How to Stream to Twitch 24/7 from Pre-Recorded Video
Keep your Twitch channel live even when you're offline. Here's how to re-broadcast VODs and pre-recorded videos to Twitch 24/7 from the cloud — no OBS required.
Your Twitch channel doesn't have to go dark the moment you stop streaming. By re-broadcasting your past VODs and pre-recorded videos, you can keep a 24/7 Twitch channel live around the clock — giving new viewers something to watch and something to raid into whenever they arrive.
Here's how to set up an always-on Twitch stream from the cloud without leaving OBS running.
Key takeaways
- Re-broadcasting past VODs keeps your Twitch channel live while you're offline.
- It runs in the cloud from a looping playlist — no OBS and no PC left on.
- Grab your Primary Stream Key from the Twitch Creator Dashboard to connect.
- Only stream content you own or are licensed to use, within Twitch's terms.
Where to find your Twitch stream key
Open your Twitch Creator Dashboard and go to Settings → Stream. Copy the Primary Stream Key. This is the code StreamHouse uses to send your feed to your channel. Keep it private — anyone who has it can broadcast as you. If you ever suspect it's leaked, reset it from the same screen.
Build your rerun playlist
Decide what you want on air when you're away. Great options include highlight reels, full past streams, tutorial series, or a themed marathon. Upload these to your media library, then arrange them into a playlist. Longer, more varied playlists keep the channel feeling alive; a few hours of content before the loop repeats is a good minimum.
Go live in a few steps
- Create an account and upload your videos.
- Order them into a playlist.
- Select Twitch and paste your Primary Stream Key.
- Press Start — your rerun goes live and loops automatically.
You can update the playlist anytime without stopping the broadcast, so swapping in a fresh highlight reel never takes you offline.
A note on Twitch's rules
Twitch expects streamed content to be yours or properly licensed, and it distinguishes live gameplay from reruns. Stream your own VODs and original content, avoid copyrighted music you don't have rights to, and label your channel honestly. Used this way, an always-on rerun is a legitimate tool to keep your community warm between live sessions.
Tips for a rerun channel that grows
A few habits make an always-on Twitch channel pull its weight. Set a clear title and category so people browsing know what they're joining. Pin a chat message explaining your real live schedule. Rotate your strongest highlights to the front, so the first thing a new arrival sees is your best work. And keep the playlist long enough — several hours — that regulars rarely hit a repeat. Because you can edit the playlist without stopping the stream, treat it as a living channel: add each new VOD as it lands, retire older clips, and let the rerun quietly improve week over week.
Frequently asked questions
Does Twitch allow pre-recorded streams?
Twitch allows you to stream content you own or are licensed to use, including your own past broadcasts. Follow Twitch's Community Guidelines and Terms of Service, and be transparent that it's a rerun.
Can I stream to Twitch and YouTube at the same time?
Yes. With multistreaming you can push the same playlist to Twitch, YouTube, Kick and Rumble simultaneously from one broadcast.
Do I need OBS running the whole time?
No. StreamHouse runs the broadcast in the cloud, so you can close everything and the stream continues.
