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Jun 14, 2024
TWITCH: WHAT IT IS, HOW IT FUNCTIONS, PRIME, COST, APP, STREAMING:
Almost every gamer in the world knows
Twitch, for various reasons: perhaps because they dream of becoming a streamer
or connecting with a community of people interested in the same topic or video
game; or to follow one of the personalities on the platform; or even to be able
to enjoy the best of the eSports panorama. Whatever the motivation, know that if
you are looking for information about Twitch, its functioning and its
advantages, then you are in the right place: in the following paragraphs we will
try to provide all the information necessary to start using the platform,
explaining how it works, how to register , how to save videos, what Twitch Prime
is and much more about the world that revolves around this service.
Twitch, what it is and how it works
What is twitch
Twitch, also known as Twitch.tv, is an
online streaming platform specialized in the gaming sector: it is currently the
leader in its sector, and has over 20 million active users per day . The
company, born from an offshoot of Justin.tv to become its main service.
To
understand the importance of Twitch on the global entertainment scene, just look
at the data regarding US Internet traffic: Twitch TV represents 1.8% of the
total , in fourth place.
What does Twitch mean
Literally, Twitch in English translates
as "spasmodic movement": it is the CEO of the company himself who commented on
the reason for this choice, responding to a post from a fan on Reddit:
“It was inspired by 'Twitch gaming', as the wikipedia article says. I
liked the association of 'speed' as well, which I felt matched the fact we were
a live video platform. And I really liked that we could actually buy
twitchtv.com and twitch.tv at reasonable prices!” – Emmett Shear, CEO of Twitch
"Therefore, the name was chosen to
associate the service with something very fast: when your goal is to create a
live streaming platform, where the speed of interaction between streamers and
users is fundamental, such an association reassures users in the early stages
when the product is not yet known to most people; the second reason given for
the choice of the name concerns the association with Twitch gaming, a branch of
games that require considerable speed and reflexes to be beaten.
How Twitch works
How Twitch works is very simple:
anyone who has watched a video on YouTube , Netflix or Prime Video will notice a
familiar interface. Streamers who sign up to the platform can share video
content with other users in real time, through live broadcasts/ 2-3D models ,
either captured from the same computer they use through specific software, such
as OBS , or from external sources such as webcams and cameras.
Users, on the other hand, can search for live or on-demand videos to view via
the search option, which not only allows them to find a person's nickname or
that of the channel associated with them , but also to search by genre and
category. The primary use of Twitch is in fact for streaming gaming content: for
each of the most successful titles such as Fortnite , PUBG , Counter-Strike ,
League of Legends , Overwatch and Valorant , there are dozens, hundreds or
thousands of streamers, but not only. There are also highly appreciated training
and education channels on the platform , such as those dedicated to programming.
How to go live on Twitch? First of all we need to register for the service, and
to do this we will necessarily have to create a new account. Many wonder if
Twitch is free, or do you have to pay a subscription fee to use it. Anyone can
register a basic Twitch account, without paying a penny, which allows you to not
only watch streaming content, but also become a streamer yourself.
![](../images/resource/twitch3.png)
The Twitch interface is
relatively simple: in the search bar at the top we can search for new
content by typing the keywords relating to a game, a channel or a
category. As we said previously, the focus is on gaming, but there are
also music channels , podcasts , streams featuring live performances by
artists , concerts , Q&A sessions (questions and answers) and much more.
Where streamer are using different animations, Panels, Emotes, Logo’s
and 3d models etc, for making their streaming more attractive.
In the central part of the interface we will find Twitch suggestions for
us, based on the channels watched previously. In the upper left part
there is quick access to the channels we follow, the recommended ones,
the explore section and the Music section; at the top right there are
buttons for notifications, private messages, bits and our personal
profile.
Those who are signed up to the Twitch Prime program will also find at
their disposal the icon with a crown, which symbolizes Prime Loot, or
Prime Rewards : a world of advantages that is often updated over time,
mostly made up of objects to be redeemed at inside the games and timed
offers regarding cosmetic items to unlock for various video game titles.
How to register on Twitch
To register an account on
Twitch we follow these steps:
- Let's connect at Twitch
- Click on the Sign up button at the top left
- We complete the form indicating username, password, date of birth, and email
- We will receive a verification code in the email: if we have closed the Twitch window relating to account creation, we will be able to click on the Verify your account button in the body of the email
- After validating the email address by entering the verification code, we will be asked to enter three categories or channels of interest to us: in this way Twitch will be able to recommend further content that it deems suitable for us, based on our tastes
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Once registration is complete
we will find ourselves on the main screen: we can click on the profile
button at the top right and choose whether to set the theme with dark
colors , change the language , set the settings , go to our channel or
view subscriptions and friends list.
