> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Community Go Live

> Host live meetings, broadcasts, and video calls within your HoopAI community groups.

Go Live lets you host real-time video sessions directly inside your community — no need for external tools like Zoom or Google Meet. Members join the live session from within the community interface, making it seamless for live Q\&As, workshops, coaching calls, and announcements.

## Starting a Go Live session

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to the community group">
    Go to **Memberships and Communities > Communities**, open your community, and enter the group where you want to go live.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Go Live">
    Click the **Go Live** button in the group's action bar. This opens the live session setup screen.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure the session">
    Enter a title for the live session. Optionally add a description so members know what the session is about.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start broadcasting">
    Click **Start** to begin the live session. Members in the group receive a notification that a live session is in progress.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Live session types

| Type           | Description                                                           | Best for                                        |
| -------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| **Broadcast**  | One-to-many — the host presents and viewers watch                     | Announcements, presentations, webinars          |
| **Video call** | Multi-participant — multiple members can turn on their camera and mic | Group coaching, Q\&A sessions, mastermind calls |

## Technical specifications

| Spec                      | Details                                            |
| ------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| **Video resolution**      | Up to 1080p (adapts to bandwidth)                  |
| **Audio**                 | HD audio with echo cancellation                    |
| **Bandwidth requirement** | Minimum 5 Mbps upload for the host                 |
| **Participant limit**     | Depends on your plan — check your account settings |
| **Browser support**       | Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)    |

## Scheduling live events

Plan live sessions in advance so members can RSVP and add them to their calendars:

1. In the group's Events channel, click **+ Create Event**.
2. Set the event type to **Go Live** or **Live Meeting**.
3. Choose the date and time.
4. Add a description and any pre-session materials.
5. Members receive a notification and can RSVP.
6. At the scheduled time, click **Go Live** to start the session from the event.

## Recording live sessions

Enable recording to capture the session for members who could not attend live:

1. Before or during the session, toggle **Record** on.
2. The recording saves automatically when the session ends.
3. The recording is posted to the group feed or stored in your media library.
4. Members can watch the replay at any time.

<Tip>
  Always record your live sessions. The replay content becomes an evergreen resource that continues to deliver value long after the live event ends. Pin replays in the group feed for easy access.
</Tip>

## Viewer interaction during live sessions

Members participating in a live session can:

* **Chat** — send real-time text messages visible to all participants
* **React** — send emoji reactions that appear on screen
* **Raise hand** — request to be brought on camera or ask a question
* **Q\&A** — submit questions that the host can address in order

<Note>
  Go Live sessions are only available within community groups. They are not standalone pages or separate from the community. Members must be logged into the community portal and have access to the group to join a live session.
</Note>