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How to Use YouTube Super Chat

Tap through each step to see how Super Chat works.

  1. Join a live stream

    Enter the live stream of a creator who has Super Chat enabled.

  2. Tap the Super Chat icon in the chat box

    Tap the dollar-sign icon next to the chat input field.

  3. Choose an amount and write a message

    Pick how much you'd like to contribute and write a message to the creator.

  4. See your message highlighted in the chat

    Once the payment goes through, your message is highlighted in color and pinned near the top of the chat for a set amount of time.

  5. Why it's worth using

    Instead of your comment getting lost in a fast-scrolling chat, a highlighted, paid message lets you directly show support to a creator you like.

A way to stand out in a fast-moving chat

Live chat during a popular stream moves fast, and Super Chat is essentially a way to pay for visibility β€” a bigger contribution keeps your message pinned longer and gives it a more prominent color.

Not every channel can receive Super Chats

Only channels that meet YouTube's monetization eligibility requirements can turn on Super Chat, so it isn't available on every live stream you might watch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a bigger amount get pinned for longer?

Yes β€” a larger contribution keeps the message pinned at the top of the chat for longer and gives it a more prominent color.

Can every channel receive Super Chats?

No β€” only channels that meet certain YouTube Partner Program requirements can enable Super Chat.