How to Stream on KICK & Perfect OBS Settings For KICK

0h 08m video Published Jun 10, 2026 Transcribed Jul 17, 2026 C CJN GAMING

Beginner 4 min read For: Beginner streamers looking to start streaming on Kick using OBS.

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This tutorial explains how to set up streaming on Kick using OBS, covering server URL, stream key, and optimal encoder settings for high-quality broadcasts.

Chapters

1 Introduction and Kick Dashboard 00:21 2 OBS Setup and Output Settings 01:34 3 Video and Stream Configuration 04:04 4 Final Steps and Multi-Streaming 06:21

[00:21]

Getting Started with Kick Streaming

To stream on Kick, you need a Kick account, a custom server URL, and a stream key. The video demonstrates how to access these from the Kick dashboard.

[01:04]

Kick Recommended Settings

Kick supports a bitrate of 8000 kbps and 1080p resolution. The stream automatically disconnects if settings are not configured correctly.

[01:34]

Accessing Stream URL and Key

From the Kick creator dashboard, navigate to the stream page. On the left side, you'll find options including stream URL and key, revenue, achievements, and studio.

[02:01]

Choosing Streaming Software

The video recommends using OBS Studio or Streamlabs. OBS is free and widely used for streaming.

[02:34]

OBS Output Settings

In OBS settings, go to Output. Choose 'Simple' or 'Advanced'. For advanced, set encoder to Nvidia H.264 (if using Nvidia GPU) or x264 (CPU).

[03:37]

Bitrate and Keyframe Settings

Set bitrate to 8000 kbps. Keyframe interval should be 2 seconds. Preset: 'slower' for better quality. Tuning: 'zero latency' or 'ultra low latency'.

[04:04]

Additional Encoder Settings

Profile: 'main'. B-frames: 2. Ensure internet upload speed is at least 10 Mbps for stable streaming.

[05:07]

Video Settings in OBS

Set base (canvas) resolution to your monitor's native resolution (e.g., 1080p, 2K, 4K). Output (scaled) resolution should be 1920x1080 for Kick.

[06:21]

Configuring Stream Tab

In OBS, go to Settings > Stream. Choose 'Custom' service. Enter the server URL and stream key from Kick dashboard.

[07:19]

Multi-Streaming and Monetization

Kick allows multi-streaming to other platforms. Enable monetization if you are a partner. The video also mentions streaming to YouTube Shorts in vertical format.

By following these steps and using the recommended OBS settings, you can start streaming on Kick with optimal quality and minimal latency.

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Tutorial Checklist

1 00:21 Create a Kick account and navigate to the creator dashboard to get your stream URL and key.

2 02:01 Download and install OBS Studio (or Streamlabs).

3 02:34 Open OBS Settings > Output. Set mode to Advanced. Choose encoder: Nvidia H.264 (GPU) or x264 (CPU).

4 03:37 Set bitrate to 8000 kbps, keyframe interval to 2 seconds, preset to 'slower', tuning to 'zero latency'.

5 04:04 Set profile to 'main', B-frames to 2. Ensure upload speed is at least 10 Mbps.

6 05:07 Go to Settings > Video. Set base resolution to your monitor's native resolution. Set output resolution to 1920x1080.

7 06:21 Go to Settings > Stream. Select 'Custom' service. Enter the server URL and stream key from Kick.

8 07:19 Optionally enable multi-streaming or monetization if available.

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What bitrate does Kick recommend for streaming?

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8000 kbps