What is a Webcast webinar?
Webcast webinars are live broadcast-style sessions with up to 3,000 attendees (Enterprise plans) and 1,000 attendees (Pro plans) in listen-only mode (meaning the attendees don't have the option to unmute themselves, they can only listen to the session). This allows organizers to reach bigger audiences with even greater engagement.
The features that are available on your account may vary depending on your subscription plan.
| Device | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 7 – Windows 10 Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) - 10.13 (High Sierra) |
| Software | GoTo Webinar desktop app |
| Device | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 7 – Windows 10 Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) - 10.13 (High Sierra) Linux / Ubuntu (Chrome or Firefox only) Google Chrome OS (Chromebook) (Chrome only) |
| Web browser | Google Chrome (most recent 2 versions) Mozilla Firefox (most recent 2 versions) Apple Safari (most recent 2 versions) Microsoft Edge (most recent 2 versions) |
You can also use our Organizer System Check for Webcast Webinars and Attendee System Check for Webcast Webinars to make sure you are running a supported system.
- To schedule a webcast session, select Webcast as the event type while scheduling a webinar. By default, your system audio settings will be used for staff members. Attendees can only use computer (VoIP) audio and will be in listen-only mode.
- To start a webcast session, see Start a webinar (Classic) or Start a webinar, depending on if you use our classic or new GoTo platform to host your session. Select your preference in the Settings tab of your dashboard.
- To support your attendees in preparing for, joining, and participating in your session, send them our Attendee Guide for Webcast Webinars. By default, they will join through a supported browser, however, they can also download and use our GoTo mobile app to view the session.