If we go to Settings we can access advanced customization options: from
here we can change the image of our virtual avatar , set a profile
banner , change the username (limited to once every two months), create
our own personal biography or deactivate the account
What is a sub on Twitch
Many streamers have real
careers on Twitch: the constant commitment that sees them as
protagonists is driven by the desire to create new content on the
platform, just as happens with any other goal-oriented job. This is why
Twitch integrates a system to support streamers, through a system of
subscriptions and donations. Many of the streamers contact idigicode for
personalizing their channels more visible for subscribers.
A sub , short for subscription , is a paid subscription that users pay
to donate to their favorite channels and creators. There are 3 sub
levels , which allow you to financially support the person or group of
people who are behind the channel: just as you pay for a ticket to watch
a film at the cinema or go to a football match, you can choose to pay a
virtual ticket to make known our appreciation for the contents created.
There is no such thing as A-class and B-class entertainment.
![](../images/resource/twitch4.png)
Subs can be of three levels:
level 1, level 2 and level 3; these cost $4.99, $9.99 and $24.99,
respectively. There are no limits to the number of subscriptions we can
donate, just as it is not necessary to do so: it is a spontaneous
gesture that shows appreciation for the entertainment or information
work used by the channel curator, but it is not mandatory and everyone
can still view all non-exclusive content or content intended for
subscribers present on a channel.
With Twitch Prime it is also possible to give a first level sub for free
, every 30 days: we explain how to do this in the dedicated paragraph
below.
How to save videos on Twitch
Normally, when you share a live
broadcast, it disappears once you're done. However, we can enable Twitch
to save past live streams and list them as Video On Demand or VOD. After
enabling this setting, we can highlight broadcasts and save them to the
channel forever . In the next few lines we will show you how to save
Twitch live streams as VOD and highlights.
How to save a live stream
- Go to the Twitch home page
- Click on your profile icon at the top right
- Go to the Author Dashboard tab
- From the hamburger menu at the top left select Preferences > Channel
- We enable the Archive previous broadcasts toggle
When we finish a live broadcast
we will now find the relevant video in the corresponding section of our
channel: click on the profile icon at the top right and choose Channel >
Videos to view them. We then select the videos we wish to highlight,
which will be saved without ever expiring again.
How to connect Twitch to Fortnite
Fortnite is one of the most
successful games of recent years, and Twitch has certainly played a
fundamental role in its rise. Considered for a long time the king of the
battle royale genre , thanks to its cartoonish graphics and the
simplicity of the controls, which however require time and skill to
perfect them and thus become champions of the arena, Fortnite is
undergoing ruthless competition which has certainly weakened it , but
continues to grind out top-of-the-class numbers.
Now, it is a fact that every game improves significantly if there are
free items available for all users, and Fortnite is no exception: by
connecting your Fortnite account to your Twitch account you can unlock
additional benefits that normal users cannot have . All you need to do
to connect Twitch Prime to Fortnite is this:
- Go to the Fortnite page here
- Click the box for Twitch Prime users and log in
- Connect the accounts, then remember to claim each Fortnite pack
individually by logging in each time you claim one
- Go to your locker and you will see the free loot inside
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How to stream on Twitch from PS4
Many users ask how they can
stream on Twitch from PS4: the service is already contained within the
system, and there is no need to install anything. To be able to use it
we only need to activate an option when we want to start a live video.
Here are the steps to follow to get started immediately and become a
streamer on Twitch:
- Start the game you want to stream
- Press the Share button
- Select Broadcast
- Select Twitch from the available services
- Connect your Twitch profile by entering your user credentials
- Assign a title to the broadcast
- Set streaming options
- Press the Start Broadcast button
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What are Bits
Bits (in the singular bit) are
a virtual good that can be purchased on Twitch, a kind of casino-style
chips that can be donated to streamers to encourage and support them,
but not only that. They are often used by users to get noticed in chat,
or to obtain exclusive advantages or rewards during eSports events, such
as the Overwatch League.
![](../images/resource/twitch9.png)
It is also possible to use the
bits to cheer and show your appreciation and support, for example by
using them to celebrate the achievement of a milestone: depending on the
quantity of bits used for cheering, these will take the form of
particular emoticons with lively animations.
This virtual good must be purchased in order to be used on Twitch. How
much is 1 bit worth? At the time of writing, without any discount or
active offer, 1 bit is worth 0.0154 euros or in general around 1 cent;
the cost of each bit decreases when we buy them in large quantities.
How earnings work on Twitch
We talked about it a few lines
above: there are several ways for content creators to earn on Twitch.
Here we will list the main methods, but the types are almost identical
to those present on other video platforms, such as YouTube, with some
tangible differences only in the monetization model of subscriptions and
donations.
Since we mentioned them, let's talk about subscriptions : Twitch Prime
users can "gift" a sub (subscription) to their favorite channel, once a
month, for free. Channels receive the same amount as a user who
purchases a gift subscription on the Twitch site. Many Twitch Prime
users are very young people who have a Twitch account connected to their
parents' Amazon Prime account: in this way, even those who cannot afford
to financially support their favorite streamers can contribute in their
own small way to making them earn on Twitch.
