Twitch has announced that they are increasing the price of subscriptions on their mobile app.
A Twitch streamer has found a way for viewers to avoid this new fee.
The streaming service revealed that Tier 1 subscription prices will rise by $2 starting on October 1.
This price change will only affect subscriptions made through the app.
Apple and Google take a 30% cut of all transactions processed in their app stores, which is the reason for this increase.
Many users have expressed their frustration on social media about the upcoming hike.
They pointed out that subscribing via a web browser will still be more affordable.
To assist with this situation, a streamer named FlashForce suggested a method to include a second subscription link on channel pages.
This link allows users to subscribe through their mobile web browser, thus maintaining the original lower price.
FlashForce shared this tip on Twitter, encouraging other streamers to adopt it.
Following this suggestion, many fans thanked the streamer for sharing this valuable information.
They also requested more details on how to implement this technique.
This feature can be added to a Twitch streamer’s social links in their channel bio.
Twitch has announced an increase in the cost of subscriptions made through their mobile application.
A Twitch streamer has discovered a workaround for viewers to avoid this additional charge.
The price for Tier 1 subscriptions will increase by $2, effective October 1.
This adjustment will specifically impact subscriptions purchased via the app.
The 30% fee taken by Apple and Google from transactions in their app stores is the reason behind this increase.
Many users have voiced their concerns and dissatisfaction on social media regarding this upcoming change.
They noted that subscribing through a web browser remains a more economical option.
To assist users in navigating this situation, a streamer known as FlashForce proposed a method for adding a second subscription link on channel pages.
This alternative link enables viewers to subscribe using their mobile web browser, thus keeping the original, lower subscription price.
FlashForce promoted this idea on Twitter, encouraging fellow streamers to implement it.
Afterward, numerous fans expressed their gratitude to the streamer for sharing such helpful information.
They also inquired about how to set up this feature effectively.
This function can be incorporated into a Twitch streamer’s social links within their channel description.
Here’s how to add this new subscription link:
- Visit your Creator Dashboard via a web browser.
- In the menu, navigate to Channel and select Settings.
- In the Link Title box, enter “Subscribe Here,” then input the following: twitch.tv/subs/your_username.
- Make sure to replace “your_username” with your actual Twitch username.
- Lastly, drag this link to the top of your list, ensuring it appears on mobile devices.
This price increase is not the only recent news from Twitch; the platform also introduced the ‘Bleed Purple Statue’ as part of a new Streamer Achievement Program, aimed at competing with YouTube’s Creator Awards.
