Twitch is a popular live-streaming platform that is often used for gaming, but it is also home to a wide variety of other content, including music, art, and talk shows. As with any online community, Twitch has a set of rules and guidelines that users are expected to follow in order to create a safe and welcoming environment for all.

One aspect of these guidelines is a list of prohibited words and phrases that are not allowed to be used on the platform. These words and phrases are considered to be inappropriate or harmful in some way, and using them can result in a range of consequences, including warnings, account suspensions, or even permanent bans.

So, what words and phrases are not allowed on Twitch? Here are some examples of the types of content that are prohibited:

  • Hate speech or slurs: Twitch has a zero-tolerance policy for hate speech and any language that is intended to discriminate against or harass people based on their race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic. This includes the use of slurs or other derogatory language.
  • Personal information or impersonation of others: It is not allowed to share personal information about others on Twitch, including their full name, address, phone number, or any other identifying information. Impersonating someone else, whether it is a real person or a fictional character, is also not allowed.
  • Harassment or bullying: Twitch expects users to be respectful and considerate of others, and it is not allowed to harass or bully other users on the platform. This includes repeated and unwanted contact or behaviour that is intended to intimidate, threaten or harm others.
  • Pornography or explicit sexual content: Twitch does not allow the sharing of pornography or other explicit sexual content on the platform. This includes links to external websites or content that is graphic or explicit in nature.
  • Threats of violence or self-harm: Threatening violence or self-harm is not allowed on Twitch, and any content that promotes or glorifies violence or harm to oneself or others is strictly prohibited.
  • Fraud or scams: Twitch does not allow the use of its platform to promote fraudulent activity or scams, including phishing or malware attacks.

In addition to these specific prohibited words and phrases, Twitch also has a general rule against using language that is intended to offend or harass others. Users are expected to be respectful and considerate of others while using the platform, and any behavior that goes against this expectation may result in consequences.

If you are unsure whether a particular word or phrase is allowed on Twitch, it is always best to err on the side of caution and avoid using it. If you have any questions about the Community Guidelines or acceptable behaviour on Twitch, you can contact Twitch support for more information. Overall, it is important to remember that the purpose of these guidelines is to create a safe and welcoming environment for all users on the platform and to promote respectful and considerate behaviour.

My name is Peter and I've been a streamer on both Twitch and Youtube for a number of years.
Mostly streaming Fifa or FPS games, I've learned as much as I can about improving my streaming setup to give me the best possible output for my audience.
During the day I work as a digital marketer helping businesses improve their presence and grow an audience which helps me in streaming to do the same.