An attendee taps a raise hand button to signal they want to speak, and the host sees the request and can invite them to contribute at the right moment.
Webinar Glossary
Raise Hand
The raise hand feature lets attendees signal that they want to speak or ask a question during a session.
What is the raise hand feature?
Raise hand is a feature that lets attendees signal they want to speak or ask a question, without interrupting the presenter. It mirrors raising your hand in a physical room, giving hosts an orderly way to manage participation.
Why the raise hand feature matters
In large online sessions, letting everyone talk at once causes chaos. Raise hand keeps things organized: attendees flag that they want to contribute, and the host invites them to speak when the moment is right. It gives quieter participants a clear way in.
How to use raise hand effectively
Tell attendees at the start how to raise their hand and when you will take contributions. Watch for raised hands during natural pauses, and pair the feature with chat and questions so people can choose how to participate.
Engagement features in Livestorm
Livestorm includes interaction features that let attendees raise their hand, join the stage, ask questions, and vote in polls, so your sessions stay two-way.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the raise hand feature work?
What happens when you raise your hand in a webinar?
The host is notified and can bring you on stage or unmute you to speak. It is a way to request the floor without interrupting the presenter.
Can the host see who raised their hand?
Yes. The host sees which attendees have raised their hand, usually in the order they did, so they can call on people fairly.
What is the difference between raise hand and chat?
Raise hand is a request to speak out loud, while chat is for typed messages. Many sessions use both so attendees can choose how they want to take part.
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