Getting Twitch Affiliate is exciting, but it's just the beginning. Partner status unlocks significantly better benefits. Let's break down the differences.
Affiliate Requirements
- 50 followers
- 500 total minutes broadcast
- 7 unique broadcast days
- 3 average concurrent viewers
Partner Requirements
- 75 average concurrent viewers
- 25 hours broadcast
- 12 unique broadcast days
- All within 30 days
Key Differences
| Feature | Affiliate | Partner |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue Split | 50% | 50-70% |
| Transcoding | When available | Guaranteed |
| Sub Tiers | All tiers | All tiers |
| Custom Emotes | 5 | Unlimited |
| VOD Storage | 14 days | 60 days |
| Ad Revenue | Yes | Yes + Better rates |
How to Reach Partner Faster
- Consistent schedule — Stream at the same times
- External traffic — TikTok, YouTube clips
- Viewer boosting — Get past the 75 viewer threshold
- Community building — Discord, Twitter engagement
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Is Partner Worth It?
Absolutely. Better revenue split, guaranteed transcoding, more emotes, and prestige. If you're serious about streaming, Partner should be your goal.