Twitch is a popular online streaming platform with around 41.5 million users in America as of 2020. This number is expected to rise to 51.6 million by 2024. You can watch the content that you love viz. Games, Sports, Music, Talk Shows, Travel & Outdoors, Food & Drinks, or Special Events. If you don’t want to watch anything, you can chat with different communities, share your passion with like-minded people and create your own community.
Twitch is supported on various streaming devices via the official app. Here, we will be covering the process of activating the Twitch App on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, and Xbox via the official link twitch.tv/activate.
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Creating a Twitch Account
Signing up for a Twitch account is not essential for streaming Twitch videos. However, you can add your favorite channels to your list and participate in the channel’s chatroom with an account. So, here is the process for signing up for a Twitch account:
- Go to the official website at www.twitch.tv.
- Click the ‘Sign Up’ button on the top-right corner.
- The sign-up form will appear on the screen. Provide the details asked for in the given boxes. You must enter a username, password, date of birth, and phone number/ email address.
- Click the ‘Sign Up’ button to complete the process.
How to Activate the Twitch App on Roku?
Follow the steps mentioned here:
- Click the ‘Home’ button on your Roku remote to go to the home screen.
- Now, select the ‘Search’ option from the left-side menu and look for the Twitch app.
- Select the app from the search results and click the ‘Add Channel’ button.
- The installation process will begin. Once it is completed, click the ‘Go to Channel’ button.
- Launch the app and select the ‘Login’ option. You will see an activation code on the screen.
- Now, go to twitch.tv/activate and enter the code in the given space. Click the ‘Activate’ button.
- Once the app is activated, you can access the Twitch account on your Roku device.
How to Activate the Twitch App on PlayStation?
The Twitch app is supported on PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Here are the steps for activation.
- Download and install the Twitch app on your PS console. The process might be a little different on different models.
- Once the app is installed successfully, sign in to your account. A code will appear on the screen.
- Now, go to twitch.tv/activate on a mobile device or PC and enter the code in the given box. Click the ‘Activate’ button.
- You can start streaming Twitch on your PlayStation.
How to Activate the Twitch App on Xbox?
Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Xbox Series S/ X support the Twitch app. Here is the process for activating the app:
- Go to the Microsoft Store on your Xbox console and search for the Twitch app.
- Click the ‘GET’ button to download the app.
- Once the installation is done, launch the app and sign into your Twitch account. You will see an activation code on the screen.
- Go to the official activation page – twitch.tv/activate – and enter the code that appeared on your Xbox screen. Click the ‘Activate’ button to complete the process.
- You can now enjoy Twitch content on your Xbox console.
How to Activate the Twitch App on Apple TV?
To watch Twitch on your Apple TV, you need to activate the app using the following steps:
- Turn on the Apple TV and go to the home screen.
- Open the App Store and look for the Twitch app.
- Select the app from the search results and install it on your TV (click the ‘GET’ button).
- Open the app and sign in using your credentials. A code will appear on the screen.
- On a different device, go to twitch.tv/activate and enter the code. Click the ‘Activate’ button and complete the process.
- You can now start streaming Twitch content on your Apple TV.
How to Activate the Twitch App on Amazon Fire TV?
- From the Amazon Fire TV home screen, go to the Play Store.
- Click the ‘Search’ option and type ‘Twitch’ in the search bar.
- Select the app from the results and click the ‘GET’ button to add the app on your Fire TV.
- Once the installation is done, open the app and click the Sign-in button. You will see some instructions and a code on the screen.
- Follow the instructions and go to twitch.tv/activate page. Enter the code in the provided space and hit the ‘Activate’ button.
- Once the activation is complete, the app on your TV will refresh. You can watch the Twitch content on your TV.
How to Activate the Twitch App on Android TV?
In order to watch the Twitch content on your Android TV, you need to activate the app. Here are the steps to be followed. These steps will work for all Android TVs.
- Turn on your Android TV and go to the Google Play Store.
- Search for the Twitch app and select it from the results.
- Click the ‘Install’ button to add the app to your Android TV.
- Once the installation is successful, locate the app and open it.
- Click the Sign in button and enter your credentials. An activation code will appear on your TV screen on successful log-in.
- Now, on a different device, visit twitch.tv/activate. Enter the activation code in the given box and hit the ‘Activate’ button.
- Once the activation is successful, you can enjoy Twitch on your Android TV.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Can I make earnings via Twitch?
Yes, you can earn money via the Twitch Partner program.
Q. Can I cast Twitch content via Chromecast?
Yes, you can stream Twitch content on different devices via Chromecast.
Q. Can I stream the Twitch content on my iPad?
Yes, you can stream the Twitch content on your iPad. The app is also supported on iPhone and other iOS devices.
Q. Does Amazon own Twitch?
Yes, Amazon purchased Twitch in 2014.
Q. How much does Twitch cost?
Twitch is a free streaming platform. However, a premium (paid) membership is available that offers exclusive content and bonus games.