How to Livestream inside Workmates?
Users can now create and host live streams directly in the Workmates app. A livestream works similarly to a regular post and can either start immediately or be scheduled for a future time.
Create a Live Stream
- Go to the Feed or specific Channel in the Workmates app.
- Open the post creation box.
- Select Live to open the livestream setup interface.
Add Stream Details
Before starting the livestream, you can configure the following:
- Title – Add a title for the livestream. *required
- Description – Provide additional information about the stream.
- Channel selection – Choose the Workmates channel where the livestream will appear.
This information will be displayed on the livestream post.
Configure Camera and Microphone
Hosts can control their streaming equipment before and during the livestream.
Available controls include:
- Camera – Turn the camera on or off.
- Microphone – Enable or disable audio.
- Chat – Access and interact with the live chat.
Enable or Disable Chat
You can control whether participants are able to chat during the livestream.
- Chat enabled – Participants can send messages during the stream.
- Chat disabled – Participants cannot send messages.
Schedule the Live Stream (Optional)
A livestream can either start immediately or be scheduled for a later time.
- Enable Schedule Live.
- Select the date and time for the stream.
- Confirm the schedule.
Once scheduled, the livestream will appear as an upcoming event in the selected channel.
Notification Options
Users can receive email or push notifications related to the livestream.
Notifications can be sent:
- When the livestream is scheduled
- 1 hour before the stream starts
- When the livestream begins
This helps ensure participants don’t miss the event.
Countdown Before the Stream Starts
When the host starts the livestream, a countdown timer appears before the broadcast begins.
- Allows the host to prepare before going live
- Indicates to participants that the livestream is about to begin
- Once the countdown finishes, the livestream starts automatically
Start the Livestream
After configuring the stream:
- Click Go Live to start immediately
- Or click Schedule Live if the stream is planned for a future time
After the Livestream Ends
When the livestream finishes:
- The recording can be published as a post in the selected Workmates channel
- Users who missed the stream can watch it later
If commenting is enabled, users can leave comments under the livestream post.