OBS Start/Stop Streaming

The OBS Start/Stop Streaming effect starts or stops your OBS stream. This is a powerful node that directly controls whether you are live, so use it with care. It is recommended to protect this node with permission checks to prevent accidental or unauthorized use.

This can be useful for automated scheduling, emergency stop buttons, or Stream Deck integrations where you want to go live with a single action.

Inputs

Name	Type	Description
Active	boolean	true to start streaming, false to stop streaming.

Example

Create a !stopstream command restricted to the broadcaster only. Connect a Chat Command trigger through a check that verifies the user is the broadcaster, then connect to an OBS Start/Stop Streaming effect with active set to false. This gives you a quick way to end your stream from chat in an emergency. Always pair this kind of powerful effect with strict permission checks to prevent misuse.