macbookandrew

<p>Displays the current YouTube live video from a specified channel via the shortcode <code>[youtube_live]</code>.</p>
<h4>Setup Notes</h4>
<p>Your YouTube livestream must be set to “Public” or it will not work. This is a security feature of YouTube’s API and unfortunately there’s no way to work around it.</p>
<p>In addition, your live stream must be set to allow embedding on third-party sites. If that feature is unavailable, you may need to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/account_monetization" rel="nofollow ugc">enable monetization</a> for your account. See YouTube documentation for more information or help with allowing embedding.</p>
<h4>How It Works</h4>
<p>If no live video is available, you can display a specified video or a “channel player” showing all your recent videos.</p>
<p>You can also enable auto-refresh to automatically check for a live video every 30 seconds (warning: will increase server load, so use with caution).</p>
<p>By default, the server will check YouTube’s API and then cache that response for 15 minutes before checking the API again (you may change this value in the admin settings). If auto-refresh is enabled, clients will check against your server every 30 seconds and likely will hit that cache as well, so it can potentially take up to 16 minutes before a client will get a live video.</p>
<p>The length of both caches can be changed using the <code>wp_youtube_live_transient_timeout</code> filter (see below for more information).</p>
<p>If no live video is available when a page is loaded, several fallback options are available:</p>
<ul>
<li>“Show a custom HTML message” allows you to specify a custom message to show</li>
<li>“Show scheduled live videos” will show a player and countdown until your next live video</li>
<li>“Show last completed live video” will show your most recently-completed live video</li>
<li>“Show recent videos from my channel” will show a playlist of recent videos from your channel</li>
<li>“Show a specified playlist” will show a specified playlist</li>
<li>“Show a specified video” will show a specified video</li>
<li>“Show nothing at all” will show nothing at all</li>
</ul>
<p>When a video ends, users’ browsers will check your server again to see if a live video is available. If so, it will load that; if not, it will fall back as set in your options.</p>
<h4>Shortcode Options</h4>
<ul>
<li><code>width</code>: player width in pixels; defaults to what you set on the settings page</li>
<li><code>height</code>: player height in pixels; defaults to what you set on the settings page</li>
<li><code>autoplay</code>: whether or not to start playing immediately on load; defaults to false</li>
<li><code>auto_refresh</code>: (either <code>true</code> or <code>false</code>) overrides the auto-refresh setting on the settings page</li>
<li><code>fallback_behavior</code>: choose from the following: <code>upcoming</code>, <code>completed</code>, <code>channel</code>, <code>playlist</code>, <code>video</code>, <code>message</code>, <code>no_message</code>
<ul>
<li><code>upcoming</code>: the next upcoming scheduled video on the specified channel</li>
<li><code>playlist</code>: a specified playlist (shortcode must also include the <code>fallback_playlist</code> attribute)</li>
<li><code>video</code>: a specified video (shortcode must also include the <code>fallback_video</code> attribute)</li>
<li><code>message</code>: a specified message</li>
<li><code>no_message</code>: nothing at all</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><code>fallback_playlist</code>: a playlist URL to show when there are no live videos</li>
<li><code>fallback_video</code>: a video URL to show when there are no live videos</li>
<li><code>fallback_message</code>: a message to show when there are no live videos</li>
<li><code>js_only</code>: (either <code>true</code> or <code>false</code>) workaround for some caching issues; if a caching plugin (W3 Total Cache, WP Super Cache, etc.) or proxy (CloudFlare, etc.) caches the HTML while a video is live, visitors may continue to see an old live video even if it has ended. If set <code>js_only</code> is set to <code>true</code>, the server never displays the player code in the initial request and instead sends it in response to uncached ajax requests. This may also result in the video player being slightly delayed on page load due to the extra request, depending on the clients’ bandwidth and latency.</li>
</ul>
<p>Example shortcode: <code>[youtube_live width="720" height="360" autoplay="true"]</code></p>
<h4>Filters</h4>
<p>The filter <code>wp_youtube_live_no_stream_available</code> will customize the message viewers see if there is no live stream currently playing, and takes effect <strong>after</strong> the <code>fallback_message</code> shortcode attribute is parsed (if <code>fallback_message="no_message"</code> is set in a shortcode, it will override the filter). For example, add this to your theme’s <code>functions.php</code> file:</p>
<pre><code>add_filter( 'wp_youtube_live_no_stream_available', 'my_ytl_custom_message' );
function my_ytl_custom_message( $message ) {
    $message = '<p>Please check back later or subscribe to <a target="_blank" href="https://youtube.com/channel/UCH…">our YouTube channel</a>.</p>
    <p><button type="button" class="button" id="check-again">Check again</button><span class="spinner" style="display:none;"></span></p>';
    return $message;
}
</code></pre>
<p>The filter <code>wp_youtube_live_transient_timeout</code> is available to customize the cache timeout length in seconds. For example, add this to your theme’s <code>functions.php</code> file to set the cache length to 15 seconds instead of the default 900:</p>
<pre><code>add_filter( 'wp_youtube_live_transient_timeout', 'my_ytl_custom_timeout' );
function my_ytl_custom_timeout( $timeout ) {
    return 15;
}
</code></pre>
<h4>Event Listener</h4>
<p>When a live stream is loaded, the <code>wpYouTubeLiveStarted</code> event is fired; you can use this to create custom front-end features on your site by adding an event listener:</p>
<pre><code>window.addEventListener('wpYouTubeLiveStarted', function() {
    /* your code here */
    console.log('stream started');
    /* your code here */
});
</code></pre>
<p>Development of this plugin is done on <a href="https://github.com/macbookandrew/wp-youtube-live/" rel="nofollow ugc">GitHub</a>. Pull requests are always welcome.</p>


