[FAQ]

I really love the VIP feature for showing some appreciation to the loyal members of my community who are always in chat, whether they’re subbed or not. The problem is, I’ve already assigned all of my starting VIP slots and I’ve got a list of other legends I’d love to give the badge to.

Does anyone know what the deal is with unlocking more slots? Is it tied to follower count, or do you get more by hitting certain achievements or something? Keen to reward more of my regulars!

[Jeff Bullas]

That’s a great problem to have. Running out of VIP slots is a clear sign that you’re building a strong and dedicated community.

Brief Answer: You unlock more VIP slots on Twitch by completing specific channel Achievements. These achievements are primarily tied to increasing the number of unique chatters who participate in your video stream’s live chat.

Think of the VIP slots not as something you just earn, but as a direct reflection of your success in fostering a large and active conversation around your content.

The primary way to get more VIP slots is by completing the “Build a Community” achievement path in your Creator Dashboard. This achievement has multiple tiers, and each tier requires you to have a certain number of unique users typing in your text-based chat during your streams. As you hit each new tier, you are automatically granted a larger pool of VIP slots to assign.

This system is designed to directly reward you for your ability to engage your audience. The VIP badge itself is a special image that appears next to a person’s name, granting them status and recognition. Unlike a moderator, a VIP has no special powers or duties; their role is to be a recognised and valued member of the community. This is an incredibly powerful tool for you to acknowledge loyal supporters who contribute positively to the chat, regardless of whether they subscribe.

Therefore, the strategy for unlocking more VIP slots is to actively encourage more people to participate in your chat. During your live audio and video broadcasts, make a point of asking open-ended questions, running polls, and creating moments that invite discussion. The more you can convert passive viewers into active chatters, the faster you will complete the necessary achievements. By rewarding your most engaged members with a VIP badge, you reinforce the positive behaviour you want to see, which helps your community grow in a healthy, sustainable way.

Cheers,
Jeff

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