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How to Run Webinars on Crowdcast

How to Run Webinars on Crowdcast

Crowdcast is a browser-based online events platform that simplifies hosting webinars.

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🌟 How to Run Webinars on Crowdcast

Crowdcast is a powerful, browser-based platform designed to make hosting webinars simple, engaging, and effective. Whether you're presenting to prospects and clients, leading a workshop, or running a product demo, Crowdcast equips you with high-quality video streaming and built-in tools to connect with your audience - no downloads required.

With real-time chat, structured Q&A, polls, CTAs, and post-event analytics, Crowdcast makes it easy to create impactful webinars from start to finish.


🚀 Why Use Crowdcast for Webinars?

✨ Key Benefits

  • No Downloads Required: Host and attend webinars directly in your browser.

  • Fast Setup & Branding: Launch beautiful, branded events in minutes.

  • Built-In Engagement Tools: Live chat, Q&A, polls, and calls-to-action.

  • Reliable Streaming: HD video powered by Crowdcast’s robust browser-based infrastructure.

  • Insightful Analytics: Track registration, attendance, replay views, and interaction metrics.

🔧 Features at a Glance

  • Interactive Chat & Q&A: Encourage real-time audience participation.

  • Polls & CTAs: Drive decision-making and engagement during your session.

  • Multi-Session Support: Run series, summits, or recurring webinars with ease.

  • Screen Sharing & Slides: Visually support your message.

  • Built-in Replay Access: Let your audience catch up anytime.


🛠️ Step-by-Step Webinar Setup

Create & Customize Your Event

  • Log in and click “+ New Event.”

  • Add your title, description, date, and time.

  • Choose your privacy setting: Public or Unlisted.

Customize your event page:


📣 Promoting Your Webinar

  • Share the registration link via email, social media, or newsletters.

  • Embed your event on your website or landing page using the embed guide.


💬 Engaging Your Audience

Use Crowdcast’s Interactive Features

  • Live Chat – Encourage discussion and networking.

  • Structured Q&A – Let attendees upvote top questions. Learn more.

  • Polls – Run live feedback or quizzes. Set up polls.

  • Call to Action (CTA) – Prompt attendees to take action. Using CTAs.

Moderate Like a Pro

  • Assign team members as moderators.

  • Remove or report disruptive users using the moderation tools.


🎥 Going Live

Before the Event

  • Run a test event with your co-hosts or panelists. Test event guide.

  • Check your camera, mic, internet, and lighting.

  • Practice screen sharing or presenting slides. Screen sharing how-to.

  • Close background apps for a smoother stream.

During the Event

  • Enter your webinar 10–15 minutes early for final checks.

  • Click “Go Live” when you’re ready. How to go live.

  • Engage actively in chat and Q&A.

  • Use screen sharing to present.

Wrapping Up

  • Thank your attendees and share follow-up resources or a CTA.

  • Click “End Broadcast.”


📊 After the Webinar

Instant Replay Access

Crowdcast automatically records your session for on-demand viewing. Replay settings.

Follow Up with Attendees

  • Send personalized thank-you emails or bonus materials.

  • Download your registration list via CSV. Export guide.

Review Performance


👀 Explore Real Examples

Want to see what’s possible? Visit our Discover Page to browse inspiring webinars and live events hosted on Crowdcast.


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