Setup Guides
Learn how to integrate Radiolize streams into your streaming setup.
🚀Quick Start
- Go to the Listen page.
- Pick a playlist and click Play to preview, or click the link button to copy the stream URL.
- Paste the stream URL into your streaming app (see guides below).
Subscriber-only playlists appear greyed out and require a paid plan. See Pricing.
📺OBS Studio Setup
Option 1: Media Source (Recommended)
- Open OBS Studio.
- In Sources, click the "+" button.
- Select "Media Source" and create a new source.
- In Properties, uncheck "Local File".
- Paste your Radiolize stream URL into the URL field.
- Enable "Restart playback when source becomes active" (optional).
- Click "OK" and adjust volume in the Audio Mixer.
Option 2: Capture Browser Audio
- Open the Listen page and start a playlist, or open your stream URL in a browser tab.
- In OBS → Sources, click "+".
- Choose Application Audio Capture (or Audio Output Capture) and select your browser.macOS alternatives include Audio Output Capture or virtual devices if needed.
- Confirm and adjust levels in the Audio Mixer.
- Keep the browser tab playing in the background while streaming.
🎮Streamlabs OBS Setup
- Open Streamlabs OBS.
- Click the "+" icon in the Sources section.
- Select "Media Source".
- Name your source (e.g., "Background Music").
- In the settings, select "URL" instead of "Local File".
- Paste your Radiolize stream URL.
- Adjust audio settings as needed.
- Click "Done" to complete the setup.
⚡XSplit Broadcaster Setup
- Open XSplit Broadcaster.
- Right-click in the scene area.
- Select "Add Source" → "Media File".
- Choose "Browse for media file online".
- Enter your Radiolize stream URL.
- Configure audio levels and positioning.
- Click "OK" to add the source.
💡Pro Tips & Best Practices
- Audio Levels: Keep background music at 20-30% volume.
- Copyright Safe: All Radiolize playlists are cleared for streaming.
- 24/7 Availability: Streams run continuously, so you don't worry about downtime.
- Multiple Sources: Add multiple playlists to different scenes for variety.
- Audio Monitoring: Use headphones to prevent feedback.
- Backup Plan: Keep a local backup playlist ready.
🔧Troubleshooting
Stream won't play:
Check your internet connection, verify the URL is correct, and try refreshing the source.
Audio cutting out:
Check bandwidth, lower audio bitrate, and ensure a stable connection.
Can't hear the stream:
Check audio levels, verify the source isn't muted, and test with headphones.
❓FAQ
Do I need an account to use playlists?
Public playlists are available to everyone. Subscriber-only playlists are visible but locked for anonymous users and Base plans. Upgrade on the Pricing page to unlock.
Where do I find my stream URL?
Visit the Listen page, select a playlist, and copy the HLS URL. If the playlist is subscriber-only, log in and ensure your plan includes access.
Do stream URLs expire?
Public playlist URLs remain stable. Subscriber playlist URLs are tokenized and time-limited per plan for security.
How many concurrent streams can I run?
Concurrency depends on your plan. Base allows one stream; higher tiers increase the limit.
Is the music licensed for streaming?
Yes for subscribers. See Licensing for coverage details.