Description

Twitch Status for WordPress connects channels from the Twitch platform to the WordPress site through a live status widget, automatically displaying whether the streamer is online, how many viewers are watching, which game is being streamed, and the current broadcast thumbnail. It is aimed at those who maintain their own Twitch channel and want to communicate live presence on their blog, streamer portfolio, or gamer community site without relying on manual checks.

Main Features of Twitch Status for WordPress

  • Live status widget
    Indicates in real time whether the Twitch channel is streaming or offline.
  • Automated Twitch API query
    Fetches channel data without the need to manually refresh the page.
  • Display of current game and viewers
    Shows the title of the game being streamed and the count of connected viewers.
  • Broadcast thumbnail
    Renders the visual preview of the ongoing stream inside the widget.
  • Channel configuration
    Allows setting the Twitch channel name to be monitored via the WordPress dashboard.

Benefits of Twitch Status for WordPress

  • More clicks during live streams
    Visitors immediately notice when the streamer is live and migrate to Twitch.
  • Community engagement
    Fans follow the channel on the site when it goes live again without needing to open another tab.
  • Full automation
    Eliminates the task of manually updating “I’m live” notices on the site.
  • Integrated visual identity
    Displays channel status within the theme itself, maintaining the streamer’s brand.

Who Is Twitch Status for WordPress Recommended For?

  • Twitch streamers who maintain their own site, blog, or portfolio on WordPress.
  • Those managing gamer community sites who want to highlight members who are streaming.
  • Content creators who cover competitive scenes and promote their live streams on the official site.
  • Those needing to display a Twitch channel’s live status within a theme’s sidebar or footer.

How to Download Twitch Status for WordPress

Twitch Status for WordPress is available for download here on Ultrapack. After downloading the .zip file, install it via Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin, select the package, and activate it. Once activated, the channel status widget appears in the WordPress Widgets area, ready to be placed within the theme.

Designed for those producing live content on Twitch and maintaining a parallel digital presence on WordPress, Twitch Status for WordPress bridges the gap between the broadcast channel and the streamer’s institutional site. By automating live channel signaling, it frees the creator to focus on live production while the site audience receives the visual notification at the exact moment the broadcast starts.

Frequently asked questions

Is Twitch Status for WordPress GPL-licensed?

Yes. Twitch Status for WordPress is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.

Can I use Twitch Status for WordPress on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install Twitch Status for WordPress on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.

How much does Twitch Status for WordPress cost at Ultrapack?

Twitch Status for WordPress costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).

Does Twitch Status for WordPress include updates?

Yes. The current version of Twitch Status for WordPress is 1.1, published at Ultrapack on Jun 11, 2018. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is Twitch Status for WordPress scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of Twitch Status for WordPress goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.