A co-host shares running the session with the main host, helping with presenting, managing chat and questions, or handling the technical side, so the host can focus on the audience.
Webinar Glossary
Co-Host
A co-host is a person who helps run a webinar alongside the main host, sharing presenting or moderating duties.
What is a co-host?
A co-host helps run a webinar alongside the main host, sharing duties like presenting, managing the chat, or handling technical setup. Having a co-host means one person can focus on presenting while the other keeps the session running smoothly.
Co-host vs. moderator
The roles overlap. A co-host shares hosting and presenting duties, while a moderator focuses on managing the audience, questions, and chat. In smaller teams, one person often does both.
When you need a co-host
Co-hosts are useful for larger or interactive sessions, where one person cannot present and manage the audience at the same time. They also add a backup if the main host has connection trouble.
Co-hosting in Livestorm
In Livestorm, you can add multiple hosts and speakers to a session, so a co-host can present, moderate, or manage questions alongside you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a co-host do in a webinar?
What is the difference between a host and a co-host?
The host leads the session and owns the agenda, while the co-host supports by sharing presenting or moderating duties. In small teams one person often plays both roles.
Can a webinar have multiple co-hosts?
Yes. Larger or more interactive sessions often use several co-hosts or moderators to present, manage the audience, and handle questions at the same time.
Do you need a co-host for a webinar?
Not always, but a co-host helps for bigger or interactive sessions where one person cannot present and manage the audience at once. They also provide a backup if the host has connection trouble.
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