Instagram is expanding Live to accommodate more than two broadcasters in a single stream. The platform has unveiled Live Rooms, which will allow up to four people to go live together.

People have been using Instagram’s Live feature a lot more since pandemic-related lockdowns started in 2020. The U.S. government has been using it to spread awareness about COVID-19 pandemic guidelines. In October, Instagram also extended the maximum length of a stream to four hours, up from just an hour. Viewers can buy badges from streamers during a Live for more visibility, after all, they buy products from them.

Users can start broadcasting by swiping left and picking the Live camera option. They’ll then have to tap the Rooms icon and choose guests to add. They can either broadcast with people who’ve requested to go live with them or send invites to other people. The platform assures that users blocked by any of the broadcasters in a Live won’t be able to see it and that all features available to Live hosts, such as the ability to report and block comments, will also be available to Live Rooms hosts.(SD-Agencies)