This article explains the key differences between live webinars and automated webinars, also called autowebinars.
Use it when you want to choose the right webinar format based on whether you need real-time interaction, scheduled replay-style sessions, or a scalable presentation that runs without you being present.
Webinars are online presentations or conferences designed to engage an audience remotely. There are two main formats in Learnybox: live webinars and automated webinars (also known as evergreen webinars). Here’s how they differ:
Live Webinars
Broadcast in real time at a specific date and time.
Allow for live interaction with viewers — answer questions, respond to comments, and engage directly.
Ideal for real-time engagement, audience connection, and responding to spontaneous feedback.
Automated Webinars (Evergreen Webinars)
Use pre-recorded videos scheduled to play automatically at set times (e.g., every Monday, once a month).
Simulate a live experience but do not include real-time interaction.
Can include automated features like simulated chat, polls, or call-to-action buttons.
Ideal for reaching audiences at scale without needing to be present.
Converting a Live Webinar into an Automated Webinar
You can repurpose a live webinar recording as an automated webinar.
This allows you to continue using your content while giving new viewers the impression of a live session.
Use live webinars for engagement and trust-building, and automated webinars to scale your reach and maximize reuse of valuable content.