How to ban a user on Twitch

To ban a user on Twitch, you can use several methods, depending on the situation. Here's how it can be done:

Ways to ban a user:

1. Through the command console:

• Type the command in chat:/ban @username This will block the user by specifying their name in @username format.

2. Through the user's avatar:

• Find the toxic user in chat.
• Click on his avatar with the left mouse button.
• Select the “Ban” option and specify the reason for the ban.

3. Timeout:

• Enter the command in chat: /timeout @username [time in seconds] This will temporarily ban the user for the specified number of seconds (from 1 to 600 seconds).

Unbanning a user:

• To unban a user, use the command: /unban @username This will cancel the ban if an administrator or moderator has decided to unblock the user.

Additional commands to control chat:

• /slow [seconds]: Limits how often users can send messages (e.g. every message after 5 seconds).
• /slowoff: Disables the time limit between messages.
• /clear: Clears the chat from previous messages.
• /poll: Creating a poll in chat.
• /endpoll: Ends a poll.
• /deletepoll: Deleting a poll.
• /restrict @username: Bans a user from sending messages in chat, but does not block them completely.

How to use the ban wisely:

A ban should be used for users who break the rules (e.g. for spamming, insults, or toxic behavior). In case of controversial situations, you can try to start a dialog with the user if it would be useful for discussion. Temporary bans are best used as warnings, with full bans for the most serious offenders. Regularly check compliance with the rules of the platform to avoid sanctions on the account. Thus, by properly setting up chat moderation and using blocking, you can maintain order on the channel and create a comfortable atmosphere for viewers.