Unlike Facebook, not all TikTok accounts can go live directly on the platform. Hence, many accounts do not display the Live option while recording videos. However, worry not, as you can apply livestreaming techniques on TikTok to easily go live and stream games or anything else.
- Explore more: How to Live Stream on Facebook
Guide to Livestream Directly on TikTok via Phone
1. Requirements for Livestreaming on TikTok
- For TikTok Vietnam accounts: Account owners must be 16 years or older, with at least 1000 followers. If the account owner is over 18, they can receive virtual gifts from viewers during live sessions.
- For TikTok China (Douyin) accounts: Accounts must have at least 10,000 followers.
- For TikTok Europe accounts:
2. How to Livestream on TikTok, Go Live on TikTok via Phone
If your account meets all the requirements, you only need to follow these steps to start Live Streaming on TikTok:
Step 1: Open TikTok on your phone and log in.
Step 2: Look at the bottom of the interface and tap the '+' sign to switch to the video recording interface.
Step 3: Tap 'Live' to begin your Livestream.
Step 5: Click on 'Go Live' to start your Livestream.
3. How to Livestream on TikTok without meeting the requirements (followers)
If you don't meet the requirements mentioned above but still want to Livestream on TikTok, you need to send an email to TikTok. After TikTok approves your request, you can proceed to go Live.
Step 1: On your mobile interface, open and log in to your TikTok account.
Step 2: In the bottom right corner, click on 'Profile' (Image 1). Then, in the top right corner, click on the three horizontal lines icon (Image 2).
Step 3: Swipe the screen, find and click on 'Report an Issue' (Image 3). Then, swipe the screen again, find and click on 'Live' (Image 4).
Step 4: Click on 'Watch Live' then click on 'Other Live Issues' (Image 5). Next, click on 'Need Further Assistance' (Image 6).
Step 5: Enter the issue you want to report in the provided field and click 'Report' to submit.
From now on, all you need to do is follow this TikTok Livestream method to go Live effortlessly and effectively without encountering any issues. If you're still unsure or want to learn more about using TikTok features such as how to turn off autoplay on TikTok, using TikTok on PC, or how to watch TikTok livestream in pop-up window ..., you can visit the Mytour website or leave a comment below, and Mytour will promptly assist you.