Viewer Count Lock on Kick: What It Is and How to Avoid It
If you’re a streamer on Kick, you’ve probably heard about the viewer count lock. Let’s break down what it is, why it happens, and how to avoid it.
What is a viewer count lock on Kick?
A viewer count lock is a temporary restriction set by Kick moderators that limits the number of viewers displayed on your stream. It usually lasts 10 days.
How does it work?
Moderators set a maximum number of viewers that the counter will show.
Even if tens of thousands of real viewers join your stream, the counter won’t exceed the set limit.
The restriction automatically lifts after 10 days—there’s no way to remove it manually.
Why does Kick issue a viewer count lock?
The main reason is suspicion about the authenticity of your audience.
If the system or a moderator detects unusual viewer behavior—like viewers with no chat activity or coming from suspicious sources—a lock may be applied.
How to avoid a lock on Kick
To make your stream look natural and avoid raising suspicions:
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Use only authorized viewers, for example through StreamHub.
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Increase your online viewers gradually, e.g., adding +100 viewers per week.
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Keep your chat active.
The system and moderators are suspicious when hundreds of viewers are online but the chat is empty.
Avoid “newly registered” or inactive viewers, as they are the most common reason for a lock.
With StreamHub, all viewers are authorized, so growth looks natural. If you maintain chat activity and increase your online gradually, you won’t get a lock.
Important: Lock vs Shadow Ban
Many confuse a viewer count lock with a shadow ban, but they are different:
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Shadow ban — your stream is hidden from search, categories, and recommendations.
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Viewer count lock — your stream remains visible, only the viewer counter is limited.
Reasons for a viewer count lock
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Using unauthorized viewers.
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Obvious viewer boosting without chat activity.
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Usually identified manually by moderators.
Summary
To avoid a viewer count lock on Kick:
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Use only authorized viewers.
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Keep your chat active.
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Increase your online gradually, not suddenly.
By using trusted services like StreamHub, you can safely grow your online audience without triggering moderator suspicions on Kick.