On average, around 50% of the cost of a subscription is donated to the
channel, with variable percentages reaching up to 70% for the most
popular and largest Affiliates and Partners on the platform. This means,
for example, that by giving away a $9.99 subscription to a channel,
around $5 will land in the streamer's pocket . This allows even those
with an audience made up of small numbers but very loyal in terms of
content to be able to support themselves financially through
subscriptions.
Another method to earn on Twitch is through advertising : companies are
always interested in having an audience belonging to a certain niche
that they can "influence" in the purchase or use of goods and services.
This is why companies pay channels to be able to show short adverts, or
organize partnerships with streamers which allows, through affiliate
programs , to receive a percentage of earnings from the sale of goods
and services, which occurs through the use of a discount code or
personalized purchase link.
The price for this type of service is very variable: there are companies
that pay tens of thousands of euros to be able to view an ad lasting 10
seconds on channels followed by hundreds of thousands of people, but
they could offer a few tens of euros for a channel followed by 500 or
1000 viewers. It is difficult to quantify and have a clear image of how
much companies are willing to pay, because the figures are often kept
secret in the hope of being able to pay as little as possible to those
who are not accustomed to the system.
Donations are also a real possibility of earning money on Twitch
.
The platform has its own form of donations called Bits, but not
all channels can take advantage of it: you must be a Twitch Affiliate or
Partner. Those who are not, however, can ask for donations directly from
their fans and add a PayPal or Patreon link to their personal page, so
users will be free to send money as they deem most appropriate and it is
also possible adding customized one by connecting idigicode in your
profile for becoming more professional.
The last method to earn on Twitch that we want to talk about are
Tournaments : streamers who play at a professional level can participate
in a tournament and win cash prizes . This is a possibility that only a
very small percentage actually manages to implement, but winning a
tournament is a source of income.
However, let's not forget that the money received by streamers is gross
figures : many professional streamers have a VAT number and regularly
pay taxes and contributions, so the figures must be reevaluated net,
i.e. the real earnings on Twitch, which is realistically around 50% or
less than the gross total received.
How to become a Twitch affiliate
Becoming a Twitch partner is
not difficult at all, especially for those starting from scratch and not
knowing where to start. We don't want to give you tips on how to
increase the number of viewers and subscribers on Twitch, but only to
show you how to become a Twitch Affiliate and Twitch Partner, so you can
monetize your channel's followers and subscribers.
When you start on Twitch there is no possibility of monetizing, neither
with bits nor with advertisements: to do this we will have to reach a
certain level of authority on the platform. There are real limits to
overcome and objectives to complete before you can reach the status of
affiliate and, subsequently, that of partner. To become an Affiliate you
must:
- Broadcast for at least 8 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 7 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 3 average viewers in the last 30 days
- Reach and maintain at least 50 followers
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Analyzing these limits, you immediately realize that it is not very
difficult to become an affiliate: an average of 3 viewers during a
broadcast is not much, and a broadcast is required on at least 7
different days within the period of a month.
Becoming a Twitch affiliate unlocks the possibility of earning from
subscriptions, bit donations and advertising: we will be able to send
advertisers during a live broadcast, or even select mid-rolls
(intermission advertising) to show when archived videos are viewed .
To become a Partner we will have to:
- Broadcast for at least 25 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 12 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 75 average viewers in the last 30 days.
![](../images/resource/twitch10.png)
The requirements obviously grow, and for some, reaching 75 viewers on
average will be very difficult, especially when the niche in which you
place yourself is hyper-competitive. Don't give up and continue to
create quality content, studying strategies to give visibility to your
channel, and you will achieve this goal in a short time.
Now, let's assume we have achieved these goals: how to become a Twitch
affiliate or partner? Once these objectives have been achieved, suitable
channels will receive an invitation via email: by clicking on Start in
the email you can begin the registration phase. It involves answering
some questions relevant to you and filling out a form containing your
payment details:
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Twitch, supported apps and platforms
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by Jack
What is twitch
Twitch, also known as Twitch.tv, is an
online streaming platform specialized in the gaming sector: it is currently the
leader in its sector, and has over 20 million active users per day . The
company, born from an offshoot of Justin.tv to become its main service.
To understand the importance of Twitch on the global entertainment scene, just look at the data regarding US Internet traffic: Twitch TV represents 1.8% of the total , in fourth place.
To understand the importance of Twitch on the global entertainment scene, just look at the data regarding US Internet traffic: Twitch TV represents 1.8% of the total , in fourth place.
What does Twitch mean
Literally, Twitch in English translates
as "spasmodic movement": it is the CEO of the company himself who commented on
the reason for this choice, responding to a post from a fan on Reddit:
“It was inspired by 'Twitch gaming', as the wikipedia article says. I liked the association of 'speed' as well, which I felt matched the fact we were a live video platform. And I really liked that we could actually buy twitchtv.com and twitch.tv at reasonable prices!” – Emmett Shear, CEO of Twitch
"Therefore, the name was chosen to
associate the service with something very fast: when your goal is to create a
live streaming platform, where the speed of interaction between streamers and
users is fundamental, such an association reassures users in the early stages
when the product is not yet known to most people; the second reason given for
the choice of the name concerns the association with Twitch gaming, a branch of
games that require considerable speed and reflexes to be beaten.
