How to Make Twitch Emotes

Create Twitch emotes in all required sizes. Complete guide with size requirements and animation rules.

How to Make Twitch Emotes

Complete guide to creating Twitch emotes in all required sizes.

Create Your Design: Design your emote with clear, simple shapes that will be readable at 28×28 px. Avoid fine details that won't scale well.
Upload to Emoji Maker: Upload your design to our emoji maker. Add animation if desired (keep it subtle and looping).
Export All Three Sizes: Export your emote at exactly 28×28 px, 56×56 px, and 112×112 px. Our tool can export all three sizes in one ZIP file.
Check File Requirements: Ensure each file is under 25 KB for small, 25 KB for medium, and 25 KB for large. GIF format works for animated emotes.
Upload to Twitch: Go to Creator Dashboard → Viewer Rewards → Emotes. Upload all three sizes with matching names (e.g., emote_small.gif, emote_medium.gif, emote_large.gif).
Wait for Approval: Twitch reviews emotes within 24-48 hours. Make sure your emote follows community guidelines and doesn't violate copyright.

FAQ

What sizes do I need for Twitch emotes?

Twitch requires three sizes: 28×28 px (emote_small), 56×56 px (emote_medium), and 112×112 px (emote_large). All three sizes must be exact.

Can Twitch emotes be animated?

Yes! Twitch supports animated GIF emotes. Keep animations smooth and looping. Avoid rapid flashing that could trigger seizure warnings.

What are Twitch emote animation rules?

Animations must be smooth, looping, and readable at 28×28 px. Avoid rapid flashing, excessive motion, or seizure-inducing effects. Keep designs simple and clear.

How do I upload emotes to Twitch?

Go to your Twitch Creator Dashboard → Viewer Rewards → Emotes. Upload all three sizes (28×28, 56×56, 112×112 px) as GIF or PNG files. You need Twitch Affiliate or Partner status.

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