How Do I Start Streaming On Chess.com?
Chess.com is thrilled to bring chess fans around the world more options to watch their favorite players live. To grow the chess streaming ecosystem, we offer a number of benefits to chess streamers of all skill levels who want to get involved on Twitch, YouTube, and other streaming platforms!
Are you an experienced streamer? Learn more about our Streamer Program and how to apply here:
Already started streaming, but not ready for our Streamer Program yet? Our Community Streamer Program might be perfect for you. Learn more here:
Are you new to streaming? Learn everything you need to get started here:
Chess.com Streamer Program
If you have been streaming chess and have started to build a following, we invite you to submit an application to become a Chess.com Streamer.
Benefits
- Access to spotlight features on Chess.com's website, such as Chess.com/TV, Chess.com/streamers.
- Access the Chess.com Streamers Discord for direct interaction with Chess.com staff and fellow streamers, along with resources and support.
- Chess.com affiliate code, allowing you to earn a 15% commission on subscriptions purchased through your link.
- Access to additional resources at the company's discretion, including: free Chess.com memberships, monthly membership giveaways, and more!
Please note that all the benefits listed are exclusive to Chess.com Streamers and don't apply to members who are participating in our Community Streamer program.
Requirements
- At least 1,000 followers/subscribers on your main platform or an established reputation in the chess community.
- Your main streaming platform is Twitch, YouTube, or Kick.
- Partners must be consistent chess content creators and create live-streamed chess content at least 10 hours a month.
- After joining the program, any chess content shared on all platforms should be created exclusively on Chess.com or its affiliated websites (Chessable, Aimchess, etc.).
- After joining the program, Chess.com's logo must be displayed on all chess-related content.
- The majority of the creator’s content should be "family-friendly" and follow Content Guidelines for both Chess.com and your platform of choice.
If you don't meet all the requirements above but would still like to stream chess on Chess.com, check out our Community Streamer program.
I'm In! What's Next?
Interested in applying for the Streamer program? Fill out the form below. Our staff will review your application and contact you if you are accepted into the program.
Please note: We cannot respond to every applicant due to the volume of requests we receive. If you’re not accepted into the program, we encourage you to keep growing your channel(s) and reapply a few months later.
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How to stream chess?
If you’re just starting out and want to stream chess, you will need to create a streaming account on a streaming platform (Twitch, YouTube, etc.).
Once you have your account set up, you should download a streaming software. There are lots of cool programs out there that let you show your computer screen, microphone, and webcam. Our top pick is OBS Studio.
Check out this tutorial playlist on how to get started with OBS Studio.
What if I apply and don't get into the Partner program?
Our Community Streamer program is an excellent stepping stone toward channel growth for all Twitch streamers. Once you have experienced some further growth, you can reapply for the Partner program.
If you believe you meet the requirements, please complete the form embedded in this article, and we will be in touch with you if we think you would be a good fit for our program.
