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Free, practical guides on starting, growing, and monetizing your stream, for creators at every stage in their journey.
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How to A/B Test Your YouTube Thumbnails and Titles
Having an eye-catching and intriguing thumbnail and title are key elements to a successful YouTube video that grows in views over time. But how do you know your YouTube thumbnail and title are the best version they can be? What if there is a better thumbnail or title that causes more people to discover your video and click to watch it? This is where A/B testing your YouTube thumbnails and titles is crucial. Finding the right combination of thumbnail and title for your YouTube video can even bring a dead video back to life.
Jan 5, 2025 · 3 min read

How to create a custom Bluesky handle
As Twitter, now known as X, continues to face increasing issues and user dissatisfaction, many are turning to alternative platforms for their social posting needs. One promising option is Bluesky, a platform that offers a Twitter-like experience without the spam bots, toxic replies, or intrusive ads. Following X’s controversial decision to alter its Block functionality—allowing…
Oct 31, 2024 · 3 min read

Hardware Review: The Elgato Prompter
Priced at $279, the Elgato Prompter is marketed as an all-in-one solution for content creators and streamers. It includes everything needed to start using a prompter, regardless of your primary content creation setup.
Jun 14, 2024 · 4 min read

How to Identify Viewer Pronouns in Twitch Chat
In today’s diverse and inclusive digital environment, it’s increasingly important to respect and understand individual identities. This extends to platforms like Twitch, where streamers and viewers engage in real-time interactions. One way to foster a respectful and welcoming community is by recognizing and using correct pronouns for your community members. Here’s a guide on how…
Sep 5, 2023 · 2 min read

10 Ways to Get More Clips From Your Livestream
It is without a doubt that one of the best ways to grow your stream is by posting clips on social media. Making clips can expose your stream to many new viewers. With Twitch launching a discovery feed for clips, it’s more important than ever to capture high-quality clips of your livestream. But getting clips…
Aug 2, 2023 · 4 min read

Twitch Front Page FAQ
Getting boosted on Twitch’s front page is a great way to expose your content to a much larger pool of potential viewers. Being on the front page of Twitch is undoubtedly great if you’re looking to raise funds for an important cause, or if you’d like to shoot your shot at higher visibility on the…
Jul 19, 2023 · 6 min read

How to Use Twitch Chat
The chat box is one of the most utilized features on Twitch, so knowing how to use Twitch chat features is a valuable skill for any Twitch streamer. You can think of Twitch Chat as a precious resource. As a place that not only allows viewers to engage with one another and the steamer, but…
Jul 4, 2023 · 7 min read

Twitch Drops
Twitch, the online platform for live streaming, is home to millions of content creators who broadcast their gaming, creative work, chats, and even their daily lives to audiences worldwide. While it’s already quite engaging and dynamic, Twitch took interactivity to another level with the introduction of a feature called ‘Twitch Drops.’ This article aims to…
Jun 2, 2023 · 4 min read

Budgeting Tips for Influencers and Content Creators
Content creation can be an amazing job but it’s also a business and your livelihood. It pays the bills. So, of course you want to make sure you can keep on doing that. Our budgeting tips for influencers and content creators, can provide great ways to save money while doing what you love. 💙 In…
May 31, 2023 · 6 min read

10 Ways to Support Your Favorite Streamer for Free
Here are 10 easy and enjoyable actions you can take to boost your favorite Twitch streamers and become an awesome part of their community.
May 1, 2023 · 3 min read
How to Multi-Stream
Think of all the sites out there you can multi-stream LIVE content – YouTube, Twitch, Facebook Gaming, Kick, Trovo, and more! Every streaming site has its own set of pros, cons, audiences, and benefits. When you’re just starting out, or even just trying to diversify your content, it can be hard to pick your service…
Mar 17, 2023 · 6 min read

How to Stream on Instagram
Instagram is a great resource for community building – but how do you stream on Instagram with Android, iOS or PC Computer? It’s super easy, we can walk you through it! Ways to Stream on Instagram: How to Stream on Instagram with Android Swipe right from your main home feed, select ‘Live’ along the bottom…
Mar 10, 2023 · 5 min read

