Mobile Livestreaming on Passes for Creators and Fans

Passes has redesigned its mobile livestreaming experience to make going live faster for creators and more enjoyable for fans. Whether you are setting up your first stream or tuning in to watch a creator you love, this guide covers everything you need to know about the updated mobile livestreaming features on Passes.

For Creators: How to Livestream on Passes Mobile

How to Start a Livestream on Mobile

There are four ways to go live on the Passes mobile app:

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Tap the + icon on the main navigation bar at the bottom of your screen
Tap the Go Live button directly below the Edit Profile button on your profile page
Tap the Start Livestream button in the full navigation bar, located in the upper right corner of the bottom navigation bar
Tap the Go Live button from the Watch Streams section in the full navigation bar

How to Set Up Your Livestream:

Tap the pencil and notepad icon to edit your livestream title, description, and setup details. Choose whether your stream will be free or paid.
Tap Save once you have added all your details
Select your latency preference when prompted. Low Latency is the default and recommended setting for most streams as it eliminates lag and buffering
Your stream settings are automatically saved for next time. To update them later, go to the Action Panel by tapping the three dots on the lower right corner, then select Latency Settings

Key Livestreaming Features for Creators

Action Panel: Your central hub for managing all livestream settings during a stream
Open Chat: Send comments and see which fans have tipped during your stream
Livestream Setup: Modify your stream details at any point while you are live
Input Devices: Adjust your device settings as needed
Latency Settings: Change your latency preference on the fly without ending your stream

What to Monitor While You Are Live

Check your stream status, uptime, and viewer count at the top of your screen
Look for the green dot and "Connected to Chat" message in the bottom left corner, just above the End Live button, to confirm your chat is active
Tap End Live when you are ready to finish your stream

For Fans: How to Watch and Interact with Livestreams on Passes

How to Find Livestreams on Passes

Visit the Watch Streams page to browse all currently active streams
Go directly to any creator's profile and tap into their livestream from there

How Paid Livestreams Work

Passes supports two payment models for creator livestreams:

Pay-to-View: A one-time fee grants access to the full broadcast. You can exit and rejoin the same stream without being charged again.
Pay-per-Minute: Each time you exit and return to the stream, a new transaction is required.

When a creator has added a paywall, you will only see the stream title until you complete your purchase.

How to Interact During a Livestream

Leave comments for free once you have accessed a paid or free stream
Send tips to creators directly during the stream
Both creators and fans can see who sent tips and the amounts

Fan Action Panel Features

Stream Controls: Pause the stream, switch to full-screen mode, hide or show the overlay, and set your preferred tip amount
Stream Details: Tap the arrow button in the upper right corner to view the full stream title and description
Message Management: Delete your own messages by tapping them in the chat and selecting Delete
Landscape Mode: Rotate your phone to watch the stream in full landscape orientation

Frequently Asked Questions About Passes Mobile Livestreaming

How do I start a livestream on Passes mobile? There are four ways to go live on Passes mobile: tap the + icon on the bottom navigation bar, tap Go Live on your profile page, tap Start Livestream in the full navigation bar, or tap Go Live from the Watch Streams section.

What is the difference between Low Latency and other latency settings on Passes? Low Latency is the default and recommended setting for most Passes livestreams. It reduces lag and buffering so your stream feels more real-time for fans. You can change your latency preference at any time through the Action Panel during your stream.

Can I charge fans to watch my livestream on Passes? Yes. Passes supports two paid livestream models. Pay-to-View charges a one-time fee that gives fans access to the entire broadcast, including if they leave and rejoin. Pay-per-Minute charges fans each time they re-enter the stream.

Where can fans find livestreams on Passes? Fans can browse all active streams on the Watch Streams page or go directly to a creator's profile to access their livestream from there.

Can fans comment for free on a paid livestream? Yes. Once a fan has purchased access to a paid stream, they can leave comments at no additional cost for the duration of the broadcast.

Can fans see who tips during a Passes livestream? Yes. Both creators and fans can see which fans sent tips and the amounts during the stream. Tip visibility is built into the live chat experience.

How do I watch a Passes livestream in landscape mode? Simply rotate your phone while watching a stream and it will automatically switch to full landscape orientation.

How do I delete a comment I left during a Passes livestream? Tap your message in the livestream chat and select Delete to remove it.

A Livestreaming Experience Built for Mobile

The updated Passes mobile livestreaming experience is designed to remove friction for creators and add value for fans. Creators can go live in seconds, manage everything from a single Action Panel, and monitor their stream in real time. Fans get flexible access options, interactive tools, and a viewing experience that works the way mobile should.

Go to your Passes app and start your next stream today.