How to Find and Download Lives on TikTok

It is easy to find, watch, and download live videos on TikTok. All you need is a TikTok account and a desktop/mobile version of TikTok. Then, you can follow this post to find and watch live streams on TikTok. Plus, there are some additional tips for creating live videos. 

How to Find and Watch TikTok Live Streams

Depending on whose live streams you wish to find and watch, there are two different ways to find and watch your desired TikTok live streams. If you want to find a live video broadcasted by a random person, then you can head to "Top LIVEs" in your inbox. If you want to find a video from a user you're following, and you can check your "Following" tab. For detailed steps, you can check the following instructions. 

Step 1. Open your TikTok app on your device and log in to your account.

Step 2. On the top of the screen, you'll see a Live icon, which looks like a TV with "Live" written on it. Hit it to continue.

Step 3. Then, you'll see all the live videos here. 

Step 4. If you want to watch live streams of users you're following, you can tap the "Following" tab instead. 

Pro tips: "Can I watch previous Live Streams on TikTok?" is a common question some TikTok users ask. The answer is NO. You can't watch previous Live Streams unless you download them while broadcasting. And below is how to download Live Streams on TikTok. 

How to Download Live Streams on TikTok

We all know that TikTok live videos will disappear once the broadcast has ended. If you want to watch it again later, your best option is to save the live video when it is still broadcasting. However, TikTok only allows you to save your live streams. What to do if you want to download someone else's live videos on TikTok?

To do this, you'll need a TikTok live video downloader like EaseUS Video Downloader to help. With it installed on your computer, you can easily download live videos from YouTube and TikTok. Besides, you can also use this program for many purposes, such as:

• Download videos, playlists, and channels, from YouTube 
• Convert videos to MP3/WAV
• Get a thumbnail of a video in high quality
• Download music from audio-sharing sites like SoundCloud

To download lives on TikTok:

Step 1. Open EaseUS Video Downloader on your computer and click on "Quick Search" in the sidebar. Copy and paste the URL of your TikTok live video in the search bar and click "Search" to load your videos.

Step 2. Then, your video along with a download button will appear, just click the "Download" button to proceed. 

Step 3. A new window will pop up, asking you to choose your preferred resolution and video format, just select the right option based on your needs. Once you've chosen, click the "Download" button again to start downloading.

Step 4. Then, the live video will be downloaded to your computer. If you want to download them to your smartphone, you can connect your device to the computer via a USB and then transfer them to your phone. 

Disclaimer: We don't advocate using the downloaded videos for any commercial or illegal use. 

Pro tips: You can also download your live streams on TikTok if needed. Here are the steps:

Step 1. Open the TikTok app on your device, and go to your profile.

Step 2. Tap the three lines icon in the top-right corner of the screen.

Step 3. Scroll down to find the Live Replay section. Tap it.

Step 4. Then, you can see all your previous live streams. 

Step 5. Select the live stream you want to download and tap "Download" to save it on your device. 

How to Create Lives on TikTok

While watching live streams on TikTok, you may want to create lives. However, not all users can create lives on TikTok. You can create live streams only if you're over 16 years old and have more than 1,000 followers. 

If you meet the two requirements, follow these steps to go live. 

Step 1. Open the TikTok app on your device.

Step 2. Tap on the plus icon at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3. Under the record icon, you'll see "Camera," "Templates," and "Live." Tap "Live" to go on. 

Step 4. You can add a description of your live video, create a cover photo, and tap the "Go Live" button to proceed. 

The Bottom Line

That's all about how to find, watch, download, and create live streams on TikTok. We hope you've successfully found the information you need. If you have any questions about our guide, don't hesitate to contact us to help you out.