If you’re a streamer on Twitch, you might have heard about hosting. Hosting is a feature that allows you to stream another channel’s live broadcast on your own channel. This can be a great way to support other streamers, introduce your viewers to new content, and keep your channel active even when you’re not streaming. Here’s a step-by-step guide to hosting on Twitch.
Step 1: Find a Channel to Host
The first step to hosting on Twitch is finding a channel to host. You can host any channel that is currently live. To find a channel to host, you can browse the channels you follow, use the search bar to find a specific channel, or browse the Twitch homepage.
Step 2: Start Hosting
Once you’ve found a channel to host, it’s time to start hosting. To start hosting, follow these steps:
- Type “/host [channel name]” into your chat. For example, if you want to host the channel “twitch,” you would type “/host twitch” into your chat.
- Your chat will show a message that you’re hosting the channel.
- The channel you’re hosting will now appear on your channel page. Your viewers will be able to watch the hosted channel’s stream on your page.
Step 3: Stop Hosting
When you’re ready to stop hosting, you can do so by typing “/unhost” into your chat. This will stop the host and return your channel to your own stream.
Other Things to Know About Hosting
Here are a few other things to keep in mind when it comes to hosting on Twitch:
- You can only host one channel at a time.
- If the channel you’re hosting goes offline, your channel will show an offline screen until you stop hosting or start streaming yourself.
- You can set up an auto-host list to automatically host channels when you’re offline.
Hosting is a great way to support other streamers and keep your channel active. Give it a try and see how it works for you!