Money
Cheer
Using Bits in chat — typing something like 'Cheer100' spends 100 Bits, triggers an animated emote, and supports the streamer.
Related terms
- Bits
Twitch's virtual currency. Viewers buy Bits and 'cheer' them in chat to support a streamer, who earns about 1 cent per Bit.
- Alert
An on-screen pop-up (often with sound) that fires when someone follows, subscribes, or donates.
- Hype Train
A Twitch event that starts when lots of subs/bits arrive at once — a progress bar chat can 'fuel' to higher levels with more support.