{"id":160130,"date":"2025-03-04T12:09:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T12:09:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=160130"},"modified":"2025-03-04T12:09:33","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T12:09:33","slug":"why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/","title":{"rendered":"Why are my Twitch drops not progressing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Why_Are_My_Twitch_Drops_Not_Progressing_A_Comprehensive_Guide\" title=\"Why Are My Twitch Drops Not Progressing? A Comprehensive Guide\">Why Are My Twitch Drops Not Progressing? A Comprehensive Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Account_Linking_Issues\" title=\"Account Linking Issues\">Account Linking Issues<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Verifying_Your_Connection\" title=\"Verifying Your Connection\">Verifying Your Connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Re-linking_for_Good_Measure\" title=\"Re-linking for Good Measure\">Re-linking for Good Measure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Checking_Permissions\" title=\"Checking Permissions\">Checking Permissions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Inactivity_and_Technical_Issues\" title=\"Inactivity and Technical Issues\">Inactivity and Technical Issues<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Active_Viewing_is_Key\" title=\"Active Viewing is Key\">Active Viewing is Key<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Cache_and_Cookies_Clear_the_Clutter\" title=\"Cache and Cookies: Clear the Clutter\">Cache and Cookies: Clear the Clutter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Browser_Extensions_and_Ad_Blockers\" title=\"Browser Extensions and Ad Blockers\">Browser Extensions and Ad Blockers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Refresh_and_Restart\" title=\"Refresh and Restart\">Refresh and Restart<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Stream_and_Drop_Specifics\" title=\"Stream and Drop Specifics\">Stream and Drop Specifics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Drops_Enabled_Streams_Only\" title=\"Drops Enabled Streams Only\">Drops Enabled Streams Only<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#One_at_a_Time\" title=\"One at a Time\">One at a Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Time_Requirements_and_Claiming\" title=\"Time Requirements and Claiming\">Time Requirements and Claiming<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Technical_Bugs_and_Delays\" title=\"Technical Bugs and Delays\">Technical Bugs and Delays<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Twitch_Server_Issues\" title=\"Twitch Server Issues\">Twitch Server Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#In-Game_Delivery_Delays\" title=\"In-Game Delivery Delays\">In-Game Delivery Delays<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Misunderstandings_and_Expectations\" title=\"Misunderstandings and Expectations\">Misunderstandings and Expectations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Drops_are_Not_Guaranteed\" title=\"Drops are Not Guaranteed\">Drops are Not Guaranteed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Verify_Campaign_Details\" title=\"Verify Campaign Details\">Verify Campaign Details<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#1_Do_Twitch_Drops_work_if_muted\" title=\"1. Do Twitch Drops work if muted?\">1. Do Twitch Drops work if muted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#2_Can_you_alt_tab_and_still_get_Twitch_Drops\" title=\"2. Can you alt tab and still get Twitch Drops?\">2. Can you alt tab and still get Twitch Drops?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#3_How_do_you_track_Twitch_Drops_progress\" title=\"3. How do you track Twitch Drops progress?\">3. How do you track Twitch Drops progress?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#4_Can_I_get_2_Drops_on_Twitch_at_the_same_time\" title=\"4. Can I get 2 Drops on Twitch at the same time?\">4. Can I get 2 Drops on Twitch at the same time?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#5_Do_Twitch_Drops_expire_after_claiming\" title=\"5. Do Twitch Drops expire after claiming?\">5. Do Twitch Drops expire after claiming?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#6_Why_havent_I_received_my_COD_Twitch_Drops\" title=\"6. Why haven&#8217;t I received my COD Twitch Drops?\">6. Why haven&#8217;t I received my COD Twitch Drops?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#7_Do_Twitch_Drops_work_if_minimized\" title=\"7. Do Twitch Drops work if minimized?\">7. Do Twitch Drops work if minimized?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#8_Can_I_get_Twitch_Drops_from_VODs\" title=\"8. Can I get Twitch Drops from VODs?\">8. Can I get Twitch Drops from VODs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#9_What_counts_as_watching_for_Twitch_Drops\" title=\"9. What counts as watching for Twitch Drops?\">9. What counts as watching for Twitch Drops?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#10_Are_alt_accounts_allowed_on_Twitch\" title=\"10. Are alt accounts allowed on Twitch?