Tools, services, and hardware I actually use.

OBS Studio

The most-used software for live streaming available. OBS Studio is constantly improving, and with a wide array of plugins and scripts there's near-endless opportunity to make a unique stream.

Streamer.bot

A lightweight desktop app that adds an advanced level of interactivity to any live stream. With a growing community and the ability to share, Streamer.bot is creating a new standard in interactive streaming.

StreamUp Plugin Installer

The easiest way to install your OBS Studio plugins. A standalone application that not only installs plugins but updates them easily — just a few clicks and you have everything you've ever wanted in OBS.

Moonlight

Stream your collection of PC games from your gaming PC via Sunshine to any supported device and play them remotely. Moonlight is perfect for gaming with a two-PC setup without the hassle of a capture card.

Sunshine

A self-hosted game stream host for Moonlight. Offering low-latency cloud gaming server capabilities with support for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs for hardware encoding. Software encoding is also available.

DaVinci Resolve

A video editing software that's both powerful and versatile. Even the free version provides a wealth of tools to make any content look professional.

GIMP

A free, open-source image editing software with tools that rival Photoshop. Great for creating thumbnails, advertisements, and schedules. The best Photoshop alternative around.

Timebolt

This program searches through your recorded video and removes dead space. Revolutionizes your filming and editing process by saving you hours of trimming out unnecessary portions.

Blender

A free and open-source graphic design program for creating 2D images, 3D models, animations, and more. Blender is a powerful program that enables endless visual creations.

LocalSend

Send files effortlessly through your home network between all your devices. No wires, no workarounds, no hassle. Send video from a phone to your PC quicker than a USB cable. Transfer smarter.

Doras.to

More than a link-in-bio platform. Doras.to offers customization including media kits, embedding livestreams, and even blog hosting. Make a better impression with more than just a list of links.

Fourthwall

An expansive, high-quality merch provider that gives creators control of their store. Fourthwall is setting new standards with product variety, membership management, and connectivity. Explore your brand's full potential as you want.

Metricool

Post your content across multiple accounts. Tailors posts for each social media platform's requirements. You can even schedule content out for months. Best part: it now includes Bluesky.

SullyGnome

One of the most comprehensive Twitch analytics tools on the internet. SullyGnome tracks streamers, games, teams, and more, with in-depth analytics for your own channel. Built-in game picker and raid finder included.

VidIQ

Creating YouTube videos with VidIQ helps your channel grow. With education, optimization, and assistance generating video ideas, VidIQ stands out as an indispensable resource for YouTube growth.

Tangia

Some of the best stream interactions available — text to speech, media share, and so much more for chat engagement. There will never be a lack of ways for your chat to engage. It even has its own version of a battle pass built in.

StreamUp

Some of the best-designed Streamer.bot creations available come from StreamUp. A combination of free and paid extensions covers a wide variety of stream additions to help give your channel the nudge it needs.

Mirabox Capture Card

A solid alternative to an Elgato capture card. This more budget-friendly capture card is ready to record at 1080p 60fps with a 4K 30fps passthrough. It isn't flashy, but it gets the job done with solid visual quality.

EMART LED Photography Lighting Kit

A two-pack of LED lights that are budget-friendly and bright enough to noticeably improve camera quality. These are fantastic starter lights — your viewers will see the difference between house lights and these.

FUDESY Extra Large Green Screen

A green screen that's worth every penny. Easy to pull up, easy to store, and plenty of space for any creator. The hard metal casing provides solid protection with a handle for easy moves.

FERRISA 4×2 HDMI Matrix Switch

Need versatility with your gaming equipment? Look no further than this four-input, two-output HDMI matrix. This isn't a splitter — it's an amazing device that lets you play Xbox on the TV while playing the PlayStation on stream. Perfect for die-hard gaming households.

MOUNTUP Laptop Arm Mount

If a laptop is your method to read chat or to complete a two-PC setup, this arm mount lets you put it where you need it most. Strap your laptop in for extra security and use the wire harness to keep it clean.

HUANUO 17–32 Inch Dual Monitor Stand

A dual-monitor arm with sturdy construction and strong gas/spring-controlled arms. Comes with plenty of cable management, Allen wrenches to lock into place, and smooth motion. Easy to move screens any time you need.

Sceptre 30-inch Curved Gaming Monitor

A solid HD widescreen monitor that makes gaming crisp and clear. With a 200Hz refresh rate it's easy to play competitively. (Don't count on the built-in speakers for quality sound.)

WALI Mount Bracket Adapter

When a monitor isn't compatible with your mount, this bracket adapter makes it work. Getting the monitor to sit firmly within it sometimes takes a fight, but it's still a great option over spending hundreds on a new monitor.

CORSAIR 6500X Mid-Tower ATX Dual Chamber Case

It may be big, but the dual chamber helps keep every component cool and performing at peak efficiency. Easy to install components and route wires for a beautiful finished build. The dust covers are easy to remove and stay in place when reinstalled.

LTC 120mm Daisy-Chain PC Case Fans

Tired of tons of case fan wires? Not anymore. These interlinking case fans snap together easily, and you only need one power cable to manage. The LEDs shine beautifully too.

PCI-E to USB 3.0 7-Port Card

The more tech you use, the more USB ports you need. This plug-and-play PCI-E card functions without fault and manages bandwidth surprisingly well. Even USB cameras don't lose image quality through it.

Dell WD19S Docking Station

The ultimate addition for any laptop streamer. Supports dual monitors, USB ports, and an Ethernet port. Provides a boost to a laptop setup that helps it work more efficiently for streaming.

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Nobody.Live

Find someone to raid who has zero viewers on their stream. Make their stream something to remember by bringing them a viewership and watching them get excited.

Gazo Tuber

A free, lightweight PNG-Tuber app for streaming. Can be used in Streamlabs OBS or OBS Studio through a game capture with a super simple setup.

Twitch Test

Can't figure out if Twitch servers are the problem? Use this standalone app to test which Twitch servers are best for your connection.

Hammertime

Easily incorporate local time in Discord for all your community members. This tool automatically converts the times of events to each Discord user's timezone.

Twitch Markdown Guide

Twitch's guide to formatting panel text so you can make your About Me sections look professional. Includes how to make headers, bold, italic, lists, and more.

Discord Markdown Guide

Discord's guide to formatting text so you can make announcements and events stand out in your server. Includes headers, bold, italic, lists, and more.

Discord Colored Text Generator

A simple app that creates colored Discord messages using the ANSI color codes available on the latest Discord desktop versions.

T-Cal Stream Scheduler

Schedule your Twitch streams on Twitch through your Google Calendar. Courtesy of Google Workspace Marketplace.

Wheel of Names

A simple prize-wheel browser source. Just add names and spin when ready.

Keymailer

Apply for free game keys in exchange for reviews and game exposure. An opportunity to work with game devs, review and stream upcoming and new games, and build credibility with companies.

StreamFog

A revival of Snap Camera filters for streaming. Has multiple integrations for bot control and displays through a browser source, providing creative and fun ways to stream with your community.