First stream (10 minutes)
What you’ll do
You’ll start a live stream using the app’s default setup: your phone camera + a ready-to-use scoreboard + simple controls. No advanced settings required.
10-minute first-time walkthrough
Open the app and create an account (or sign in). If you’re asked to verify your email/phone, complete that now—doing it mid-game is stressful.
When prompted, tap Allow for Camera and Microphone. This is required for live video and game audio.
Choose the quickest “start streaming” path the app presents (often labeled Go Live or Start stream). Stick with the default setup—no custom layouts, no extra devices.
If you see multiple setup choices, select the one meant for a single phone and quick start.
Select your destination (the place your stream will be published). If the app offers a default destination, use it.
If you need to connect a platform (like YouTube/Facebook) and you can’t finish it quickly, choose the simplest built-in option first so you can practice going live today.
- Video looks right: you can see the field/court and it’s not zoomed into a face in the stands.
- Audio is moving: talk near the phone—look for an audio indicator or meter if the app shows one.
- Scoreboard is present (default): if it’s enabled by default, leave it as-is for your first stream.
Use a clear title so family can find it quickly, for example:
- “U10 Tigers vs Bears — Feb 14”
- “Varsity Soccer — Home Game”
Tap Go Live and wait for the app to confirm you’re live (look for a Live indicator, timer, or viewer count).
Once you see the live indicator, keep the camera steady for 10–15 seconds—this gives your stream a clean, confident start.
Use one of these quick checks:
- On your own phone: confirm the live timer is running and the video preview is moving.
- On another device (best): open the viewer link/page and confirm picture + sound.
Keep it “default” (on purpose)
For your first stream, avoid changing settings unless something is clearly wrong. The defaults are designed to get you streaming fast with a solid, broadcast-style result.
- Leave the scoreboard style alone (you can customize later).
- Don’t chase perfection—steady video and reliable connection matter most.
- Make one improvement at a time each game (mount, framing, then scoreboard speed, then extras).
Look for a main action button on the home screen (often centered or at the bottom). If you’re in a menu or settings area, go back to the home screen.
If the app requires you to choose a destination first, complete that step and return to the start screen.
On your phone, open Settings → find the app → enable Camera and Microphone. Then fully close and reopen the app and try again.
For your very first stream, it’s okay to keep going and verify after. If you have a second device available, open the viewer link/page and confirm what viewers see.
Scoreboard setup and troubleshooting are covered in the dedicated scoreboard guides in this documentation plan.