Start Virtual Camera.

  • This makes the OBS output available as a webcam to other apps like TikTok Live Studio.

📱 PART 3: Set Up TikTok Live Studio

6. Install TikTok Live Studio

7. Add OBS Virtual Camera

  • In TikTok Live Studio:

    • Go to Add Source → Video Capture Device.

    • Name it (e.g., “OBS Virtual Cam”).

    • In the device dropdown, select OBS Virtual Camera.

8. Configure Resolution (Optional but Recommended)

  • Set the resolution to match vertical format: 1080x1920 or 720x1280.

  • Ensure the FPS is 30 or 60, depending on your OBS settings.

9. Add Audio

  • Add an audio source (mic or OBS audio).

  • You can capture system audio via OBS and route it with tools like VB-Audio Cable if needed.

🎬 PART 4: Go Live on TikTok

10. Preview and Test

  • In TikTok Live Studio, you’ll see a preview of your OBS output.

  • Test your layout, camera framing, and audio.

11. Go Live

  • Set your title, cover, and category.

  • Click “Go Live” when ready!

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