How Twitch works
How Twitch works is very simple:
anyone who has watched a video on YouTube , Netflix or Prime Video will notice a
familiar interface. Streamers who sign up to the platform can share video
content with other users in real time, through live broadcasts/ 2-3D models ,
either captured from the same computer they use through specific software, such
as OBS , or from external sources such as webcams and cameras.
Users, on the other hand, can search for live or on-demand videos to view via the search option, which not only allows them to find a person's nickname or that of the channel associated with them , but also to search by genre and category. The primary use of Twitch is in fact for streaming gaming content: for each of the most successful titles such as Fortnite , PUBG , Counter-Strike , League of Legends , Overwatch and Valorant , there are dozens, hundreds or thousands of streamers, but not only. There are also highly appreciated training and education channels on the platform , such as those dedicated to programming.
How to go live on Twitch? First of all we need to register for the service, and to do this we will necessarily have to create a new account. Many wonder if Twitch is free, or do you have to pay a subscription fee to use it. Anyone can register a basic Twitch account, without paying a penny, which allows you to not only watch streaming content, but also become a streamer yourself.
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How to stream on Twitch from PS4
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by Jack
Users, on the other hand, can search for live or on-demand videos to view via the search option, which not only allows them to find a person's nickname or that of the channel associated with them , but also to search by genre and category. The primary use of Twitch is in fact for streaming gaming content: for each of the most successful titles such as Fortnite , PUBG , Counter-Strike , League of Legends , Overwatch and Valorant , there are dozens, hundreds or thousands of streamers, but not only. There are also highly appreciated training and education channels on the platform , such as those dedicated to programming.
How to go live on Twitch? First of all we need to register for the service, and to do this we will necessarily have to create a new account. Many wonder if Twitch is free, or do you have to pay a subscription fee to use it. Anyone can register a basic Twitch account, without paying a penny, which allows you to not only watch streaming content, but also become a streamer yourself.
![](../images/resource/twitch3.png)
The Twitch interface is
relatively simple: in the search bar at the top we can search for new
content by typing the keywords relating to a game, a channel or a
category. As we said previously, the focus is on gaming, but there are
also music channels , podcasts , streams featuring live performances by
artists , concerts , Q&A sessions (questions and answers) and much more.
Where streamer are using different animations, Panels, Emotes, Logo’s
and 3d models etc, for making their streaming more attractive.
In the central part of the interface we will find Twitch suggestions for us, based on the channels watched previously. In the upper left part there is quick access to the channels we follow, the recommended ones, the explore section and the Music section; at the top right there are buttons for notifications, private messages, bits and our personal profile.
Those who are signed up to the Twitch Prime program will also find at their disposal the icon with a crown, which symbolizes Prime Loot, or Prime Rewards : a world of advantages that is often updated over time, mostly made up of objects to be redeemed at inside the games and timed offers regarding cosmetic items to unlock for various video game titles.
In the central part of the interface we will find Twitch suggestions for us, based on the channels watched previously. In the upper left part there is quick access to the channels we follow, the recommended ones, the explore section and the Music section; at the top right there are buttons for notifications, private messages, bits and our personal profile.
Those who are signed up to the Twitch Prime program will also find at their disposal the icon with a crown, which symbolizes Prime Loot, or Prime Rewards : a world of advantages that is often updated over time, mostly made up of objects to be redeemed at inside the games and timed offers regarding cosmetic items to unlock for various video game titles.
How to register on Twitch
To register an account on
Twitch we follow these steps:
- Let's connect at Twitch
- Click on the Sign up button at the top left
- We complete the form indicating username, password, date of birth, and email
- We will receive a verification code in the email: if we have closed the Twitch window relating to account creation, we will be able to click on the Verify your account button in the body of the email
- After validating the email address by entering the verification code, we will be asked to enter three categories or channels of interest to us: in this way Twitch will be able to recommend further content that it deems suitable for us, based on our tastes
![](../images/resource/twitch2.png)
Once registration is complete
we will find ourselves on the main screen: we can click on the profile
button at the top right and choose whether to set the theme with dark
colors , change the language , set the settings , go to our channel or
view subscriptions and friends list.
If we go to Settings we can access advanced customization options: from here we can change the image of our virtual avatar , set a profile banner , change the username (limited to once every two months), create our own personal biography or deactivate the account
If we go to Settings we can access advanced customization options: from here we can change the image of our virtual avatar , set a profile banner , change the username (limited to once every two months), create our own personal biography or deactivate the account
What is a sub on Twitch
Many streamers have real
careers on Twitch: the constant commitment that sees them as
protagonists is driven by the desire to create new content on the
platform, just as happens with any other goal-oriented job. This is why
Twitch integrates a system to support streamers, through a system of
subscriptions and donations. Many of the streamers contact idigicode for
personalizing their channels more visible for subscribers.
