First thing's first - How did we get here? Starting in May 2020, representatives of many record labels began sending thousands of DMCA takedown requests to Twitch. They mainly focused on snippets of tracks present in years-old clips. This is an issue that has affected partners and affiliates alike, and Twitch does not expect this trend to slow down. You can read more about … [Read more...] about DMCA on Twitch – Why it Matters & What to Do
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Best Horror Games to Stream on Twitch
Spooky season has arrived and with it, a desire to stream and watch horror games on Twitch. Let's talk about some of the best horror games of all time that are sure to give you and your viewers a scare! Silent Hill 2 (2001) Oldie but a Goodie A standout in the main Silent Hill series with its shocking story, this game is sure to stir up nostalgia (and fear) in … [Read more...] about Best Horror Games to Stream on Twitch
How to become a Twitch Partner, Don’t Worry About It
Thousands of Twitch streamers have one goal—becoming a Twitch Partner to get that holy grail of a checkmark next to their name and thereby ascending into the higher ranks of the streamer pecking order. Well, bookmark this page, because you're going to want to come back to this to remind yourself of how you should really be orienting your goals if you're looking to … [Read more...] about How to become a Twitch Partner, Don’t Worry About It
Make Money on Twitch – Monetizing Your Stream
Let's talk about making money on Twitch. It requires a lot of thought, hard work, and maybe even a little bit of luck. Let's dig into the ways that you can monetize your stream and make a few bucks so you can continue to improve your broadcasts. Getting past the awkward stage When you first start streaming, your ability to make money rests outside of the Twitch ecosystem. … [Read more...] about Make Money on Twitch – Monetizing Your Stream
Playing with Viewers — Should You Do It?
Playing games both on and off-stream with viewers is a personal decision. Depending on the circumstances and how you approach it, this can be rewarding or very taxing. Let's go through a few scenarios where playing games with your viewers can help grow your channel. Also, how it can possibly hurt your channel. When playing with viewers can hurt your channel Some … [Read more...] about Playing with Viewers — Should You Do It?