How to Start Live Streaming on BIGO: A Beginner’s Guide (2026)
Updated: Oct 19
Want to know how to start live streaming on BIGO? Live streaming is one of the easiest ways to build a personal brand and earn income from home, and BIGO LIVE is one of the biggest platforms to do it on. This step-by-step guide walks you through everything, from your setup and audition to your first streams and how official hosts get paid.
Step 1: Decide how you want to stream
There are two ways to start on BIGO LIVE:
Going solo: download the app and go live. You only earn the cash value of the beans viewers send you (210 beans = $1 USD).
Becoming an official host: audition through an agency and unlock BIGO's monthly pay chart, which pays you extra on top of your beans when you hit your hour and bean targets.
For example, 10,000 beans is worth about $47 on its own. An official host who also streams 30 hours that month earns an extra $100, for about $147 total. See the full breakdown in BIGO LIVE Agency vs Going Solo.
Step 2: Get your setup ready
You don't need fancy equipment. Most new hosts start with:
A smartphone with a good front camera
A ring light, placed in front of you so your face is bright
A tripod or phone stand at eye level
Strong, stable wifi
A quiet, tidy space with nothing personal in the background
Check the full list in our BIGO LIVE host requirements checklist.
Step 3: Apply through an agency
To become an official host, you need to join through a BIGO LIVE agency like Honey Hive Talent. Fill out our short application. If you're selected, we'll contact you within 72 hours by WhatsApp, or by text or email if you don't use WhatsApp. You'll get a short explainer video and a message with your next steps.
Step 4: Download BIGO LIVE and record your audition
Next, download the BIGO LIVE app, create your account and record your audition video. Don't stress about this part. We give you a short script to say, so you know exactly what to do. Want to feel extra prepared? Read How to Pass Your BIGO Live Audition on the First Try.
Step 5: Learn the basics and go live
Once you pass your audition, you'll get access to our host training site. Then go live once or twice to get comfortable, and we'll book a one-on-one call to go over everything, answer your questions and plan your next steps.
Step 6: Choose your program
Monthly hosting program: stream at least 30 hours a month and earn from the North America pay chart. Tiers start at 5,000 beans and go up to 8 million beans a month.
Bean Rush: weekly pay based on your beans, with no hour requirement. Great if you're busy or want to stream part-time. Learn more in our Bean Rush guide.
Step 7: Plan your first streams
Going live with a loose plan makes it much easier to keep the conversation going. Try these ideas:
Introduce yourself: where you're from, your hobbies, what viewers can expect from your lives
Greet every viewer by name as they join
Ask easy questions to get the chat talking
Join a PK battle or multi-room to meet new viewers
End with a reason to come back, like "same time tomorrow!"
Timing matters too. See our guide to the best times to stream on BIGO in Canada and the USA.
Step 8: Stay consistent and keep growing
The hosts who grow fastest show up regularly. Pick a schedule you can stick to, tease your lives on TikTok or Instagram Stories before you go live, and track which times bring you the most viewers. Everyone starts small, so don't give up after a few slow streams.
Your first-week checklist
Apply to an agency
Set up your phone, ring light and stand
Download BIGO LIVE and create your account
Record your audition video
Go live once or twice
Book your one-on-one call and choose your program
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to start live streaming on BIGO?
No. Many hosts start with zero experience and no following. If you're friendly and enjoy chatting, you can learn the rest.
How much can a beginner make on BIGO?
It depends on your beans and hours. As a simple example, an official host who streams 30 hours and receives 10,000 beans in a month makes about $147 USD, compared to about $47 going solo.
Do I have to show my face?
Yes. BIGO LIVE is face-to-face live streaming, so viewers need to see you.
Is the audition hard?
No. It's short and straightforward, and we give you the script.
Ready to start your live streaming journey?
Honey Hive Talent is recruiting new BIGO LIVE hosts 18+ in Canada and the USA. Apply today and we'll guide you through every step.
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