Frequently Asked Questions

How does TwitchPicker choose a winner?

TwitchPicker collects every eligible entry from your Twitch chat during the listen window you set, applies any filters you choose, and then picks winners using a cryptographically secure Fisher–Yates shuffle. Every eligible entry has an exactly equal chance, so the draw is provably fair and impossible to predict.

What exactly is TwitchPicker?

TwitchPicker is a comment picker for Twitch giveaways and contests. It listens to your channel's chat for a window of time you choose, gathers the entries, and randomly selects winners. It is built to make live giveaways fast, fair, and easy to prove.

Is TwitchPicker free to use?

Yes, you can start with three free trials and run real draws before committing. When you need more, the Creator plan is $5/month, and the Growth plan is $50/year, unlocking higher limits, multi-winner draws, advanced filters, and full exports. See the pricing page for details.

How does the random selection work?

We use a cryptographically secure random number generator combined with a Fisher–Yates shuffle. In simple terms, every eligible entry has the same chance of winning, and there is no way to predict or influence the outcome. This is what lets you run draws live on stream with full confidence.

Do I need to log in to Twitch?

No. TwitchPicker works without your Twitch password or OAuth login. You simply enter your channel name, set a listen duration, and the tool reads public chat through the Twitch API. Less setup for you, and less data for us to hold.

How do I run a giveaway with TwitchPicker?

Enter your Twitch channel name, set a listen duration between ten seconds and thirty minutes, and let the tool collect chat messages during that window. Then choose how many winners you want, apply any keyword filters, and click to draw. You can announce the result instantly or export it first.

Can I pick multiple winners and filter by keyword?

Yes. You can draw any number of winners at once for tiered prizes, require entries to contain a specific keyword or hashtag, and remove duplicate accounts so nobody can boost their odds by spamming.

Do I have to give you my Twitch password?

No. TwitchPicker does not require your password or an OAuth login. It reads public chat through the Twitch API, so you stay in control of your account and share far less data than other tools might ask for.

Can I export my giveaway results?

Absolutely. You can export your entry list and winners to CSV, Excel, PDF, or plain text. That gives you a clean, shareable record to prove a fair draw to your community or a sponsor.

Can I make sure only real entrants are included?

Yes. You can require entries to contain a specific keyword or hashtag, such as "entered" or "joined," so only genuine participants make it into the pool. You can also remove duplicate accounts to keep the draw fair.

How many winners can I pick at once?

You can select as many winners as your giveaway needs. This is handy for tiered prizes or multi-prize contests, where you want a first-place winner plus several runners-up drawn in the same fair pass.

What file formats can I export to?

You can export your results to CSV, Excel (XLSX), PDF, and plain text. These records are useful for keeping proof of a fair draw, sharing results with your community, or reporting back to a sponsor.

Is there a free version, and what do paid plans add?

You get three free trials to test the tool on real draws. Paid plans add more: the Creator plan at $5/month and the Growth plan at $50/year unlock higher entry limits, multi-winner draws, advanced filters, and full exports. Compare them on the pricing page.

Is TwitchPicker affiliated with Twitch?

No. TwitchPicker is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Twitch. We simply make it easier to run fair giveaways on the platform. You are responsible for following Twitch's own rules and any local laws that apply to your contest.

How can I get help if something goes wrong?

Reach out any time. WhatsApp at +44 7988 748570 is the fastest route, or email [email protected] and use our contact form for anything that needs more detail. Real people read every message, and we aim to reply within one business day.