QlynkWhy does a Twitch link open in the browser?
A viewer who clicks a channel link from another network often lands on the mobile web page, where chat and subscriptions are less convenient. For a streamer, the goal is to get the viewer in during the live stream, signed in and ready to type in chat.
How to do it with Qlynk
- Copy the address of your channel from Twitch.
- Paste it into Qlynk. With Pro, you can choose the end of the link.
- Share the short link: on a phone, it opens the Twitch app.
On iPhone, Qlynk sends the original Twitch address: iOS opens the app if it’s installed, with no error message. On Android, the link opens the app, or the web page if the app isn’t installed. On a computer, the page opens as usual.
When is it useful?
- Announcing your live stream from another platform
- Putting a short link on an overlay or in a video description
- Showing a QR code to your channel at an event
- Tracking the number of clicks depending on where you post
Which Twitch links open the app?
| Link type | Example address |
|---|---|
| Channel | https://www.twitch.tv/yourchannel |
| Mobile version | https://m.twitch.tv/yourchannel |
Paste any of these addresses into Qlynk: the short link you get will open Twitch on phones.
Frequently asked questions
Are clips and replays recognized?
Any twitch.tv address followed by a name is recognized, the channel first of all. Test your link on a phone if it points to a clip.
Is a short name useful during a live stream?
Yes, it is easier to say out loud and to read than a long address. With Pro, you choose that name; with Free, the end of the link is picked at random.
Can I replace the link if I change my username?
Yes, edit the destination in the dashboard.