WP YouTube Live

This plugin worked great for me for streaming my youtube live video.

I appreciated the error messages that were displayed when I initially had used wrong info.

Great for simple Channel streaming

I needed a plugin to show a livestream if there was one live, and otherwise to just show the most recent video. using it for a church website.

Did exactly what I needed


Would really be a great plugin just wondering why it keeps throwing the debugging log even when you disable it, the size options for the channels also do not work, wondering if this is because am using it in a pagebuilder or its a plugin issue


Needs an update

Displays the current YouTube live video from a specified channel.

videowhisper

<p><strong>Build your own live streaming platform with WordPress.</strong> Broadcast Live Video powers turnkey live streaming sites with multiple channel types, web-based broadcasting, chat, monetization, and full content ownership — no third-party platforms required.</p>
<p>Broadcast from any source: <em>browser webcams via WebRTC, desktop encoders like OBS, mobile apps like Larix Broadcaster, and 24/7 RTSP/RTMP IP cameras</em>.</p>
<p><a href="https://broadcastlivevideo.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Broadcast Live Video – Turnkey Streaming Site Solution</a></p>
<h4>What’s New in 7.x</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>WebRTC Streaming App</strong> — Modern React-based broadcast and playback interface (<a href="https://github.com/videowhisper/Webcam-Streaming-WebRTC" rel="nofollow ugc">Webcam-Streaming-WebRTC</a>) with configurable stream quality, watermark overlay, and automatic view routing (broadcast for owners, playback for viewers)</li>
<li><strong>Visual Schedule Editor</strong> — Program 24/7 channels with a drag-and-drop schedule builder: daily, weekly, or one-time programs with live stream, video file, and video folder sources with priority ordering and filler content</li>
<li><strong>Channel Listing Skins</strong> — Choose from ready-made listing designs (Twitchy dark theme, Ticky vertical cards) or fully customize with template placeholders and CSS</li>
<li><strong>Improved Channel Management</strong> — Card-based grid layout with visual status labels, collapsible menus, breadcrumb navigation, and smart interface-aware controls</li>
<li><strong>VideoWhisper Server Integration</strong> — Deep integration with <a href="https://github.com/videowhisper/videowhisper-webrtc" rel="nofollow ugc">VideoWhisper WebRTC Server</a> for RTMP/HLS restreaming, schedule processing, and WebRTC signaling</li>
<li><strong>Enhanced Restreaming</strong> — Frontend restream channel creation (including guest access), stream pause/resume, admin dashboard with server status, capacity monitoring, and per-stream controls</li>
</ul>
<h4>Get Started</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Free account for testing</strong>: <a href="https://webrtchost.com/hosting-plans/#Streaming-Only" rel="nofollow ugc">Free Streaming account with WebRTC & RTMP/HLS</a></li>
<li><strong>Self-hosted</strong>: Deploy <a href="https://github.com/videowhisper/videowhisper-webrtc" rel="nofollow ugc">VideoWhisper WebRTC Server</a> on your own VPS for full control</li>
</ul>
<h4>Live Demos</h4>
<ul>
<li>Turnkey site: <a href="https://videonow.live/" rel="nofollow ugc">VideoNow.Live</a></li>
<li>Webcam WebRTC broadcast: [Webcam WebRTC Demo]https://demo.videowhisper.com/Webcam-Streaming-WebRTC/ </li>
<li>HTML5 Videochat broadcast: <a href="https://demo.videowhisper.com/vws-html5-livestreaming/" rel="nofollow ugc">HTML5 Videochat Demo</a></li>
