What is Twitch Affiliate?
The first tier of the Twitch Partner Program that allows streamers to earn revenue through subscriptions, bits, and ads. Requires 50 followers, 500 minutes broadcast, 7 unique broadcast days, and 3 average viewers in 30 days.
Twitch Affiliate is the first milestone most streamers aim for. Once you hit the requirements — 50 followers, 500 minutes of streaming, 7 unique broadcast days, and an average of 3 viewers over 30 days — Twitch invites you to join the Affiliate program.
Affiliates can earn revenue through subscriptions (Tier 1/2/3), bits (virtual cheering currency), and ads. They also unlock channel points, emote slots, and other community features.
The 3-viewer average is often the hardest requirement. Strategic networking and consistent raiding are the most effective ways to build your initial audience.