A sub , short for subscription , is a paid subscription that users pay to donate to their favorite channels and creators. There are 3 sub levels , which allow you to financially support the person or group of people who are behind the channel: just as you pay for a ticket to watch a film at the cinema or go to a football match, you can choose to pay a virtual ticket to make known our appreciation for the contents created. There is no such thing as A-class and B-class entertainment.
A sub , short for subscription , is a paid subscription that users pay to donate to their favorite channels and creators. There are 3 sub levels , which allow you to financially support the person or group of people who are behind the channel: just as you pay for a ticket to watch a film at the cinema or go to a football match, you can choose to pay a virtual ticket to make known our appreciation for the contents created. There is no such thing as A-class and B-class entertainment.
![](../images/resource/twitch4.png)
Subs can be of three levels:
level 1, level 2 and level 3; these cost $4.99, $9.99 and $24.99,
respectively. There are no limits to the number of subscriptions we can
donate, just as it is not necessary to do so: it is a spontaneous
gesture that shows appreciation for the entertainment or information
work used by the channel curator, but it is not mandatory and everyone
can still view all non-exclusive content or content intended for
subscribers present on a channel.
With Twitch Prime it is also possible to give a first level sub for free , every 30 days: we explain how to do this in the dedicated paragraph below.
With Twitch Prime it is also possible to give a first level sub for free , every 30 days: we explain how to do this in the dedicated paragraph below.
How to save videos on Twitch
Normally, when you share a live
broadcast, it disappears once you're done. However, we can enable Twitch
to save past live streams and list them as Video On Demand or VOD. After
enabling this setting, we can highlight broadcasts and save them to the
channel forever . In the next few lines we will show you how to save
Twitch live streams as VOD and highlights.
How to save a live stream
- Go to the Twitch home page
- Click on your profile icon at the top right
- Go to the Author Dashboard tab
- From the hamburger menu at the top left select Preferences > Channel
- We enable the Archive previous broadcasts toggle
When we finish a live broadcast
we will now find the relevant video in the corresponding section of our
channel: click on the profile icon at the top right and choose Channel >
Videos to view them. We then select the videos we wish to highlight,
which will be saved without ever expiring again.
How to connect Twitch to Fortnite
Fortnite is one of the most
successful games of recent years, and Twitch has certainly played a
fundamental role in its rise. Considered for a long time the king of the
battle royale genre , thanks to its cartoonish graphics and the
simplicity of the controls, which however require time and skill to
perfect them and thus become champions of the arena, Fortnite is
undergoing ruthless competition which has certainly weakened it , but
continues to grind out top-of-the-class numbers.
Now, it is a fact that every game improves significantly if there are free items available for all users, and Fortnite is no exception: by connecting your Fortnite account to your Twitch account you can unlock additional benefits that normal users cannot have . All you need to do to connect Twitch Prime to Fortnite is this:
Now, it is a fact that every game improves significantly if there are free items available for all users, and Fortnite is no exception: by connecting your Fortnite account to your Twitch account you can unlock additional benefits that normal users cannot have . All you need to do to connect Twitch Prime to Fortnite is this:
- Go to the Fortnite page here
- Click the box for Twitch Prime users and log in
- Connect the accounts, then remember to claim each Fortnite pack individually by logging in each time you claim one
- Go to your locker and you will see the free loot inside
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How to stream on Twitch from PS4
Many users ask how they can
stream on Twitch from PS4: the service is already contained within the
system, and there is no need to install anything. To be able to use it
we only need to activate an option when we want to start a live video.
Here are the steps to follow to get started immediately and become a
streamer on Twitch:
- Start the game you want to stream
- Press the Share button
- Select Broadcast
- Select Twitch from the available services
- Connect your Twitch profile by entering your user credentials
- Assign a title to the broadcast
- Set streaming options
- Press the Start Broadcast button
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What are Bits
Bits (in the singular bit) are
a virtual good that can be purchased on Twitch, a kind of casino-style
chips that can be donated to streamers to encourage and support them,
but not only that. They are often used by users to get noticed in chat,
or to obtain exclusive advantages or rewards during eSports events, such
as the Overwatch League.
![](../images/resource/twitch9.png)
It is also possible to use the
bits to cheer and show your appreciation and support, for example by
using them to celebrate the achievement of a milestone: depending on the
quantity of bits used for cheering, these will take the form of
particular emoticons with lively animations.
This virtual good must be purchased in order to be used on Twitch. How
much is 1 bit worth? At the time of writing, without any discount or
active offer, 1 bit is worth 0.0154 euros or in general around 1 cent;
the cost of each bit decreases when we buy them in large quantities.
How earnings work on Twitch
We talked about it a few lines
above: there are several ways for content creators to earn on Twitch.
Here we will list the main methods, but the types are almost identical
to those present on other video platforms, such as YouTube, with some
tangible differences only in the monetization model of subscriptions and
donations.
