Reddit Public Access Network

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RPAN
Type of site
Live Streaming
URLreddit.com/rpan
RegistrationOptional for viewing, needed for upvoting, chatting and streaming
LaunchedAugust 19, 2019

Reddit Public Access Network, commonly known as RPAN, is a live streaming service run by Reddit.[1] Every broadcaster is given a three-hour limit on broadcasting; however, this time limit can be extended if streamers receive Awards from other users.[2] The viewers can interact with streams by upvoting or downvoting, chatting and by giving paid awards. During the off-air hours, 24/7 streaming is possible to the dedicated subreddits, but with limited slots and capabilities.[3]

History[]

On August 19, 2019, Reddit announced RPAN. It was said to be in testing, but they were experimenting with making it a permanent program, as well as a way to increase revenue for the platform.[4]

Later, a five-day testing period began. During the testing period, streaming was for a select group of users, allowing 30 minutes of streaming per person and 100 slots.[5] Everyone who participated in the test also received a trophy that can be viewed on the user's profile.

On March 3, 2020, the expansion to different subreddits was announced and later on March 10, more subreddits were announced.[6][7]

Later on April 15, the ability to give awards to expand the broadcast time was introduced. The price of the award influences the amount of time added, so awards that cost a few cents add only a few seconds to the broadcast time, but the larger awards can expand the time by 5 minutes and more.[2]

On July 1, 2020, RPAN Studio was released, an application that allows users to broadcast live from desktop computers. RPAN Studio has been built on top of OBS, an open-source streaming and recording program.[8]

On August 19, 2020, Reddit temporarily increased streaming times to two hours and allowed broadcasts in full HD to celebrate the platform turning one year old.[9]

On January 13, 2021 Reddit introduced the ability for users to sign up to receive notifications when streamers they follow go live.[10]

On January 28, 2021 Reddit permanently increased streaming times to three hours.[11]

RPAN subreddits[]

Broadcasting is being rolled out to more and more subreddits, but the following are the official RPAN subreddits:

  • r/pan:[12] The original subreddit for RPAN streams, only open for streaming every Wednesday from 1 a.m. – 5 p.m. PST.
  • r/pan_media: The subreddit used for RPAN streams before February 14, 2020.
  • r/AnimalsOnReddit: Our animal and pet sub for all things furry, feathery, scaly and hairy!
  • r/distantsocializing: Stuck in quarantine and going stir-crazy? Share your COVIDeos with other Redditors around the world.
  • r/GlamourSchool: Makeup, fashion and beauty come together in this stylish sub.
  • r/HeadlineWorthy: This is a Reddit Public Access Network (RPAN) broadcast community for newsworthy, real-time content.
  • r/LGBT: For content by or for the LGBTQ+ Community. The home of LGBTQ+ content on Reddit.
  • r/readwithme: Listen along as streamers read out their favorite books and authors discuss their works!
  • r/RedditInTheKitchen: Do you like green eggs and ham? Watch panners cook, fry and bake in this cooking channel!
  • r/RedditMasterClasses: Where smart panners with a very specific set of skills, teach the rest of us these skills.
  • r/RedditSessions: The sub for our talented musicians and composers.
  • r/RedditSets†: The sub for DJs to show us their skills on the mixing table and get the crowd jumping.
  • r/redditsweats: For all your sports and work-out related streams.
  • r/shortcircuit: The home on RPAN for computers, electronics, science, and technology. This includes content like people coding, robotics, scientific discussion, etc.
  • r/talentShow: Show off your skills and special talents (different from our Master Classes where you teach us how to attain these skills and special talents).
  • r/TheArtistStudio: Calling all budding Bob Rosses—this artistic and creative studio is your new home. Share pottery, dance, art, craft, design, and anything artistic.
  • r/TheGamerLounge: For those of you who'd rather be streaming your games on Reddit than Twitch.
  • r/TheYouShow: Chill and hang out with your fellow panners as you talk straight to the camera.
  • r/whereintheworld: Explore the great outdoors and head to other countries without leaving the snugness of your room as you watch other panners head off on great adventures.

