Purpose
This guide walks you through adding your StreamElements Sponsorship Overlay to OBS Studio. Following these steps ensures your sponsorship content looks professional and meets all campaign requirements while you stream.
Prerequisites
- Install OBS on your PC (You can download it HERE)
- Create a StreamElements account
- Start a StreamElements Sponsorship Campaign
Step-by-Step Instructions
Copy the Sponsorship Overlay Link from Your Dashboard
- Log in to your StreamElements account and navigate to the Sponsorship Dashboard.
- Locate the sponsorship campaign for which you need the overlay.
- Under the Setup up and prepare section, find and click the Copy Link button.
Add the Overlay to OBS Studio
- In OBS Studio, go to the Sources section.
- Click the + button to add a new source and select Browser.
- Name your source (e.g., "Sponsorship Overlay") and click OK.
- Paste the copied Overlay URL into the URL field.
- Adjust the width and height to match the requirements set in your campaign brief.
- Click OK to save your changes.
TIP! The Shutdown source when not visible option should be checked if your overlay has a widget that generates sound.
This also reduces computer load, but note it may delay overlay loading when switching sources. To avoid delays, use Studio Mode to preload scenes before transitioning.
FAQs
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Q: Can I use the sponsorship overlay alongside other overlays?
A: Yes, OBS supports multiple overlays. Add each as a separate browser source.
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Q: Can I customize the sponsorship overlay in StreamElements?
A: We suggest using the settings specified in your campaign brief.