Streamers can earn through subscriptions and donations. Donation button located in channel panels under stream. Stream Elements and Streamlabs allow direct donations without platform cut. Mobile users must access donation through profile's About tab
Twitch Bits are official digital currency for affiliates, earning $1 for every 100 bits used. PayPal donations can be accepted through email or PayPal.me link. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum offer secure, fast payment options. Streamlabs provides additional donation features through third-party services
Cold Water Challenge started in Tennessee in March 2014 for Madi Rogers' fundraiser. Jeremy McGrath posted first Ice Bucket Challenge video on Instagram in June 2014. Challenge gained mainstream attention through TV appearances and celebrity nominations
Streamlabs dashboard login required for donations setup. Account settings accessed through 'Account' and 'Settings'. PayPal connection needed for most donations. Custom donation link available at streamlabs.com/USERNAME
Live chat appears to right of video player during live streams. Top Chat filters spam messages for better readability. Live Chat shows all new messages as they appear
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