Here's a list of subreddits that are not listed as official subreddits on RPAN,[13] but have broadcasting enabled on them anyways:

  • r/banano: Subreddit used to promote the cryptocurrency "Banano" on Reddit.
  • r/ExplosionInvasion: "This place is all about positivity and appreciating the music that moves us. We have deep pop punk and emo roots but no genre is off limits here."[14] Hosted by u/citytown and u/someoneelsesmusic.
  • r/GarageCrew: "The subreddit for Paul's Garage and everyone who's a part of it!"[15]
  • r/HappsNews: "An RPAN community for live content of all types including news, live events, travel and art!"[16]
  • r/Haywire_Hill: Calming and relaxing streams made by various Redditors get streamed here.
  • r/leagueoflegends: Used for a Reddit x Arcane stream on November 6th, 2021 titled, "Live at the Arcane Global Premiere!"[17]
  • r/OfficeDrummer: Usually used by the Reddit user u/MotherTurf ("Reddit's very own Fire Chief"),[18] where he streams himself drumming in office attire or other various costumes.
  • r/PANPlaysPokemon: Subreddit where people control a game of Pokemon using chat commands, hosted by u/IOnlyPlayAsDrif.
  • r/Pottery: Subreddit about the art of making and showcasing pottery.
  • r/tabletoplive: "Broadcast the games you're playing, RPG sessions you're DM'ing, or even minis you're painting with all of the tabletop aficionados of Reddit."[19]
  • r/TheRedditStudio: Used by Reddit admins for broadcasting big events like E3, Comic-con, and more.

Subreddits where only approved users can stream on them have been recently appearing on RPAN also, but the streams on those subreddits can still be viewed by everyone.

†r/RedditSets was created on January 13, 2021 to be a designated subreddit for DJ sets. After its creation, r/RedditSessions stopped allowing DJ broadcasts.

Notable broadcasters[]

References[]

  1. ^ "index - pan". reddit. Retrieved 2020-09-01.
  2. ^ a b "r/pan - Keep your favorite broadcasts *on air* by giving awards". reddit. 15 April 2020. Retrieved 2020-08-05.
  3. ^ "When is RPAN ON-AIR? r/pan". reddit. Retrieved 2020-08-05.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  4. ^ "Reddit Now Lets You Livestream. What Could Go Wrong?". Wired. ISSN 1059-1028. Retrieved 2020-03-11.
  5. ^ Hautala, Laura. "Reddit tests out livestreaming feature called Public Access Network". CNET. Retrieved 2020-03-11.
  6. ^ "r/pan - RPAN Update: TO SUBS AND BEYOND!". reddit. 3 March 2020. Retrieved 2020-08-05.
  7. ^ "r/pan - RPAN Update: TO SUBS AND BEYOND PART 2!". reddit. 10 March 2020. Retrieved 2020-08-05.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  8. ^ "r/RPANStudio - You want a desktop streaming solution, you got it. Introducing RPAN Studio". reddit. Retrieved 2020-08-23.
  9. ^ r/pan - Celebrate RPANcake day with us!, 18 August 2020, retrieved 2020-08-19
  10. ^ "Do you want to receive notifications when your favourite streamers go live?". Do you want to receive notifications when your favourite streamers go live?. 14 January 2021. Retrieved 3 March 2021.
  11. ^ "Stream times are now 3 hours!". 28 January 2021. Retrieved 3 March 2021.
  12. ^ "What subreddits can I broadcast to? RPAN Wiki". reddit. Retrieved 2020-08-05.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  13. ^ "RPAN Wiki". reddit. April 19, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  14. ^ "r/ExplosionInvasion". reddit. November 13, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  15. ^ "r/GarageCrew". reddit. October 4, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  16. ^ "r/HappsNews". reddit. June 19, 2020. Retrieved November 14, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  17. ^ "Live at the Arcane Global Premiere!". reddit. November 6, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  18. ^ "OfficeDrummer". Office Drummer. August 4, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  19. ^ "r/tabletoplive". reddit. July 16, 2020. Retrieved November 14, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  20. ^ "How to Make the Most of a Viral Video". medium. 2 March 2020. Retrieved 2021-01-13.
  21. ^ "r/pan - Oh hey, it's Marc Rebillet. AMA!". reddit. 5 April 2020. Retrieved 2020-08-19.
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