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Want to enhance your Twitch stream channel’s popularity on platforms such as YouTube? Well, sharing your streams or highlights on YouTube allows you to get more viewers and keep your content going even after the broadcast has ended.
But how do you link YouTube and Twitch?
This article will discuss how you can easily link any Twitch account to a YouTube account!
Step-by-Step: How to Connect Twitch to YouTube
Alright, let’s get into the actual steps. Fortunately, Twitch makes it pretty easy to connect your YouTube account. Just follow this quick walkthrough:
Go to Twitch.tv and log in.
First things first. Simply open Twitch and go to your profile section at the top right of the screen. A dropdown menu will open. From there, scroll down and click the “settings”.
(Make sure you’re using the desktop version, as the mobile app doesn’t support account linking or advanced settings.)
Select the Connections tab.
Now, click on the “Connections” tab. This tab lets you manage integrations between Twitch and external services like YouTube or many more.
Scroll to the YouTube section and click “Connect.”
Within the Connections tab, scroll down the list. There you will find the section labelled YouTube. Twitch lists all compatible platforms. YouTube is typically toward the bottom. Click the Connect button next to YouTube to begin the linking process.
Sign in with your YouTube/Google account.
Once you finish this, a new browser window will open, prompting you to log into your Google account. Be sure to choose the account that is associated with your YouTube channel.
You may be asked to simply confirm the account if you’re already logged in. Double-check that you select the correct one if you have multiple Google accounts. It’s because things may get a little trickier here. The reason is that Google may block the new connection due to previous permission settings, or you may get logged into the same account without prompting for login again. Log in using the incognito tab.
Grant Twitch the necessary permissions
After selecting your Google account, you’ll be shown a list of permissions that Twitch is requesting. These may include access to basic account information and permission to upload videos to your channel. Read through them, then click Allow to authorize the connection.
Confirm the connection is successful.
Once permission is granted, you’ll be redirected back to Twitch. The YouTube section within the Connections tab should now display as “Connected.” This means your Twitch and YouTube accounts are now linked, and you can begin using features that rely on this integration, such as exporting past broadcasts directly to YouTube.
That’s all you need for a quick and easy Twitch and YouTube integration. However, connecting the account isn’t your final step, as your videos must be uploaded to YouTube.
How to Export Twitch Videos to YouTube
Since you have connected your Twitch account here, it’s important to learn how to export your video on YouTube. Here’ is importants an easy-to-understand guide on how to do that:
1. Go to the Creator Dashboard
Head over to your profile icon in the top-right corner of Twitch and then click on the “Creator Dashboard” from the dropdown.
2. Navigate to “Content”> “Video Producer”
Go to the menu on the left side. Click “Content”, and after that select Video Producer.
3. Find the Video You Want to Export
Scroll through your saved videos and locate the stream you want to upload to YouTube. Only videos that haven’t expired (typically 7–60 days, depending on your account type) will be available.
4. Click the Three Dots
Click the three-dot menu next to the video title and choose “Export.” This option only appears if your YouTube account is properly connected.
5. Set the Export Details
Right after you are done with the above steps, you have to optimize this video to match YouTube’s standards. For instance, start by adding the YouTube title and compelling description, call to action, or stream highlights for the video.
In the next step, change the Privacy Settings by choosing from Public, Unlisted, or Private as per your requirements. Lastly, work on the start/end time of the stream. You can trim the video before exporting.
Now, your video is good to go!
6. Click “Export” to Start the Upload
Once everything looks good, click Export. The upload time will vary based on video length and YouTube processing speed.
Conclusion
These steps can help you connect your Twitch account to your YouTube account. Once both accounts are connected, you don’t have to manually download a video from Twitch and then upload it to YouTube. This streamlines your workflow, saves local storage, and reduces upload time. Plus, it also ensures your content stays online longer and becomes accessible to a wider audience.
Frequently Asked Questions about Connecting a YouTube Account and a Twitch Account
Can I Twitch stream YouTube?
You can stream on both Twitch and YouTube, but not at the same time unless you have a special contract with Twitch. You can, however, stream on YouTube separately, as long as it’s not the same content simultaneously.
Can you connect Discord to Twitch?
Yes. You can do that. This allows features like automatic role assignment for Twitch subscribers in your Discord server and better community integration. Go to Discord > User Settings > Connections. Afterward, select the Twitch icon. Once everything is done, authorize access to complete the connection.
Why is my Twitch not linking to YouTube?
Firstly, there is a high chance that the pop-up blockers might be interfering with the authorization window. Alternatively, you might have denied permission to access your YouTube account on your Twitch account.
Do Twitch videos stay forever?
No, Twitch does not store videos permanently. For regular users, past broadcasts are deleted after 7 days. Twitch Affiliates and Partners get up to 14 or 60 days of storage, respectively. To keep your videos long-term, you need to download them or export them to platforms like YouTube.
Why can’t I see the export option on Twitch?
If the export option is missing, your YouTube account may not be properly connected, or the video may have expired. Check your account connection under Twitch Settings > Connections. Also, ensure the video is a saved broadcast, as clips and expired content won’t have the export option.