Since we mentioned them, let's talk about subscriptions : Twitch Prime
users can "gift" a sub (subscription) to their favorite channel, once a
month, for free. Channels receive the same amount as a user who
purchases a gift subscription on the Twitch site. Many Twitch Prime
users are very young people who have a Twitch account connected to their
parents' Amazon Prime account: in this way, even those who cannot afford
to financially support their favorite streamers can contribute in their
own small way to making them earn on Twitch.
On average, around 50% of the cost of a subscription is donated to the
channel, with variable percentages reaching up to 70% for the most
popular and largest Affiliates and Partners on the platform. This means,
for example, that by giving away a $9.99 subscription to a channel,
around $5 will land in the streamer's pocket . This allows even those
with an audience made up of small numbers but very loyal in terms of
content to be able to support themselves financially through
subscriptions.
Another method to earn on Twitch is through advertising : companies are
always interested in having an audience belonging to a certain niche
that they can "influence" in the purchase or use of goods and services.
This is why companies pay channels to be able to show short adverts, or
organize partnerships with streamers which allows, through affiliate
programs , to receive a percentage of earnings from the sale of goods
and services, which occurs through the use of a discount code or
personalized purchase link.
The price for this type of service is very variable: there are companies
that pay tens of thousands of euros to be able to view an ad lasting 10
seconds on channels followed by hundreds of thousands of people, but
they could offer a few tens of euros for a channel followed by 500 or
1000 viewers. It is difficult to quantify and have a clear image of how
much companies are willing to pay, because the figures are often kept
secret in the hope of being able to pay as little as possible to those
who are not accustomed to the system.
Donations are also a real possibility of earning money on Twitch
.
The platform has its own form of donations called Bits, but not
all channels can take advantage of it: you must be a Twitch Affiliate or
Partner. Those who are not, however, can ask for donations directly from
their fans and add a PayPal or Patreon link to their personal page, so
users will be free to send money as they deem most appropriate and it is
also possible adding customized one by connecting idigicode in your
profile for becoming more professional.
The last method to earn on Twitch that we want to talk about are
Tournaments : streamers who play at a professional level can participate
in a tournament and win cash prizes . This is a possibility that only a
very small percentage actually manages to implement, but winning a
tournament is a source of income.
However, let's not forget that the money received by streamers is gross
figures : many professional streamers have a VAT number and regularly
pay taxes and contributions, so the figures must be reevaluated net,
i.e. the real earnings on Twitch, which is realistically around 50% or
less than the gross total received.
How to become a Twitch affiliate
Becoming a Twitch partner is
not difficult at all, especially for those starting from scratch and not
knowing where to start. We don't want to give you tips on how to
increase the number of viewers and subscribers on Twitch, but only to
show you how to become a Twitch Affiliate and Twitch Partner, so you can
monetize your channel's followers and subscribers.
When you start on Twitch there is no possibility of monetizing, neither
with bits nor with advertisements: to do this we will have to reach a
certain level of authority on the platform. There are real limits to
overcome and objectives to complete before you can reach the status of
affiliate and, subsequently, that of partner. To become an Affiliate you
must:
- Broadcast for at least 8 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 7 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 3 average viewers in the last 30 days
- Reach and maintain at least 50 followers
![](../images/resource/twitch8.png)
Analyzing these limits, you immediately realize that it is not very
difficult to become an affiliate: an average of 3 viewers during a
broadcast is not much, and a broadcast is required on at least 7
different days within the period of a month.
Becoming a Twitch affiliate unlocks the possibility of earning from
subscriptions, bit donations and advertising: we will be able to send
advertisers during a live broadcast, or even select mid-rolls
(intermission advertising) to show when archived videos are viewed .
To become a Partner we will have to:
- Broadcast for at least 25 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 12 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 75 average viewers in the last 30 days.
![](../images/resource/twitch10.png)
The requirements obviously grow, and for some, reaching 75 viewers on
average will be very difficult, especially when the niche in which you
place yourself is hyper-competitive. Don't give up and continue to
create quality content, studying strategies to give visibility to your
channel, and you will achieve this goal in a short time.
Now, let's assume we have achieved these goals: how to become a Twitch
affiliate or partner? Once these objectives have been achieved, suitable
channels will receive an invitation via email: by clicking on Start in
the email you can begin the registration phase. It involves answering
some questions relevant to you and filling out a form containing your
payment details:
![](../images/resource/blog-5.jpg)
Twitch, supported apps and platforms
![](../images/resource/twitch6.png)
Bits (in the singular bit) are
a virtual good that can be purchased on Twitch, a kind of casino-style
chips that can be donated to streamers to encourage and support them,
but not only that. They are often used by users to get noticed in chat,
or to obtain exclusive advantages or rewards during eSports events, such
as the Overwatch League.
![](../images/resource/twitch9.png)
It is also possible to use the
bits to cheer and show your appreciation and support, for example by
using them to celebrate the achievement of a milestone: depending on the
quantity of bits used for cheering, these will take the form of
particular emoticons with lively animations.
