Would you like to connect with your viewers more deeply on your Twitch streams?
By linking with Discord, you can build exclusive communities that can only be joined by subscribers.
This article explains how to link Twitch and Discord, and the benefits of doing so, in an easy-to-understand manner.
How to Link Twitch and Discord
For Streamers
- Connect Your Twitch Channel to Discord:
- Open the Discord app and select Twitch from the “Connections” tab in User Settings.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your Twitch account with your Discord account.
- Integrate Twitch with Your Server:
- Open the settings screen of your Discord server and select “Integrations.”
- Follow the instructions on the page to link your Twitch channel with your Discord server.
For Viewers
- Connect Your Twitch Account to Discord:
- Open the Discord app and select Twitch from the “Connections” tab in User Settings.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your Twitch account with your Discord account.
- Join the Discord Server:
- After the connection is complete, the Discord servers of the Twitch channels you are currently subscribed to will be displayed.
- Click the “Join” option to join the server.
Benefits of Linking Twitch and Discord
- Subscriber-Exclusive Communities:
- By creating a Discord server that can only be joined by subscribers, you can build a special community.
- Provision of Benefits:
- You can create subscriber-exclusive roles and channels and provide exclusive content and events.
- Active Communication:
- You can communicate more closely with your viewers using Discord’s voice chat and text chat features.
- Community Growth:
- By providing exclusive benefits and active communication, you can promote the acquisition of new subscribers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I cannot link my Twitch channel with my Discord server.
A: You must be a Twitch Partner or Affiliate, and the subscription option must be set up for your Twitch channel.
Q: I subscribed, but I can’t join the Discord server.
A: Have users try reconnecting their Twitch channel in their user settings, or ask the streamer or a moderator to manually sync from “Integrations” in the server settings.
Summary
By linking Twitch and Discord, you can shorten the distance between streamers and viewers and build a stronger community.
Be sure to use this article as a reference and take advantage of Discord to make your Twitch streams even more exciting.