</ul>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
<p><strong>Broadcasting & Playback</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>WebRTC broadcast and playback via React app with configurable quality (resolution, framerate, bitrate caps)</li>
<li>HTML5 HLS / MPEG-DASH live video delivery with automatic protocol selection</li>
<li>External encoder support: OBS, Wirecast, XSplit, Larix Broadcaster (iOS/Android)</li>
<li>24/7 IP camera restreaming (RTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, HTTP/HTTPS sources) with Setup Wizard</li>
<li>Recording per channel</li>
<li>Video archive import with <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/video-share-vod/" rel="ugc">Video Share VOD</a></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Channel Management</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Live video channels as WordPress custom post type</li>
<li>Frontend channel setup and management with card-based grid layout</li>
<li>Visual status labels: Live, Schedule, IP Camera, WebRTC, Recording, Paused, Restricted</li>
<li>Context-aware menus adapting to channel interface type (WebRTC App, Restream, HTML5 Videochat, DASH)</li>
<li>Breadcrumb navigation for intuitive channel management</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Scheduling & Automation</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Visual schedule editor with daily, weekly, and one-time programming</li>
<li>Multiple source types per program: live stream, video file, video folder (with play order and loop options)</li>
<li>Source priority system with drag-and-drop reordering</li>
<li>Default filler content when no program is scheduled</li>
<li>Live/fallback behavior settings per program</li>
<li>Timezone support with live clock display</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Channel Listings</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Template-based listings with customizable placeholders (#title#, #thumb#, #viewers#, #tags#, #rating#)</li>
<li>Ready-made listing skins: Twitchy (Twitch-inspired dark theme), Ticky (TikTok-inspired vertical cards)</li>
<li>AJAX live updates with category filtering, tags, and search</li>
<li>Offline video thumbnails and teaser support</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Monetization</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Membership-ready with WordPress role permissions — works with any membership/subscription plugin</li>
<li>Pay-per-view with custom post type — compatible with access control and content selling plugins</li>
<li>Tips to broadcasters with myCRED or TeraWallet (WooCommerce gateways)</li>
<li>Channel access lists: restrict by user role, login, email, or password</li>
<li>Recommended: <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/paid-membership/" rel="ugc">Paid Membership</a> for credit-based membership purchases</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Restreaming & IP Cameras</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Admin restream dashboard with server status, capacity monitoring, and per-stream controls</li>
<li>Frontend restream channel creation with guest access support</li>
<li>Stream pause/resume, mute audio, auto-cleanup for guest channels</li>
<li>Private network detection with confirmation for local sources</li>
<li>Push channel configuration to VideoWhisper server</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Chat & Interaction</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>AJAX chat alongside live video playback</li>
<li>Floating watermark/logo overlay</li>