This virtual good must be purchased in order to be used on Twitch. How much is 1 bit worth? At the time of writing, without any discount or active offer, 1 bit is worth 0.0154 euros or in general around 1 cent; the cost of each bit decreases when we buy them in large quantities.
This virtual good must be purchased in order to be used on Twitch. How much is 1 bit worth? At the time of writing, without any discount or active offer, 1 bit is worth 0.0154 euros or in general around 1 cent; the cost of each bit decreases when we buy them in large quantities.
How earnings work on Twitch
We talked about it a few lines
above: there are several ways for content creators to earn on Twitch.
Here we will list the main methods, but the types are almost identical
to those present on other video platforms, such as YouTube, with some
tangible differences only in the monetization model of subscriptions and
donations.
Since we mentioned them, let's talk about subscriptions : Twitch Prime
users can "gift" a sub (subscription) to their favorite channel, once a
month, for free. Channels receive the same amount as a user who
purchases a gift subscription on the Twitch site. Many Twitch Prime
users are very young people who have a Twitch account connected to their
parents' Amazon Prime account: in this way, even those who cannot afford
to financially support their favorite streamers can contribute in their
own small way to making them earn on Twitch.
On average, around 50% of the cost of a subscription is donated to the
channel, with variable percentages reaching up to 70% for the most
popular and largest Affiliates and Partners on the platform. This means,
for example, that by giving away a $9.99 subscription to a channel,
around $5 will land in the streamer's pocket . This allows even those
with an audience made up of small numbers but very loyal in terms of
content to be able to support themselves financially through
subscriptions.
Another method to earn on Twitch is through advertising : companies are
always interested in having an audience belonging to a certain niche
that they can "influence" in the purchase or use of goods and services.
This is why companies pay channels to be able to show short adverts, or
organize partnerships with streamers which allows, through affiliate
programs , to receive a percentage of earnings from the sale of goods
and services, which occurs through the use of a discount code or
personalized purchase link.
The price for this type of service is very variable: there are companies
that pay tens of thousands of euros to be able to view an ad lasting 10
seconds on channels followed by hundreds of thousands of people, but
they could offer a few tens of euros for a channel followed by 500 or
1000 viewers. It is difficult to quantify and have a clear image of how
much companies are willing to pay, because the figures are often kept
secret in the hope of being able to pay as little as possible to those
who are not accustomed to the system.
Donations are also a real possibility of earning money on Twitch
.
The platform has its own form of donations called Bits, but not
all channels can take advantage of it: you must be a Twitch Affiliate or
Partner. Those who are not, however, can ask for donations directly from
their fans and add a PayPal or Patreon link to their personal page, so
users will be free to send money as they deem most appropriate and it is
also possible adding customized one by connecting idigicode in your
profile for becoming more professional.
The last method to earn on Twitch that we want to talk about are
Tournaments : streamers who play at a professional level can participate
in a tournament and win cash prizes . This is a possibility that only a
very small percentage actually manages to implement, but winning a
tournament is a source of income.
However, let's not forget that the money received by streamers is gross
figures : many professional streamers have a VAT number and regularly
pay taxes and contributions, so the figures must be reevaluated net,
i.e. the real earnings on Twitch, which is realistically around 50% or
less than the gross total received.
How to become a Twitch affiliate
Becoming a Twitch partner is
not difficult at all, especially for those starting from scratch and not
knowing where to start. We don't want to give you tips on how to
increase the number of viewers and subscribers on Twitch, but only to
show you how to become a Twitch Affiliate and Twitch Partner, so you can
monetize your channel's followers and subscribers.
When you start on Twitch there is no possibility of monetizing, neither
with bits nor with advertisements: to do this we will have to reach a
certain level of authority on the platform. There are real limits to
overcome and objectives to complete before you can reach the status of
affiliate and, subsequently, that of partner. To become an Affiliate you
must:
- Broadcast for at least 8 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 7 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 3 average viewers in the last 30 days
- Reach and maintain at least 50 followers
![](../images/resource/twitch8.png)
Analyzing these limits, you immediately realize that it is not very
difficult to become an affiliate: an average of 3 viewers during a
broadcast is not much, and a broadcast is required on at least 7
different days within the period of a month.
Becoming a Twitch affiliate unlocks the possibility of earning from
subscriptions, bit donations and advertising: we will be able to send
advertisers during a live broadcast, or even select mid-rolls
(intermission advertising) to show when archived videos are viewed .
To become a Partner we will have to:
- Broadcast for at least 25 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 12 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 75 average viewers in the last 30 days.
![](../images/resource/twitch10.png)
The requirements obviously grow, and for some, reaching 75 viewers on
average will be very difficult, especially when the niche in which you
place yourself is hyper-competitive. Don't give up and continue to
create quality content, studying strategies to give visibility to your
channel, and you will achieve this goal in a short time.
