KICK - Go Live is our dedicated mobile streaming app for iOS and Android. It is designed for Streamers who want to broadcast directly from their phone — perfect for IRL streams, on-the-go content, mobile gaming, or anywhere your desktop setup cannot follow.
This guide walks you through everything you need to know to download the app, set it up, and go live for the first time.
What is KICK - Go Live?
KICK - Go Live is a standalone app, separate from the main KICK viewer app. It is focused entirely on mobile broadcasting and includes features like:
Dual-camera streaming — front and back camera at the same time, perfect for reaction content or IRL. (Not supported in some android devices)
Screen sharing — broadcast what is on your phone screen directly to your channel
Full stream settings — bitrate, resolution, framerate, stabilization(IOS only), and more
Stream from anywhere — no laptop or capture card required
KICK - Go Live works for any KICK account. You do not need to be an Affiliate, Verified Streamer, or Partner to use it.
Downloading the app
The app is available on both iOS and Android.
Device requirements
To run KICK - Go Live, your device needs to meet these minimums:
Platform | Minimum version |
iOS | 18.0 or later |
Android | 8.0 or later |
If your device is older than these versions, the app may not install or function correctly.
Before your first stream
A few things to set up before you launch the app for the first time:
Grant camera and microphone permissions
When you first open KICK - Go Live, your phone will prompt you to allow access to your camera and microphone. Both must be granted to stream. Without them, the app cannot broadcast video or audio.
If you accidentally deny permissions:
On iOS: Open Settings > KICK - Go Live > toggle Camera and Microphone on
On Android: Open Settings > Apps > KICK - Go Live > Permissions
Make sure your account is in good standing
The app uses your existing KICK account. If you have any pending issues with your account (suspensions, restrictions, etc.), resolve them before trying to stream.
Signing in
Open KICK - Go Live and sign in using your KICK credentials (the same email and password you use on kick.com). You can also use Google/Apple sign in.
If you have Two-Factor Authentication enabled, you will be prompted for your 2FA code during sign-in.
Setting up your stream
Before you go live, set up your stream details inside the app. You can configure:
Stream title — what your stream is about
Category — what content you are streaming (Just Chatting, a specific game, IRL, etc.)
Content labels — 18+ label and other classification labels where appropriate
Stream quality — bitrate, resolution, framerate, stabilization(IOS only) (see Settings and stream quality on the KICK - Go Live app)
💡 You can adjust all of these from inside the app — there is no need to switch to kick.com on a browser to set them.
For tips on writing strong titles and choosing the right category, see:
How to attract new Viewers: titles, presentation, and timing
Content classification labels: when to use them
Going live
Once your stream is set up:
Tap the green circle button
Confirm your settings
Your stream is now live on your KICK channel
You can begin streaming with your camera, swap to dual-camera mode, or share your screen at any point during your stream. For details on these features, see Dual-camera and screen sharing on the KICK - Go Live app.
Watching chat from the app
While you are streaming, you can see your chat in real time within the app.
⚠️ One important limitation: you can read chat from the app, but you cannot respond to chat messages from the app. If you want to reply directly in chat, you need to do so from a desktop browser or a separate device.
For most mobile Streamers, this is fine — you can still acknowledge Chatters verbally during your stream, react to what they say, and engage with the community through voice. If you have a Moderator team, they can handle chat moderation actions on your behalf.
For more on building a Mod team, see How to Moderate Your KICK Chat.
After your stream ends
When you end your stream:
Your stream is automatically saved as a VOD on your channel, the same way desktop streams are
Viewers can watch the VOD on your channel page on kick.com
Your stream stats (Viewers, follows, subscriptions, etc.) are available in your Streamer Dashboard
For more on VODs, see KICK Stream Replays / VODs and My VOD is missing or not appearing.
What you cannot do in the app
A few things still need to be done on kick.com in a browser:
Respond to chat messages — chat is read-only in the app
Manage Emotes, badges, and channel settings — these are configured on the web
If you need any of these, log in to kick.com on a desktop or mobile browser.
Common questions
Do I need an Affiliate or Verified status to use KICK - Go Live?
No. Any KICK account can use the app to stream.
Can I stream from my phone and chat from my laptop at the same time?
Yes. The app handles your streaming output, and you can keep kick.com open on another device to read and respond to chat.
Does my stream from the app save as a VOD?
Yes. Streams from KICK - Go Live save as VODs the same way desktop streams do.
Can I use KICK - Go Live for mobile gameplay streaming?
Yes, using the screen sharing feature. See Dual-camera and screen sharing on the KICK - Go Live app for details. For game-specific guidance, see How to Stream Mobile Games to KICK.
Why can I not reply to chat from the app?
Chat in the app is currently read-only. To reply to chat directly, use a desktop browser or a separate device with kick.com open.
Is there a desktop version of this app?
No. KICK - Go Live is mobile-only. For desktop streaming, see How to Stream on KICK.com for OBS and Streamlabs setup.
Still need help?
If you have questions about the KICK - Go Live app, contact our 24/7 Support Team at [email protected]. Please include:
Your KICK Streamer username
Your device and operating system version
A description of the issue or question
Related articles
Dual-camera and screen sharing on the KICK - Go Live app
Settings and stream quality on the KICK - Go Live app
Streaming on KICK from your Mobile Phone (third-party apps)
How to Stream Mobile Games to KICK
How to Stream on KICK.com (desktop)
How to Moderate Your KICK Chat
KICK Stream Replays / VODs
How to enable Two-Factor Authentication
Streamer Safety Tips: How to Stream Safely on KICK