For Viewers:

• Linking Accounts:
  • Often, you’ll need to link your Twitch account to the account of the game publisher offering the Drops.   
• Watching Participating Streams:
  • Look for streams that have Drops enabled. Twitch will usually indicate this with a tag or notification.   
  • You’ll need to watch for a specified amount of time to earn the Drop.   
• Claiming Drops:
  • Once you’ve met the watch time requirement, you’ll be able to claim the Drop in your Twitch Drops Inventory.   
• Receiving Rewards:
  • After claiming the Drop, you’ll receive the in-game reward, provided your accounts are properly linked.   

For Streamers:

• Enabling Drops:
  • Streamers can enable Drops in their Creator Dashboard.   
  • This involves opting into Drops campaigns offered by game developers.   
• Participating in Campaigns:
  • Streamers must ensure they are streaming the correct game and that their stream adheres to the campaign’s requirements.   
• Informing Viewers:
  • It’s helpful to inform viewers that Drops are enabled so they know they can earn rewards.
• Twitch Dashboard:
  • To access the drops pannel, a streamer must go to their Twitch dashboard, then into the viewer rewards section, and then to the drops section. Here they can manage the drops that are active for their channel.

Key Points:

• Drops are a collaboration between Twitch and game developers
• Requirements for earning Drops vary depending on the campaign
• Account linking is essential for receiving in-game rewards.