Now, let's assume we have achieved these goals: how to become a Twitch
affiliate or partner? Once these objectives have been achieved, suitable
channels will receive an invitation via email: by clicking on Start in
the email you can begin the registration phase. It involves answering
some questions relevant to you and filling out a form containing your
payment details:
![](../images/resource/blog-5.jpg)
Twitch, supported apps and platforms
Since we mentioned them, let's talk about subscriptions : Twitch Prime users can "gift" a sub (subscription) to their favorite channel, once a month, for free. Channels receive the same amount as a user who purchases a gift subscription on the Twitch site. Many Twitch Prime users are very young people who have a Twitch account connected to their parents' Amazon Prime account: in this way, even those who cannot afford to financially support their favorite streamers can contribute in their own small way to making them earn on Twitch.
On average, around 50% of the cost of a subscription is donated to the channel, with variable percentages reaching up to 70% for the most popular and largest Affiliates and Partners on the platform. This means, for example, that by giving away a $9.99 subscription to a channel, around $5 will land in the streamer's pocket . This allows even those with an audience made up of small numbers but very loyal in terms of content to be able to support themselves financially through subscriptions.
Another method to earn on Twitch is through advertising : companies are always interested in having an audience belonging to a certain niche that they can "influence" in the purchase or use of goods and services. This is why companies pay channels to be able to show short adverts, or organize partnerships with streamers which allows, through affiliate programs , to receive a percentage of earnings from the sale of goods and services, which occurs through the use of a discount code or personalized purchase link.
The price for this type of service is very variable: there are companies that pay tens of thousands of euros to be able to view an ad lasting 10 seconds on channels followed by hundreds of thousands of people, but they could offer a few tens of euros for a channel followed by 500 or 1000 viewers. It is difficult to quantify and have a clear image of how much companies are willing to pay, because the figures are often kept secret in the hope of being able to pay as little as possible to those who are not accustomed to the system. Donations are also a real possibility of earning money on Twitch .
The platform has its own form of donations called Bits, but not all channels can take advantage of it: you must be a Twitch Affiliate or Partner. Those who are not, however, can ask for donations directly from their fans and add a PayPal or Patreon link to their personal page, so users will be free to send money as they deem most appropriate and it is also possible adding customized one by connecting idigicode in your profile for becoming more professional. The last method to earn on Twitch that we want to talk about are Tournaments : streamers who play at a professional level can participate in a tournament and win cash prizes . This is a possibility that only a very small percentage actually manages to implement, but winning a tournament is a source of income.
However, let's not forget that the money received by streamers is gross figures : many professional streamers have a VAT number and regularly pay taxes and contributions, so the figures must be reevaluated net, i.e. the real earnings on Twitch, which is realistically around 50% or less than the gross total received.
Becoming a Twitch partner is
not difficult at all, especially for those starting from scratch and not
knowing where to start. We don't want to give you tips on how to
increase the number of viewers and subscribers on Twitch, but only to
show you how to become a Twitch Affiliate and Twitch Partner, so you can
monetize your channel's followers and subscribers.
When you start on Twitch there is no possibility of monetizing, neither
with bits nor with advertisements: to do this we will have to reach a
certain level of authority on the platform. There are real limits to
overcome and objectives to complete before you can reach the status of
affiliate and, subsequently, that of partner. To become an Affiliate you
must:
- Broadcast for at least 8 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 7 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 3 average viewers in the last 30 days
- Reach and maintain at least 50 followers
![](../images/resource/twitch8.png)
Analyzing these limits, you immediately realize that it is not very
difficult to become an affiliate: an average of 3 viewers during a
broadcast is not much, and a broadcast is required on at least 7
different days within the period of a month.
Becoming a Twitch affiliate unlocks the possibility of earning from
subscriptions, bit donations and advertising: we will be able to send
advertisers during a live broadcast, or even select mid-rolls
(intermission advertising) to show when archived videos are viewed .
To become a Partner we will have to:
- Broadcast for at least 25 hours in the last 30 days
- Transmit on at least 12 different days in the last 30 days
- Reach 75 average viewers in the last 30 days.
![](../images/resource/twitch10.png)
The requirements obviously grow, and for some, reaching 75 viewers on
average will be very difficult, especially when the niche in which you
place yourself is hyper-competitive. Don't give up and continue to
create quality content, studying strategies to give visibility to your
channel, and you will achieve this goal in a short time.
Now, let's assume we have achieved these goals: how to become a Twitch affiliate or partner? Once these objectives have been achieved, suitable channels will receive an invitation via email: by clicking on Start in the email you can begin the registration phase. It involves answering some questions relevant to you and filling out a form containing your payment details:
Now, let's assume we have achieved these goals: how to become a Twitch affiliate or partner? Once these objectives have been achieved, suitable channels will receive an invitation via email: by clicking on Start in the email you can begin the registration phase. It involves answering some questions relevant to you and filling out a form containing your payment details:
![](../images/resource/blog-5.jpg)
Twitch, supported apps and platforms
![](../images/resource/admin-1.png)