Why Is My Kick Stream Limited to 720p?
Discover the reasons behind Kick's 720p streaming limitation and how to unlock 1080p streaming.
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Discover the reasons behind Kick's 720p streaming limitation and how to unlock 1080p streaming.
Last updated
You've just completed your first Kick stream, excited to review or download your VOD, only to find that your stream was capped at 720p, leaving you with a pixelated broadcast. You double-check your OBS settings, and everything appears to be configured for 1080p. So, what's causing this?
Kick imposes a 720p limitation on some streams to conserve bandwidth. Regardless of the resolution at which you are streaming, Kick automatically downscales your stream to a maximum quality of 720p. Whether this limitation is a temporary measure or a permanent one remains uncertain. However, recent insights from the head of product shed light on the requirements to unlock 1080p streaming capabilities.
Achieving 1080p streaming on Kick is relatively straightforward: your stream needs to maintain an average of at least 2 concurrent viewers. This requirement serves as a safeguard against an excessive number of streams running 24+ hours with zero viewers, a scenario that would consume bandwidth unnecessarily. While it's uncertain if there are additional prerequisites, maintaining a consistent viewer count appears to be the primary factor.
According to feedback from various streamers, once you meet this requirement it may take 1 or 2 streams for 1080p to become available. Higher viewer counts can expedite the process. However, some streamers have reported having high viewer counts but still lack access to 1080p. If you find yourself in this situation, it is advisable to contact tech support at techsupport@kick.com for further assistance.
To increase your viewer count and keep your audience engaged, you need to provide an entertaining and appealing stream. Several factors contribute to this, including the games you play, your interactions with viewers, the level of professionalism you exhibit, and more. One effective way to elevate the production quality and entertainment value of your stream is by incorporating widgets and chat interactions.
KickBot is a valuable tool for achieving this. It offers a user-friendly way to integrate various elements such as a chat overlay, customized chat commands, AI TTS commands for your chat to use, and much more. Creating a unique and engaging streaming experience helps viewers remember you and encourages them to return for more content.
By leveraging tools like KickBot, you can enhance your Kick stream's quality and appeal, attracting more viewers and increasing your chances of meeting the requirements for 1080p streaming.
