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Twitch
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Twitch

Twitch

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Twitch: An Amazon subsidiary offering live streaming of video games, esports, music, and creative content.

HQ
San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2011
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Twitch, founded by Justin Kan, Emmett Shear, Michael Seibel, Kyle Vogt, and Kevin Lin, launched on June 6, 2011, as a spin-off of Justin.tv. The platform's core mission is to provide a space for live streaming video games, esports competitions, music broadcasts, creative content, and "in real life" streams. As a subsidiary of Amazon, Twitch offers both live and video-on-demand content to a global audience, aiming to connect content creators with their communities in real-time.

Notable figures affiliated with Twitch include CEO Dan Clancy and CCO Laura Lee. Since its inception, Twitch has achieved significant milestones, including becoming a leading platform for video game streaming and a central hub for esports. Its acquisition by Amazon in 2014 further solidified its market position. Twitch's impact is evident in its massive user base and influence on gaming culture, providing opportunities for content creators and fostering a vibrant online community.

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Twitch - Quick Facts

Who are Twitch's competitors?

Companies similar to Twitch include Stream Captain, YouNow, Caffeine and esports.com.

When was Twitch founded?

Twitch was founded in 2011.

Where is Twitch's headquarters located?

Twitch's headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA, US.

When was Twitch's last funding round?

Twitch's most recent funding round was for $20M (USD) in September 2013.

How much has Twitch raised to-date?

As of Sep 30, 2013, Twitch has raised a total of $35M (USD).

How many employees does Twitch have?

Twitch has 4,419 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Twitch - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Video Streaming
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Advertising
  • Software
  • Subscription
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Esports
  • Live Streaming
Tags
  • API
  • Businesses
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
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NAICS
  • 710000Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
SIC
  • 7900Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7920Theatrical Producers (except Motion Picture), Bands, Orchestras
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives
  • 7929Bands, Orchestras, Actors, And Other Entertainers And Entertainment