On-demand webinars are pre-recorded webinars that are accessible to viewers at any time.

## What is an On-demand Webinar?

An on-demand webinar is a pre-recorded webinar that is available at any time. It can be hosted on a website, blog, or anywhere a link or video can be embedded. Registrations remain open indefinitely for on-demand webinars, making them a great source of ongoing lead generation.

Since on-demand webinars are [pre-recorded](/content/learn/how-to-record-a-webinar/index.html), they can easily be repurposed from recordings of past [live webinars](/content/learn/live-webinar/index.html). On-demand webinars can also be pre-recorded and not broadcasted in real-time.

Registering for on-demand webinars follows a similar process to live webinars, except the [registrant](/content/webinar-glossary/registrant/index.html) does not have to wait until a specific date and time to watch the content. After registering, [attendees](/content/webinar-glossary/attendee/index.html) are instantly redirected to watch the webinar. This means more registrants view on-demand webinars than live webinars.

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## What is Another Word for On-demand Webinars?

**_Synonyms:_**  evergreen webinar, on-demand webinar, autowebinar, pre-recorded webinar, just-in-time webinar, asynchronous webinar, or interactive video

## What is the Difference Between On-demand and Live Webinars?

On-demand webinars are pre-recorded and therefore can be accessed at all times. Live webinars are broadcast in real-time and take place on a specific date and time, therefore they need to be planned in advance. Usually live webinars can only be accessed at their scheduled time, however the [best webinar platforms](/content/learn/best-webinar-software/index.html) allow you to use the replay as an on-demand webinar.

Despite being less accessible, live webinars are much more engaging for viewers. It's also easier to [create interaction](/content/learn/how-to-make-a-webinar-interactive/index.html) during a live presentation. Viewers can ask questions, submit polls, or participate in chat during a live webinar and receive feedback from the presenters in real-time.

## What are the Benefits of On-demand Webinars?

[On-demand webinars](/content/learn/on-demand-webinars/index.html) allow you to expand reach and engage with a larger audience. As on-demand webinars are pre-recorded they allow people to access content immediately, regardless of where they are in the world. For corporate employees or professionals who may not have the time to attend a live webinar this can be especially helpful.

On-demand webinars are regarded as evergreen content, meaning they don't lose their relevance. Topics for these webinars will remain relevant, regardless of factors like date or time.

## When Should you Use On-demand Webinars?

On-demand webinars are great for top-of-funnel [lead generation](/content/learn/webinar-lead-generation/index.html) and qualifying leads. Since on-demand webinars are pre-recorded the content is readily accessible to leads reducing the need to speak with a salesperson.