To go live on Kick from your phone, you cannot use the main Kick mobile app itself; you must use a third-party streaming app like Streamlabs and your unique Kick stream key.
Why you can't go live directly from the Kick mobile app
Many people assume the main Kick app has a built-in "Go Live" button for mobile streaming, but that is a common misconception. Kick's official mobile streaming path, documented in its Help Center, requires a third-party mobile streaming app such as Streamlabs, plus your Kick stream key from the Creator Dashboard. The regular Kick app is designed for watching streams, not broadcasting from your phone. To stream mobile content, you must use a separate app to capture and send your video to Kick.
What you need before you start
Before you begin, gather these essentials:
- A Kick account (created on the Kick website or app).
- The Streamlabs mobile app installed on your phone.
- A stable internet connection (Wi-Fi or strong cellular data).
How to get your Kick stream key from the Creator Dashboard
- Navigate to the Creator Dashboard. This is where you manage your stream settings.
- Find your unique stream key. It is a long string of characters specific to your account.
- Copy the stream key and keep it handy. You will paste it into Streamlabs shortly.
How to set up Streamlabs for Kick mobile streaming
- Open the Streamlabs mobile app on your phone.
- Allow Streamlabs to use your microphone and camera when prompted.
- Tap the menu symbol with three horizontal lines at the top right.
- Open Account Settings.
- Next to Custom RTMP, tap Setup.
- Enter Kick's required stream URL:
rtmps://fa723fc1b171.global-contribute.live-video.net:443/app. - Paste your copied Kick stream key into the designated field.
- Save or confirm the settings. Streamlabs is now configured to stream to Kick.
How to set your stream title and category on Kick
Stream title and category must be set on the Kick website in the Creator Dashboard before going live from mobile. Kick says those fields cannot be set inside the Streamlabs mobile app.
How to go live and stream mobile games
- In Streamlabs, choose between Camera or Screen capture. To stream mobile games, you must select Screen to capture and stream the entire phone screen.
- Once your source is selected, tap GO LIVE at the bottom of the screen.
- Your stream will start broadcasting to Kick. Interact with viewers through the chat interface in Streamlabs or by checking your Kick dashboard.
Troubleshooting common mobile streaming issues
- Black screen: Ensure you selected Screen capture (not Camera) if you want to show your phone display. Also verify that Streamlabs has permission to record your screen in your phone's settings.
- Connection errors: Double-check that you entered the exact stream URL and your stream key correctly in Custom RTMP. A typo will prevent the connection.
- Audio or video sync problems: Make sure you allowed microphone and camera permissions when Streamlabs prompted you. Restart the app if issues persist.
- No audio from mobile games: Some games require you to enable internal audio capture in Streamlabs settings. Check your app's audio source options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the regular Kick app to go live from my phone?
No. The main Kick app (KICK - Live Streaming) is for watching streams. The App Store listing for the regular KICK - Live Streaming app lists iPhone compatibility with iOS 16.4 or later. Kick's documented mobile streaming path requires a third-party app like Streamlabs and your stream key. There is a separate "KICK - Go Live" app, but it requires iOS 18.0 or later or Android 8.0 or later and is not the standard workflow for most users.
What devices are supported for mobile streaming on Kick?
Kick's Help Center does not list specific device models for mobile live streaming. The regular Kick app requires iOS 16.4 or later on iPhone. Kick's Help Center documents the KICK - Go Live app as requiring iOS 18.0 or later on iPhone and Android 8.0 or later on Android. No carrier-specific requirements are documented.
Can I change my stream title or category after going live?
Yes, you can update your stream title and category in the Kick Creator Dashboard while you are live. However, it is best to set them before starting your broadcast to avoid confusion for viewers.
Is there a difference between streaming with Camera and Screen capture?
Yes. Camera captures your phone's front or rear camera feed. Screen captures your entire phone display, which is necessary for streaming mobile games or app demonstrations.
Can I stream mobile games to Kick without a third-party app?
No. Kick says mobile games must be streamed from a third-party application, not directly from the phone alone. Using Streamlabs with Custom RTMP is the documented method.
For the wider topic, see using Twitch on mobile.