\">10. Are alt accounts allowed on Twitch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#11_Do_Twitch_views_count_if_muted\" title=\"11. Do Twitch views count if muted?\">11. Do Twitch views count if muted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#12_Can_any_streamer_do_Twitch_Drops\" title=\"12. Can any streamer do Twitch Drops?\">12. Can any streamer do Twitch Drops?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#13_Why_am_I_not_getting_Twitch_Drops_on_Xbox\" title=\"13. Why am I not getting Twitch Drops on Xbox?\">13. Why am I not getting Twitch Drops on Xbox?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#14_What_does_it_mean_if_a_stream_is_%E2%80%9CSynced%E2%80%9D\" title=\"14. What does it mean if a stream is &#8220;Synced&#8221;?\">14. What does it mean if a stream is &#8220;Synced&#8221;?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-are-my-twitch-drops-not-progressing\/#15_How_can_I_learn_more_about_the_impact_of_games_on_the_way_we_learn\" title=\"15. How can I learn more about the impact of games on the way we learn?\">15. How can I learn more about the impact of games on the way we learn?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Are_My_Twitch_Drops_Not_Progressing_A_Comprehensive_Guide\"><\/span>Why Are My Twitch Drops Not Progressing? A Comprehensive Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Twitch Drops can be an exciting way to earn <strong>in-game rewards<\/strong> simply by watching your favorite streamers. However, the frustration kicks in when that progress bar just refuses to budge. So, why are your Twitch Drops not progressing? The issue typically stems from a few key areas: <strong>account linking problems, inactivity detection, incorrect stream selection, technical glitches, or simply misunderstandings about how Drops work.<\/strong> Let&#8217;s delve deeper into each of these potential culprits and how to resolve them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Account_Linking_Issues\"><\/span>Account Linking Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verifying_Your_Connection\"><\/span>Verifying Your Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The most common reason for stalled progress is an improper connection between your <strong>Twitch account<\/strong> and the account for the game offering the Drops. Ensure you&#8217;ve linked the correct accounts. This usually involves visiting the game developer&#8217;s website or a dedicated Drops page and following the specific linking instructions. It&#8217;s not enough to just have a Twitch account; it needs to be explicitly connected to the relevant gaming account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Re-linking_for_Good_Measure\"><\/span>Re-linking for Good Measure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Even if you <em>think<\/em> your accounts are linked, it&#8217;s a good idea to <strong>unlink and re-link them periodically<\/strong>. This can resolve any lingering authentication issues that might be preventing progress tracking.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Checking_Permissions\"><\/span>Checking Permissions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes, account permissions get revoked or altered. Review your <strong>Twitch account settings<\/strong> to make sure the game has the necessary permissions to access your viewing data.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inactivity_and_Technical_Issues\"><\/span>Inactivity and Technical Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Active_Viewing_is_Key\"><\/span>Active Viewing is Key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Twitch is designed to detect active viewers. If you&#8217;re <strong>muted or minimized<\/strong>, Twitch might pause your progress. Make sure the stream is <strong>unmuted<\/strong> and in an <strong>active tab<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cache_and_Cookies_Clear_the_Clutter\"><\/span>Cache and Cookies: Clear the Clutter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Like any website, Twitch relies on cookies and cached data. <strong>Clearing your browser&#8217;s cache and cookies<\/strong> can resolve a multitude of technical glitches that might be interfering with Drops progress.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Browser_Extensions_and_Ad_Blockers\"><\/span>Browser Extensions and Ad Blockers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Certain browser extensions, especially <strong>ad blockers<\/strong>, can sometimes interfere with Twitch&#8217;s tracking mechanisms. Try disabling them temporarily to see if it resolves the issue.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refresh_and_Restart\"><\/span>Refresh and Restart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A simple <strong>refresh of the Twitch page<\/strong> or a <strong>restart of your browser<\/strong> can often do the trick. Sometimes, a temporary glitch is all that&#8217;s standing in your way.