Fixing the Disappearance of Facebook Live Stream Button on iPhone

The missing live stream button on Facebook for iPhone or iPad can result from various issues, temporary glitches, or software errors on your device. In this article, Mytour will guide you through some methods to restore the live stream button.

How to Enable the Facebook LiveStream Button on iPhone Again

Fixing Facebook Issue on iPhone with Missing Live Stream Button

Method 1: Check if Live Stream is Blocked

Due to Facebook's privacy and operational policies, some accounts may be blocked from Livestreaming. Therefore, you need to check these conditions beforehand. If blocked, you can refer to the unblocking method here.

Explore more: How to unblock Facebook livestream

Method 2: Old Facebook Version without Live Stream Button

For this issue, you need to check if you have the latest version updated. Alternatively, you can download the latest version through the link below to enable live streaming. => Download Facebook for Android
=> Download Facebook for iPhone

Method 3: Log out and log back in to Facebook

The missing live stream button on Facebook for iPhone or iPad might be due to temporary glitches. Therefore, the simplest way to recover this Live button is to try logging out and logging back into Facebook several times.

Step 1: Firstly, on the Facebook app window, locate and tap the 3 horizontal lines icon situated at the bottom right corner of the screen.

Step 2: On the displayed menu, scroll down and select Logout to log out of your account.

Step 3: Next, press the Home button twice to open the multitasking window, then swipe the app card from bottom to top to completely close Facebook.

Step 4: Finally, open Facebook, log back into your account, and check if the Live Stream button has reappeared.

Method 4: Your Account Doesn't Have LiveStream Button

This is a special case, so if the above methods don't work, you need to report it to the helpline or Facebook administrators to get it resolved.

Explore more: Facebook helpline phone number
 

2. Fixing Unable to Live Stream on Facebook for iPhone

Method 1: Check Internet Connection

One of the main culprits causing the inability to live stream on Facebook for iPhone could be unstable network connectivity or possibly due to VPN apps installed on your device causing interference.

Try switching to using mobile data or personal Wifi and attempt to live stream on Facebook again to see if the issue persists.

If the Facebook live stream error persists, try uninstalling the VPN app you installed to see if it helps resolve the issue.

- On iOS 14:

Step 1: First, locate and long-press on the VPN app icon you want to uninstall.
Step 2: On the displayed menu, select Remove App to delete the app.
Step 3: In the next window, choose Delete App  =>Delete to confirm the action.

- On iOS 13:

Step 1: On the Home Screen, locate and long-press on the VPN app icon, then select Rearrange Apps on the displayed menu.

Step 2: Now, on the app icon, you'll see a small X symbol. Tap the X on the VPN app to delete it.
Step 3: Select Delete to confirm your action.

- On iOS 12 and older versions:

The steps to uninstall an app on iOS 12 and older versions are much simpler compared to iOS 13 and iOS 14.

Step 1: On the Home Screen, find and long-press the VPN app icon until the X symbol appears on the screen.
Step 2: Tap the X symbol to delete the app. On the displayed menu, select Delete to confirm the action.

Method 2: Allow Facebook access to microphone and camera

During the first installation and app launch, Facebook will request access to the microphone and camera. If skipped, the app cannot access the microphone, camera, and cannot perform live streaming.

To grant permission for Facebook to access the microphone and camera, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Open the Settings app =>Privacy =>Camera, and toggle the switch next to Facebook to allow the app access and use of the camera.

Step 2: Similarly, open Settings =>Privacy =>Microphone, and toggle the switch next to Facebook to allow access and use of the microphone.
Step 3: Finally, try opening and live streaming on Facebook again to see if it works.

How long does a Facebook livestream block last? This is a question many people are concerned about. You can find detailed information in Mytour's previous article.

• Explore more: How long does a Facebook livestream block last

Method 3: Reset all settings

*Note: Make sure to back up your data before resetting settings to avoid data loss.

Resetting all settings is the ideal solution to resolve software-related issues and compatibility errors with iOS. This action will reset all iPhone settings to their default state, including Bluetooth, WiFi, etc., but it won't delete data such as contacts, messages, photos, videos, etc.

All you need to do is open the Settings app =>Reset =>Reset All Settings => enter your passcode when prompted. Your iPhone will restart several times during the reset process.

After the process is complete, reopen Facebook and start your live stream. At this point, the error or issue will no longer persist.

Here are some methods to fix the missing Live Stream button on Facebook for iPhone and how to troubleshoot live streaming issues on the platform.

In addition, if you encounter the issue of no sound during Facebook LiveStream on iPhone, you can refer to the guide below and follow the steps.

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