Adding tags to your Twitch streams is essential for helping viewers find your content and growing your audience. Let me walk you through exactly how to do it effectively.
How to Add Tags While Streaming
When you’re ready to go live, you’ll see the stream setup panel where you can adjust your stream title and category. Right below these options, there’s a “Tags” section where you can add up to 10 tags. Simply click the “+” button and start typing – Twitch will show you suggested tags that match what you’re typing.
Here’s a pro tip: while automatic tag suggestions are helpful, don’t just click the first ones you see. Think strategically about which tags will help your target audience find you.
Managing Tags from Your Dashboard
You can also add or change tags while you’re streaming:
1. Go to your Creator Dashboard
2. Click on “Stream Information”
3. Look for the Tags section
4. Add or remove tags as needed
Choosing the Right Tags
Let me share something I’ve learned from experience – being specific with your tags makes a huge difference. Instead of just using broad tags like “Gaming,” try combining them with more specific ones like:
– “FirstPlaythrough”
– “ChillStream”
– “SmallStreamer”
– “TwitchAffiliateGrind”
Custom Tags vs. Auto-Tags
While Twitch provides many preset tags, some tags are automatically added based on your stream settings. For example, if you set your stream language to Spanish, the “Spanish” tag will be added automatically. You can’t remove these automatic tags, but you can still use your remaining tag slots strategically.
Best Practices for Tagging
Think of tags like conversation starters with potential viewers. Here’s what I recommend:
– Update your tags when you switch games or activities
– Use a mix of popular and niche-specific tags
– Consider using community-specific tags that your target audience searches for
– Avoid using misleading tags just to gain viewers
Remember, you’re not just adding random keywords – you’re creating signposts that help your ideal viewers find your content. Take a moment to put yourself in your audience’s shoes: what would they search for to find a stream like yours?
Tag Limits and Restrictions
Keep in mind that Twitch has some important limitations:
– Maximum of 10 tags per stream
– Tags must be in the Twitch database
– Can’t create custom tags
– Some tags are language or category-specific
By thoughtfully selecting and managing your tags, you’ll make it easier for viewers to discover your stream and help build your community on Twitch.
