Twitch: All costs at a glance
Every platform on the Internet has to refinance itself. In this practical tip, we explain whether you as a Twitch user or viewer can incur costs.
Twitch: All costs at a glance
- Basically, Twitch is a completely free platform for both users and viewers. Twitch makes money from the advertising revenue they share with the streamers.
- For you as a user, this means that you support your favorite streamers by viewing the advertisements placed. Therefore, you should also refrain from using browser tools on Twitch that block advertisements.
- As a streamer, you only incur costs for your equipment, since there are no basic fees. You can earn money by becoming a Twitch partner.
- Only the "Turbo Membership" is a service that involves monthly costs. However, this is optional and offers, among other things, advertising freedom and chat features.
- At the moment there is also discussion about when a Twitch stream will be broadcast and therefore require a broadcast license.
Donations are also a much discussed topic on Twitch. We will explain what you need to know in the next practical tip.