Setting up Channel Points on Twitch helps you reward engaged viewers and build a more interactive community. This guide walks you through enabling and customizing Channel Points so you can create custom redemptions that fit your stream style.
Use the overview below to quickly understand core options, then follow the detailed steps to configure everything correctly on your channel.
| Feature | Description | Default | Customizable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Points Balance | Points earned by watching and participating | Enabled | Yes |
| Custom Point Redemptions | Streamer-defined rewards viewers can cash in | Basic options | Yes |
| Point Cost Adjustments | Set how many points each reward costs | Auto-based on tier | Yes |
| User-Generated Points | Allow viewers to award points to other users | Disabled | Yes |
| Redemption Queue and Limits | Control max redemptions and queue settings | Standard limits | Yes |
Enable Channel Points in Stream Settings
First, make sure Channel Points are turned on for your channel so the system starts awarding points as viewers watch.
Turn on the feature and set global options
Navigate to your Creator Dashboard, then Channel and select Channel Points. Toggle the feature on and choose whether to allow viewers to earn points automatically or disable earning for specific streams.
Configure Custom Channel Point Rewards
Custom redemptions define the actions viewers can request during your stream, such as playing a mini-game or triggering an alert.
Create and manage redemptions
In the Channel Points section of your dashboard, click Add Redemption, give it a clear name, and set a cost. You can add instructions, cooldowns, and decide whether the reward requires you to be online.
Organize reward categories
Group related redemptions under categories to keep your list tidy. Categories help viewers quickly find the type of reward they want, whether it is gameplay, interaction, or entertainment.
Adjust Cost, Availability, and Limits
Fine-tuning costs and restrictions ensures that redemptions stay fair and manageable for both you and your audience.
Set costs per reward tier
Higher-tier supporters can see increased costs for premium redemptions, while maintaining lower costs for free viewers. You can manually adjust each reward or use automatic scaling based on subscription tier.
Control redemption limits and queues
Set maximum redemptions per user per stream to reduce spam. Enable or disable the redemption queue so you can manage when each request is fulfilled live.
Add Points Actions and Automations
Points Actions let you automatically award or take away points based on specific events, creating a more dynamic channel experience.
Define automatic point bonuses and penalties
Create rules that give points for watching during sub streaks or trigger penalties for raids from other channels. You can also award points when users participate in polls or complete channel point predictions.
Optimize Your Channel Points Strategy
Use these practices to keep your Channel Points system fun, fair, and aligned with your community goals.
- Clearly name each redemption so viewers understand what they are requesting.
- Set realistic point costs that match the effort and value of each reward.
- Use categories to group redemptions by type, such as gameplay, interaction, or alerts.
- Monitor redemption frequency and adjust limits to prevent overload on busy streams.
- Combine Points Actions with overlays to create visual feedback when points are awarded or spent.
FAQ
Reader questions
Can I change the point cost after viewers already redeemed it once?
Yes, you can adjust the cost at any time, but existing redemptions that have already been added to the queue will keep the original cost when processed.
Do Channel Points expire if I do not use them?
By default, points do not expire, but you can enable an expiration policy in Channel Points settings to remove old points after a set period of inactivity.
Can I assign different point values to different followers or subscribers?
Not directly per user, but you can create reward structures that cost more for higher-tier subscribers while keeping lower costs for free followers and non-followers.
What happens to redeemed requests if I go offline before approving them?
Redemptions remain in the queue and will move to pending status; you can review and fulfill them the next time you go live, or you can delete them manually.