OBS is the go-to choice for many content creators when streaming on popular platforms like Twitch, YouTube, or Discord. It allows you to create multiple scenes, capture multiple sources, and even overlay third-party services to interact with your audience and followers in real time. OBS is completely free and open-source, making it a great choice for all users, whether you’re a professional streamer or just starting out. OBS has a lot of options that you’ll need to tweak on the fly, which can make the experience a bit daunting. If you’re also starting out and want some help with your first setup, we have the perfect guide for you. Let’s get started.

First, you’ll need to download and set up OBS based on your current network and PC. From there, you can capture your sources and set up your stream accordingly. You can even create multiple scenes for different scenarios in your stream. You can then switch between these scenes when needed using custom transitions. Here’s how to set up OBS on your PC for the first time and use it to stream on your favorite platform.

Let’s start by downloading and installing OBS on your PC. We’ll then go through the initial setup and further customize your settings depending on your preferences. Let’s get started.

Open the link below to download OBS to your PC. You can either download an installer, get a portable .ZIP package, or install OBS as a UWP app from the Microsoft Store. We don’t recommend getting UWP from the Microsoft Store, as its performance is questionable when streaming high-resolution content. We recommend going with the installer or .ZIP package instead.