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stream_and_Drop_Specifics\"><\/span>Stream and Drop Specifics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drops_Enabled_Streams_Only\"><\/span>Drops Enabled Streams Only<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Make absolutely sure the streamer you&#8217;re watching has <strong>Drops enabled<\/strong>. Look for a tag on the stream indicating Drops are active. Not all streams offer Drops, even if the game itself has a Drops campaign running.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_at_a_Time\"><\/span>One at a Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can only earn progress toward a Drop on <strong>one participating channel at a time<\/strong>. Opening multiple streams for the same game won&#8217;t speed up the process. In fact, it could hinder progress.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Requirements_and_Claiming\"><\/span>Time Requirements and Claiming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Each Drop has a specific <strong>watch time requirement<\/strong>. Make sure you&#8217;ve met that requirement. Once you&#8217;ve earned a Drop, you need to <strong>claim it<\/strong> from within the chat window or your Drops Inventory. This is a crucial step often overlooked.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_Bugs_and_Delays\"><\/span>Technical Bugs and Delays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Twitch_Server_Issues\"><\/span>Twitch Server Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Occasionally, Twitch itself experiences <strong>server issues<\/strong> that can affect Drops progress. Check the Twitch support channels for any reported outages.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In-Game_Delivery_Delays\"><\/span>In-Game Delivery Delays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Even after claiming a Drop, it can take time for it to appear <strong>in-game<\/strong>. Typically, Drops will appear in-game within <strong>24 hours<\/strong>. Be patient.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Misunderstandings_and_Expectations\"><\/span>Misunderstandings and Expectations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drops_are_Not_Guaranteed\"><\/span>Drops are Not Guaranteed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Keep in mind that while some Drops are guaranteed for meeting certain watch time requirements, others are <strong>random<\/strong>. There&#8217;s no guarantee you&#8217;ll receive a particular Drop, how often Drops will be awarded, or what the reward will be if the campaign employs random distribution.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verify_Campaign_Details\"><\/span>Verify Campaign Details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Read all the fine print! Make sure you are viewing the right stream on the correct platform (e.g., some campaigns only run on a streamer&#8217;s personal website, and not Twitch).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Do_Twitch_Drops_work_if_muted\"><\/span>1. Do Twitch Drops work if muted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, muting the stream <strong>generally does not affect<\/strong> the linking process between your Twitch account and your game account, and you should still receive progress. However, Twitch&#8217;s algorithms are constantly changing, and active viewership is always encouraged to prevent any potential issues. For example, Twitch&#8217;s most recent policies state that if muted for a prolonged amount of time, progress may be paused.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_you_alt_tab_and_still_get_Twitch_Drops\"><\/span>2. Can you alt tab and still get Twitch Drops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While you <em>can<\/em> technically alt-tab, it can be <strong>picky<\/strong>. If the stream is minimized, it generally <em>won&#8217;t<\/em> count. Twitch seems to prefer the tab to be active or at least visible. So, it&#8217;s best to keep the Twitch tab open and visible, even if you&#8217;re working in another application.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_do_you_track_Twitch_Drops_progress\"><\/span>3. How do you track Twitch Drops progress?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can check your progress at any time by checking your profile menu looking under the <strong>Drops menu item<\/strong>. Remember, you can only earn progress towards a Drop on one participating channel at a time. You can also check your progress towards Drops within a campaign anytime by viewing the <strong>Drops Inventory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Can_I_get_2_Drops_on_Twitch_at_the_same_time\"><\/span>4. Can I get 2 Drops on Twitch at the same time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You <strong>cannot<\/strong> progress toward two Drops simultaneously. You can only earn progress toward a Drop on one participating channel at a time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Do_Twitch_Drops_expire_after_claiming\"><\/span>5. Do Twitch Drops expire after claiming?