GCROCK Stream Etiquette

Stream etiquette consists of recommended guidelines to follow during GCROCK live streams, ensuring a positive experience for GCROCK, the viewers, and anyone involved in the stream.

SHD Agents in our community who use the ping feature to assist members during live streams should also adhere to these guidelines.

The streamer is responsible for the entire show and should have a solid plan in place for how the stream will unfold.
Anyone joining the live stream with the streamer should be aware they are part of a live broadcast. It’s common courtesy for participants to understand they are being recorded and have an audience, and in some countries, this may be a legal requirement.
The streamer should be aware of and adhere to any guidelines or rules required by the platform they are streaming on.
It is the streamer’s responsibility to manage anyone in the live stream who may be violating any guidelines.
Swearing is generally acceptable in live streams at the discretion of the streamer, but it should be kept to a minimum and always be respectful of others.
If other people are co-streaming, the streamer should ensure they have a way to mute themselves when interacting with their own chat.
The streamer should aim to strike a good balance between providing content and engaging with the chat, as this offers the best viewing experience.
Avoid begging for subscriptions or gifts, and don’t over-promote anything. Promote naturally and have fun with it.
Lastly, don’t engage with trolls or haters. Simply hide them or let your moderators handle it. Ignoring them is always the best approach.

When joining a stream, it’s important to respect the streamer’s wishes at all times.
Remember, the streamer is broadcasting to an audience, and your cooperation helps the stream run smoothly.
While it’s not your responsibility to understand all platform guidelines, using common sense is key. You’re broadcasting to the world, so stay respectful and let the streamer take the lead. If you cross any boundaries, the streamer will let you know.
Aim for a good level of interaction with the streamer. If you can create a fun atmosphere, you may be invited back in the future. However, always give the streamer space to speak and manage the stream.
The focus of the stream is on the streamer and their audience. Unless the streamer asks, there’s no need to offer unsolicited opinions on how you would do things differently.
If you’re also streaming, make sure the streamer is aware of it, and ensure you have a way to mute yourself when interacting with your own chat.
If planning a co-stream with another streamer, both streamers should have a clear plan for how the stream will go. Mics should always be muted when interacting with personal chats, unless it involves both streamers or is otherwise agreed upon.

Be respectful: Avoid hate speech, trolling, or any disruptive behavior.
Follow the streamer’s chat rules. Streamers moderate their chats in different ways, so it’s important to respect their rules and the mods enforcing them.
Be supportive: Engage with the streamer, like their stream, and subscribe if you want to join future live sessions.
Be patient! The streamer is juggling a lot, and they may have a lot of messages to read through. They’ll reply when they can, and if they miss your message, it’s not personal. Many streamers also have social media accounts like X or Discord, so try reaching out through other channels if you really want to get in touch.
Don’t stream snipe!
Don’t backseat game. Backseat gaming is when you try to tell the streamer how to play a game. Imagine sitting down to play and having someone stand next to you telling you what to do. Sometimes the streamer might seem to be struggling, but that struggle is often what makes the experience enjoyable for them and their viewers. They’ll ask for input if they need it.
Don’t post spoilers!