Whirl: go live, get clipped, get seen

Everything you need

Built for streaming, from day one

Watch, stream, clip and grow your community, all in one place, on any device.

⚡

Low-delay live

Streams reach viewers in about 1–3 seconds, so chat and the stream stay in sync.

✂️

Built-in clip editor

Grab the last 90 seconds, trim 5–60s with drag handles, export normal or vertical.

💬

Chat that's fun and safe

@mentions, emotes, replies, plus mods, timeouts, bans, slow mode and blocked words.

📼

Past broadcasts

Every stream is saved automatically so fans who missed it can catch up.

💸

Tips with 0% cut

Add your PayPal or Ko-fi link. Every penny goes straight to you.

🔔

Never miss a stream

Follow channels and get notified the moment they go live.

🎛️

Theater mode & shortcuts

Big-screen viewing, jump-to-live, and keyboard controls for power users.

🛡️

Account security

2-step verification with any authenticator app, backup codes and device management.

📲

Install it like an app

Add Whirl to your phone or desktop in one tap. No app store needed.

Clip editor

That moment? Clip it in seconds.

Hit ✂️ Clip (or Alt + X) on any live stream and Whirl grabs the last 90 seconds. Drag the handles to pick your highlight and publish.

Pick anywhere from 5 to 60 seconds
Frame-accurate cuts, no awkward starts
One-click vertical 9:16 for TikTok, Reels & Shorts
Shareable link with its own clip page

For creators

Go live in 3 minutes

Whirl works with OBS Studio and any streaming software that supports a custom RTMP server.

Create your channel

Connect OBS

In OBS go to Settings → Stream → Custom and paste the Server and Stream key from your Creator dashboard.

Hit Start Streaming

You're live. Share your link, watch chat roll in, and let fans clip your best moments.

Recommended:Encoder NVENC / x264 H.264Bitrate 4500–6000 KbpsKeyframe interval 2sResolution up to 1080p60

🎥 Create your channel 📖 Read the full guide →

Download

Get Whirl on every device

Install Whirl straight from your browser. It opens in its own window with its own icon, just like an app.

Whirl

Phones, tablets and computers · Free

✓ Whirl is installed. Find it on your home screen or apps list.

💻 Windows & MacIn Chrome or Edge, click Install Whirl above, or the install icon in the address bar.

🤖 AndroidIn Chrome, tap Install Whirl, or ⋮ menu → Install app.

🍏 iPhone & iPadIn Safari, tap Share → Add to Home Screen.

🌐 Any browserNo install needed: just open Whirl and start watching.

Step-by-step install pictures for Android, iPhone & iPad →

FAQ

Questions? Answered.

Is Whirl free?

Yes. Watching, streaming, clipping and chatting are all free. Streamers keep 100% of tips sent through their tip link.

What do I need to stream?

A computer with OBS Studio (free) or any software that supports a custom RTMP server, plus a Whirl account. Your channel's Server and Stream key are in your Creator dashboard.

How do clips work?

While a channel is live, press ✂️ Clip or Alt + X. You'll see the last 90 seconds. Drag the handles to choose 5 to 60 seconds, give it a title and publish. You can also export a vertical 9:16 version.

Are my streams saved?

Yes. Every broadcast is saved to your channel's Past broadcasts automatically. You can delete any video or clip from your channel at any time.

How do tips work?

Add a PayPal.me, Ko-fi or Stripe payment link in your Creator dashboard and a Tip button appears on your channel. Money goes straight from your viewer to you. Whirl never touches it and takes 0%.

How does Whirl keep chat safe?

Streamers can add moderators, time out or ban users, turn on slow mode or followers-only chat, and block words. Anyone can report channels, messages, videos or clips, and urgent reports are prioritised.

How old do I need to be?

You need to be 13 or older to create an account. See the Terms & Community Guidelines for details.

Is there a phone app?

Yes. Install Whirl from your browser using the Download section above. It adds a Whirl icon to your home screen and opens like a normal app.

Go live.
Get clipped.
Get seen.