Back Up Streamlabs Settings to Cloud

This guide walks you through backing up your Streamlabs Desktop (formerly Streamlabs OBS) settings to the cloud, so your scenes, sources, overlays, and preferences are safe and easy to restore on a new PC or after a reinstall. You’ll need a Streamlabs account and an active internet connection. No other tools are required.

What You’ll Need

A Streamlabs account (free) – you’ll log in to the app with it.
Streamlabs Desktop installed and logged in on your current PC.
Stable internet connection for the upload.

Step-by-Step

Open Streamlabs Desktop and log in with your Streamlabs account if you aren’t already.
Click the gear icon (Settings) in the bottom-left corner.
In the Settings window, select the “Cloud Backup” tab from the left sidebar.
You’ll see a list of your existing cloud backups (if any) and a button to create a new one. Click “Create Backup”.
Give your backup a name (e.g., “Before Overlay Redesign” or “2025-03-01 Setup”). This helps you identify it later.
Choose what to include: you can select Scenes & Sources, Settings, and optionally Overlays if you have custom ones. It’s usually best to include everything.
Click “Start Backup”. The upload may take a few minutes depending on your scene complexity and internet speed.
When the progress bar reaches 100%, you’ll see a confirmation message. Your backup is now stored in the cloud.
To restore on another PC, install Streamlabs Desktop, log in with the same account, go to Settings → Cloud Backup, select your backup, and click “Restore”.

Common Mistakes

Not logging in with the same account – If you use a different Streamlabs account on the new PC, your backups won’t appear.
Selecting only some scenes – If you pick “Scenes & Sources” but forget to include “Settings,” your output and hotkey preferences won’t restore.
Overwriting an existing backup – Creating a new backup doesn’t overwrite old ones, but restoring a backup will replace your current setup. Make sure you’re restoring the right one.
Assuming it’s automatic – Streamlabs does not automatically back up to the cloud unless you manually create a backup. Do it before making major changes.
Forgetting to include overlays – If you have custom overlay files (e.g., from Streamlabs or third-party), they may not be part of the backup unless you explicitly select them.

Tips

Create a backup before every major streaming setup change (new overlay, new scenes, or updating your PC).
Name your backups with dates or keywords so you can find the right one months later.
Keep at least one backup from a known-good state. That way, if a new setup breaks, you can roll back.
If you have a lot of media sources (images, videos, sounds), consider storing the actual files in a separate cloud folder (e.g., Dropbox, Google Drive) and re-linking them after restore, because the backup may not include the media files themselves.
After restoring on a new PC, test your scenes and sources before going live. Some file paths may need to be re-pointed.

Troubleshooting

Backup fails with an error – Check your internet connection. If it’s stable, try restarting Streamlabs and repeating the backup. If the problem persists, log out and back in to refresh your session.
Backup appears but won’t restore – Make sure you’re on the same version of Streamlabs Desktop (or newer). If you’re restoring to an older version, it may not support the backup format. Update the app first.
Restore doesn’t bring back all scenes – Some third-party plugins or custom scripts are not included in cloud backups. You’ll need to reinstall those separately.
Media files missing after restore – As mentioned, the backup stores references to files, not necessarily the files themselves. Re-add the media from your local storage or cloud drive.
Can’t find the Cloud Backup tab – If you’re using an older version of Streamlabs, the option might be under “Settings” → “General” or “Backup.” Update to the latest version to see the dedicated tab.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Streamlabs cloud backup include my webcam and microphone settings?

Yes, your device selections and audio settings are part of “Settings,” so they’re included. However, if you have custom filters or noise suppression from third-party plugins, those may not be backed up.

How many cloud backups can I have?

There is no hard limit, but each backup takes up space on your account. It’s a good practice to delete old backups you no longer need.

Can I back up to the cloud without a Streamlabs account?

No, you need a free Streamlabs account to use the cloud backup feature. The app requires you to be logged in.

Will my backup be available on a different computer?

Yes, as long as you log in with the same Streamlabs account on the new computer, you can access and restore any of your cloud backups.

Does the backup include my alerts and widgets?

Alerts and widgets are tied to your Streamlabs account and are stored separately. They’ll be available automatically when you log in, but the backup may include overlay files if you select them.

Can I schedule automatic cloud backups?

No, Streamlabs Desktop does not have a built-in scheduler for cloud backups. You have to manually create them. You can use third-party tools to automate the process, but that’s not officially supported.

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