How to Add a Thumbnail or a Trailer to a YoloCast Event

Picture a viewer who clicks your event link five minutes early. What do they see? Without any setup, the player can look empty. So they may leave and never come back.

However, a thumbnail or a trailer fixes that. It gives viewers something to look at while they wait. It also tells them what the event is about and who is hosting it.

This guide explains why these settings matter. Then it shows how to add a thumbnail and how to add a trailer. Finally, it covers Appearance Settings, where you add a message and a countdown.

Why Should You Set a Thumbnail and Trailer?

A thumbnail or trailer gives viewers something to see before you go live. It tells them what the event is about, shows your brand, and keeps them on the page while they wait. It also makes your event look planned and professional.

Here is what these settings do for you:

• They set the topic. Add a hint about what is coming, like the guest, the match, or the theme.
• They show your brand. Put your logo right on the image.
• They answer “when does it start?” A pre-roll message and a countdown tell viewers when to expect you.
• They give viewers somewhere to go. Related events point people to more of your content.

How Do You Set a Thumbnail for Your YoloCast Event?

To set a thumbnail, create a live event on the YoloCast home page. Then add your image on the event details page. After that, open Appearance Settings to add a pre-roll message, a countdown timer, and related events.

Here is the full process, step by step:

1. Create a live event on the home page. Click Create Live Event to start.
2. Add a thumbnail image on the details page. The image can include useful information. For example, you can add a hint about the event theme, or your logo.
3. Create the event. Finish the other details, then click Create.
4. Open Appearance Settings. On the event details page, click the icon below the preview box.
5. Choose your settings. Appearance Settings has three options for a thumbnail:
   • Show Pre-roll Message: Add a message for your viewers. For example, write “The Event Is About To Start.” You can also write anything else you want viewers to know.
   • Countdown Timer: Show a countdown on top of the player. This lets viewers know when you will be going live.
   • Show Related Event: Turn this on to show a related event to your viewers.

How Do You Set a Trailer for Your YoloCast Event?

To set a trailer, create a live event on the YoloCast home page. Then add your trailer video on the event details page. After that, open Appearance Settings to add a pre-roll message and related events.

Here is the full process, step by step:

1. Create a live event on the home page. Click Create Live Event to start.
2. Add a trailer video on the details page. Upload the video you want viewers to see.
3. Create the event. Finish the other details, then click Create.
4. Open Appearance Settings. On the event details page, click the icon below the preview box.
5. Choose your settings. Appearance Settings has two options for a trailer:
   • Show Pre-roll Message: Add a message for your viewers. For example, write “The Event Is About To Start.” You can also write anything else you want viewers to know.
   • Show Related Event: Turn this on to show a related event to your viewers.

Thumbnail or Trailer: Which Should You Use?

In short, use a thumbnail for most events. It is quick to make, and it gives you a countdown timer too. However, use a trailer to tease a big event with video, like a concert, a launch, or a tournament.

Ready to Set Up Your Next Event?

Overall, a thumbnail or trailer takes only a few minutes to add. First, create your event and add your image or video. Next, open Appearance Settings and add your message. Then turn on the countdown or related events.

If you want to use trailers, compare YoloCast plans to find the one that fits you.

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Suzy Su

Suzy Su is a Customer Success Specialist at YoloLiv. She is dedicated to empowering users to explore YoloCast’s full range of features and tackle everyday challenges with confidence. Beyond direct support, she also crafts helpful articles packed with actionable tips, step-by-step troubleshooting advice, and proven best practices — all designed to help users unlock greater value from YoloCast.