# Starting a Campaign

To start a campaign, follow the steps below in order.&#x20;

1. Begin video streaming in software such as OBS.
2. Start the campaign in the SHOPLIVE admin control console.&#x20;

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To start streaming on OBS, click the Start Streaming button to stream the video and audio to SHOPLIVE Streaming Server. (OBS standard)

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If a video is currently being streamed, you can find it in the SHOPLIVE admin's control console screen even if the campaign is not yet begun. Once the campaign is ready, you can begin the campaign by clicking the Control Console > Manage Streaming > Streaming Mode. To begin the campaign in rehearsal mode, select the rehearsal mode before you start.&#x20;


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