<li>Event details display (title, schedule, description) when channel is offline</li>
<li>Integrates <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/rate-star-review/" rel="ugc">Rate Star Review</a> for channel ratings</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Access Control & Administration</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Fine-grained permissions by role, email, ID, or username</li>
<li>Broadcast and watch time limits per channel and per membership level</li>
<li>Premium channels with unlimited membership levels</li>
<li>Channel statistics: broadcast time, watch time, last activity, viewer counts</li>
<li>BuddyPress integration: Live Stream tab in groups</li>
</ul>
<h4>Who Is This For?</h4>
<p>Build platforms similar to Twitch, YouTube Live, Kick, or LiveStream — a self-hosted alternative where you own the content, control access, and keep 100% of revenue. Perfect for:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Media companies</strong> — launch branded streaming channels</li>
<li><strong>Educators</strong> — deliver live classes, webinars, and scheduled course content</li>
<li><strong>Churches & organizations</strong> — stream events and services 24/7</li>
<li><strong>Surveillance</strong> — monitor IP cameras with web-based access control</li>
<li><strong>Creators & entertainers</strong> — monetize live content with tips, pay-per-view, and memberships</li>
</ul>
<h4>Hosting Requirements</h4>
<ul>
<li>This plugin requires <a href="https://videowhisper.com/?p=Requirements" rel="nofollow ugc">streaming server infrastructure</a> beyond standard WordPress hosting</li>
<li>For testing, register for a <a href="https://webrtchost.com/hosting-plans/#Streaming-Only" rel="nofollow ugc">Free Streaming account</a> with WebRTC & RTMP/HLS</li>
<li>Self-hosted: deploy <a href="https://github.com/videowhisper/videowhisper-webrtc" rel="nofollow ugc">VideoWhisper WebRTC Server</a> on a VPS or dedicated server</li>
<li>Some advanced features (FFmpeg transcoding, server commands) require additional server configuration — disabled by default for security</li>
</ul>
<h3>Attributions</h3>
<p>Some demo site screenshots show tests with the “Big Buck Bunny” video, available under Creative Commons Attribution at https://peach.blender.org/download/ .</p>
<h3>Documentation</h3>
<ul>
<li>Plugin Homepage: https://broadcastlivevideo.com</li>
<li>Developer Contact: https://consult.videowhisper.com</li>
<li>VideoWhisper Server: https://github.com/videowhisper/videowhisper-webrtc</li>
<li>WebRTC Streaming App: https://github.com/videowhisper/Webcam-Streaming-WebRTC</li>
</ul>
<h3>Demo</h3>
<ul>
<li>Live demo site: https://videonow.live</li>
</ul>
<h3>Extra</h3>
<p>More information, latest updates, other plugins and non-WordPress editions at https://videowhisper.com/ .</p>


Broadcast Live Video – Live Streaming : WebRTC, HLS, RTSP, RTMP

Best free solution to live stream your content.
It can stream from webcam or ip camera, or any other stream solution (RTMP for example)
Supports multiple channels and allow users t ocreate its own channel
One of the most useful things its the iOS compatibility (and detection) out of the box
It lacks payment gateway (only myCred supported) for premium channels and pay per view; a more extensive list of payment gateway could be useful

All in one streaming solution

Live video streaming with WebRTC, HLS, RTMP — broadcast from webcam, OBS, IP cameras. Channel management, scheduling, chat, membership, pay-per-view.

WP YouTube Live vs Broadcast Live Video – Live Streaming : WebRTC, HLS, RTSP, RTMP