Direct answer: Simulive on Canapii is a content type that plays a pre-recorded video at a specific scheduled time, giving attendees the experience of a live session without the risks and complexity of live production. Attendees can only watch the video at the scheduled time, not on demand. It combines the reliability of pre-recorded content with the urgency of live events.
Who this is for: Organisers wanting live-feel sessions without full live production
Time to complete: 10–15 minutes to set up
Upload your pre-recorded video to the Assets section of your session. Set the session type to Simulive and configure the scheduled date and time. When the scheduled time arrives, the video plays automatically for attendees who are watching.
Simulive sessions can include all interactive features including live Q&A, polls and chat, which can be managed by a moderator in real time while the video plays, creating a truly live feel.
Related questions
Can attendees watch a Simulive session on demand after it has aired?
No. Simulive sessions are only accessible at their scheduled time. To offer on-demand replay, you can convert the session to a VOD after the Simulive has aired.
Can I add live Q&A to a Simulive session on Canapii?
Yes. Interactive features including live Q&A, polls and chat can all be enabled for Simulive sessions, allowing a moderator to engage with attendees in real time while the pre-recorded video plays.
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Last updated: June 2026