Stream on TokeHead — Your Stage, Your Rules

Three ways to go live — from instant browser streaming to professional studio quality. Find the setup that works for you.

Choose your streaming path
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Quick Live
All Accounts — Free

Go live instantly from any browser on any device. No downloads, no setup. Perfect for casual streams, quick updates, and getting started.

Best for: Phone, tablet, laptop, any device
Quality: HD (720p)
Setup time: Under 60 seconds
Start Quick Live
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Pro Stream
Community & Creator

Professional quality streaming with OBS Studio. Multiple camera angles, overlays, scenes, and full creative control. The choice of serious content creators.

Best for: Desktop or laptop computer
Quality: Up to 1080p HD
Setup time: 15 minutes first time, instant after
Set Up Pro Stream
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Phone as Pro Camera
Community & Creator

Use your iPhone or Android as a professional HD camera source for OBS. Get studio-quality video from the camera already in your pocket — no expensive webcam needed.

Best for: Creators who want pro quality using their phone
Quality: Up to 1080p HD

Requires OBS + Camo app (free)

See Setup Guide
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iPad Studio
Community & Creator

Stream directly from your iPad with Camo Studio for iPad. Create scenes, add overlays, switch cameras, and stream to TokeHead — all from one app, no computer needed.

Best for: iPad users wanting a standalone pro streaming setup
Quality: Up to 1080p HD
See Setup Guide

🎥 Quick Live Setup

Quick Live lets you broadcast from your browser in under a minute. No apps to install, works on any device with a camera.

  1. Create your TokeHead account — Sign up free at tokehead.com/signup. Quick Live is available on all accounts.
  2. Go to your Live page — Visit tokehead.com/live and click the Go Live tab.
  3. Select Quick Live — Click the Quick Live card at the top of the Go Live section.
  4. Allow camera and microphone when your browser prompts you. This is required to stream.
  5. Enter a stream title — Give your stream a descriptive title so viewers know what to expect.
  6. Click “Go Live Now” — You’re live! Your followers will receive a notification instantly.

Quick tips for a great Quick Live stream

  • Good lighting makes the biggest difference — face a window or lamp for natural, flattering light
  • Use headphones to avoid echo from your speakers bleeding into the mic
  • Post in your feed before going live so followers get notified and can join
  • Keep your phone charged or plugged in — streaming drains battery quickly

🎬 Pro Stream with OBS Studio

OBS Studio is the industry standard free streaming software used by millions of professional creators worldwide. Once set up, going live takes one click.

  1. Download OBS Studio
    Download OBS Studio free at obsproject.com. Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux. No account required, completely free forever.
  2. Configure OBS for TokeHead
    In OBS go to Settings → Stream and enter these values:

    Stream Settings

    ServiceCustom
    Serverrtmp://tokehead.com/live
    Stream Key[Your stream key from Profile page]

    Recommended Video Settings (Settings → Output)

    Resolution1920×1080
    Bitrate4500 kbps
    Encoderx264
    Keyframe Interval2 seconds
    ProfileHigh
    Presetveryfast

    Recommended Audio Settings

    Sample Rate44.1 kHz
    ChannelsStereo
    Audio Bitrate160
  3. Find your stream key
    Your unique stream key is on your Profile page under the Streaming Setup section. Keep it private — it’s like a password to your stream. You can regenerate it anytime from your profile.
  4. Go live
    1. Open OBS and set up your scene
    2. Click Start Streaming in OBS
    3. Your stream appears live on TokeHead automatically
    4. To end: click Stop Streaming in OBS

Pro tips for OBS streaming

  • Do a 2 minute test stream first to check your settings before going live
  • Watch your dropped frames counter in OBS — keep it under 5%
  • If your stream stutters, lower bitrate to 3000 kbps
  • Add your TokeHead profile URL as a text overlay so viewers can follow you

📱 Use Your Phone as a Pro Camera with Camo

Turn Your iPhone or Android Into a Professional Studio Camera

Camo is a free app that connects your phone camera to OBS on your computer, giving you access to the best camera you already own. Cannabis creators love it because it produces broadcast-quality video without buying expensive equipment. The free version streams at 720p HD — more than enough to look professional on TokeHead.

Why Camo beats a built-in webcam

  • Phone cameras are significantly better than most laptop webcams
  • Auto-focus, portrait mode, and image stabilization built in
  • Use your phone’s flash as a fill light
  • Connect wirelessly or via USB cable
  • Works with iPhone (iOS 15+) and Android (7.0+)
  • Free version is excellent — upgrade to Camo Pro for 1080p and 4K
  1. Download Camo on your phone
    iPhone: Download “Camo Camera” from the App Store (search for “Camo Camera” by Reincubate)
    Android: Download “Camo Camera” from Google Play
  2. Download Camo Studio on your computer
    Go to camo.com and download Camo Studio for Mac or Windows (free). Install and open it.
  3. Connect your phone to your computer
    USB Cable (easiest): Plug your phone into your computer with a USB cable. Camo Studio detects it automatically.
    WiFi: Open Camo Studio, click + next to Device, scan the QR code with your Camo Camera app on your phone.
  4. Add Camo as a source in OBS
    1. In OBS click + under Sources
    2. Select Video Capture Device
    3. In the device dropdown select Camo Camera
    4. Click OK — your phone camera now appears in OBS
  5. Position your phone and go live
    Use a phone stand or tripod for stable video. Point your phone camera at yourself or your content. Use your phone’s rear camera for best quality. Go live through OBS using your TokeHead stream key.

Getting the most from Camo

  • Rear camera is always higher quality than front camera — use a stand and flip the camera for best results
  • Good lighting is still the most important factor in video quality
  • iPhone 11 and newer produce outstanding broadcast-quality video
  • Enable portrait mode in Camo for professional background blur

Other options: EpocCam by Elgato and Iriun Webcam are alternatives to Camo that work similarly. Camo is our recommended choice for TokeHead streamers for its reliability and image quality.

💻 iPad Studio Streaming

Stream Like a Pro From Just Your iPad

Camo Studio for iPad is a full standalone streaming production app. Create professional scenes, add overlays, switch between camera angles, and stream directly to TokeHead — all from one device, no computer needed.

  1. Download Camo Studio from the App Store on your iPad. Search for “Camo Studio” by Reincubate.
  2. Open Camo Studio and create your first scene. Add camera sources, overlays, and text as desired.
  3. Configure your stream destination
    Tap Settings → Stream and enter:

    Stream Settings

    RTMP URLrtmp://tokehead.com/live
    Stream Key[From your TokeHead Profile page]
  4. Tap Go Live — you’re streaming to TokeHead. Your followers will be notified automatically.

Note

  • Camo Studio for iPad requires a Community or Creator account on TokeHead to access your personal stream key
  • Your stream key is available on your Profile page under Streaming Setup

Frequently Asked Questions