StreamTranslate + OBS: Subtitles in 2 Minutes
StreamTranslate works natively with OBS Studio as a browser source. Real-time subtitles and translations without any plugin.
Connect StreamTranslate to OBS →Last updated: March 20, 2026
Quick Answer
StreamTranslate integrates with OBS Studio via browser source — no plugin needed. Create a room at streamtranslate.live/control, copy the overlay URL, add as Browser Source at 1920×1080. Real-time subtitles in under 2 minutes. Works on OBS 27.0+ on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
How It Integrates
OBS has a built-in Chromium engine that loads any URL as a source. StreamTranslate uses this natively. The source listens to your mic, transcribes, translates, and renders subtitles — all as a transparent overlay.
- No OBS plugin to download
- Works on OBS 27.0+ — Windows, macOS, Linux
- Compatible with all OBS scene types
- Under 2-second subtitle latency
Step-by-Step Setup
1. Go to streamtranslate.live/control. Create room, select languages.
2. Copy overlay URL.
3. In OBS: Sources → "+" → Browser. Paste URL. 1920×1080.
4. Position at bottom of scene.
5. Start streaming. Subtitles appear when you speak.
OBS Stats
OBS Studio is used by 30+ million streamers worldwide (OBS Project, 2024). It's the dominant streaming software. StreamTranslate fits seamlessly into the OBS workflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it require an OBS plugin?
No. Works as a browser source URL — a built-in OBS feature.
Does it work on Mac and Linux?
Yes. Works with OBS Studio on all platforms.
Will it affect stream performance?
Minimal — hardware-accelerated browser sources have low CPU overhead on modern systems.
StreamTranslate Team
Published by the StreamTranslate team. We build real-time live stream translation tools for Twitch, Kick, and YouTube, X, and TikTok streamers.
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