# Can I test for free before buying streaming?

> Yes, you can test your live stream for free on EventLive before your real event. This helps you check your setup and see how everything works.

Source: https://www.eventlive.pro/help/can-i-test-for-free-before-buying-streaming  
Section: EventLive Help Center › FAQs  
Updated: 2026-06-30

Yes, you can test your live stream for free on EventLive before your real event. This helps you check your setup and see how everything works. Follow these steps to create a free test event using the Test Live button.

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## How to Create a Free Test Event

### Step 1: Open the EventLive App or Website

- Download and open the [EventLive app](https://eventlive.app.link/get) on your phone
- Or, go to the [EventLive Broadcaster Console](https://broadcaster.eventlive.pro/forgot) on your computer

### Step 2: Start a New Test Event

- Tap or click on **Test Live button**
- If you are using EventLive app, you can start the free test right away
- If you are streaming via RTMP, please choose RTMP information to find your test stream key (starts with TEST)

A free test event will be created automatically. You will get a test event link to view and share.

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## Troubleshooting Tips

- **If you see a message asking you to buy the event:**\
  Make sure you clicked **Test Live button**. Regular events require payment, but test events are always free.

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## Important Notes

- Test events are for practice and setup checks.
- The test event link is different from your real event link.
- You can test as many times as you need to.

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## Additional Tips

- You can share your test event link with others to check how the stream looks for viewers.