> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.dfine.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# The stream is jittering

> Fix a shaky or stuttering stream when you publish from OBS.

If your stream stutters or jitters while you use OBS, two things usually cause it: an outdated profile or the wrong encoder.

<Note>
  This applies to OBS streaming for **both** dfine.io products — Streaming Classic and Review livestreaming.
</Note>

## Use the latest profile

Make sure you use the current OBS profile that matches your plan. You can download it any time.

<Card title="Download the OBS profiles" icon="download" href="https://www.dfine.io/download">
  Latency under one second, online monitoring up to 4K, with pay as you go pricing.
</Card>

## Use the x264 encoder

Our servers work best with the x264 encoder in OBS. In OBS, open **Settings**, then **Output**, then check that the encoder is set to x264.

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## Match your video settings

Make sure your video settings match the source of your working environment.

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  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/dfineiogmbh/G5xSKB6elOdxLHD5/images/guides/4gy4t-4801-2.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=G5xSKB6elOdxLHD5&q=85&s=546523beb10af4f6931444db36a0042a" alt="OBS video settings that match the source format" width="2098" height="1652" data-path="images/guides/4gy4t-4801-2.png" />
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<Card title="Keep your quality high" icon="gauge" href="/en/quality-of-stream">
  A short checklist to get the best possible playback.
</Card>