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Earned Twitch Drop rewards will expire <strong>7 days after they&#8217;ve been claimed<\/strong> if a game account has not been linked. Make sure to claim your Drops in a timely manner and link your game accounts.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Why_havent_I_received_my_COD_Twitch_Drops\"><\/span>6. Why haven&#8217;t I received my COD Twitch Drops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Please allow up to <strong>24 hours<\/strong> for your claimed rewards to appear in game. If the game is running when you claim a reward, you may need to restart the game or reboot your console or PC. You can also try logging out of and logging back in to your Twitch account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Do_Twitch_Drops_work_if_minimized\"><\/span>7. Do Twitch Drops work if minimized?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you mute or <strong>minimize<\/strong> streams, Twitch will stop counting you as an active viewer and will <strong>pause your progress<\/strong> toward a reward milestone. Make sure you&#8217;re set to appear as \u201cOnline\u201d on Twitch. Log out of Twitch, clear your cache, refresh the page, and log back in.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Can_I_get_Twitch_Drops_from_VODs\"><\/span>8. Can I get Twitch Drops from VODs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Drops only happen during the live broadcast, not VODs<\/strong>, so make sure you&#8217;re logged in and opted-in for Drops and Rewards to participate!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_counts_as_watching_for_Twitch_Drops\"><\/span>9. What counts as watching for Twitch Drops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Each Drop has a watch time requirement, and as long as you are watching a participating channel, your time will be counted towards earning the associated reward. You can check your progress and claim each Drop in the Twitch interface as you watch streams.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Are_alt_accounts_allowed_on_Twitch\"><\/span>10. Are alt accounts allowed on Twitch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Additional Twitch accounts can be created at any time granted you adhere to the <strong>Terms of Service and Community Guidelines<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Do_Twitch_views_count_if_muted\"><\/span>11. Do Twitch views count if muted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes! Whether you mute the video player on Twitch, or the browser tab, you still count as a viewer <strong>so long as live video is playing<\/strong>. But for the drops progress, it is better to keep unmuted.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Can_any_streamer_do_Twitch_Drops\"><\/span>12. Can any streamer do Twitch Drops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In order to use Twitch Drops, you must have a <strong>Twitch developer organization<\/strong> and have claimed your game that your Drop rewards will be associated with.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Why_am_I_not_getting_Twitch_Drops_on_Xbox\"><\/span>13. Why am I not getting Twitch Drops on Xbox?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your rewards still do not appear in your Redemption History, you may need to <strong>unlink and re-link your account<\/strong> to get future Twitch Drops. Rewards will not be retroactively granted, but this will refresh the connection.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_What_does_it_mean_if_a_stream_is_%E2%80%9CSynced%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>14. What does it mean if a stream is &#8220;Synced&#8221;?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you see a stream listed as <strong>&#8220;Synced,&#8221;<\/strong> it means the content creator&#8217;s stream has been integrated in line with that game&#8217;s official Drops campaign. To earn a Drop, log in to Twitch, make sure your profile is set to Online, and watch any SYNCED streams marked with the \u201cDrops Enabled\u201d tag. Once you achieve the Drop goal, look for a call-out at the top of the chat to claim.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_How_can_I_learn_more_about_the_impact_of_games_on_the_way_we_learn\"><\/span>15. How can I learn more about the impact of games on the way we learn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> explores the intersection of games and education. You can learn more at <strong>https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/strong> or <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>By systematically addressing these potential issues, you can significantly increase your chances of successfully earning those coveted Twitch Drops. Happy watching!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Are My Twitch Drops Not Progressing? A Comprehensive Guide Twitch Drops can be an exciting way to earn in-game rewards simply by watching your favorite streamers. However, the frustration kicks in when that progress bar just refuses to budge. So, why are your Twitch Drops not progressing? 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