Twitch VODs
Preserved Twitch streams from your favourite creators. Rewatch or download every broadcast.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I record Twitch streams?
Add any Twitch username on Stream Archive and every stream is recorded automatically from that point on. The Twitch stream recorder operates in the cloud, so it catches broadcasts whether you are online or not. No software to install, nothing to configure.
Can I download Twitch VODs before they expire?
Yes. Twitch deletes VODs after 14 days for regular streamers and 60 days for Partners. Stream Archive keeps recordings permanently. Premium users can use the built-in Twitch VOD downloader to save any recording as a video file before or after it expires on Twitch.
How is this different from watching VODs on Twitch?
Twitch VODs expire, get muted by DMCA claims, or get deleted by the streamer. Stream Archive records Twitch streams independently, so your recordings stay intact in full quality regardless of what happens on Twitch. Think of it as a permanent backup you can always download.
Does it record every type of Twitch stream?
Yes. Gaming, Just Chatting, IRL, creative streams, and every other category are recorded automatically. The Twitch stream recorder does not filter by content type.
Is Stream Archive free for recording Twitch streams?
Yes. Create a free account and start recording Twitch streams immediately. Premium plans unlock the ability to download Twitch VODs as video files and provide extended storage for your recordings.
Twitch Stream Recordings
Twitch has a built-in VOD system, but it comes with serious limitations. Regular streamers lose their VODs after just 14 days. Even Partners only get 60 days before recordings are deleted. On top of that, VODs can be muted due to DMCA takedowns, or a streamer might delete them manually. If you were counting on rewatching a favourite broadcast, there is a real chance it will not be there when you go looking for it.
Stream Archive works as a Twitch stream recorder that keeps recordings permanently. When you add a Twitch creator, every stream is recorded independently from Twitch's own VOD system. Your recordings do not expire after 14 days, they are not affected by DMCA muting, and they stay available even if the streamer deletes their channel.
A Twitch VOD Downloader That Actually Works
Downloading VODs directly from Twitch requires third-party tools that break frequently. Stream Archive includes a built-in Twitch VOD downloader for premium users. Any recording in your library can be downloaded as a video file with a single click, no external software needed.
Every Category, Every Stream
Whether it is a competitive gaming session, a Just Chatting marathon, an IRL adventure, or a creative stream, the Twitch stream recorder captures everything. There are no content filters and no category restrictions. If the streamer goes live, it gets recorded.
Cloud Recording Without the CPU Hit
Desktop recording tools eat up CPU and RAM while you are trying to watch. Stream Archive records Twitch streams entirely in the cloud, so your computer stays free for gaming, working, or whatever else you are doing. No OBS configuration, no disk space concerns, no dropped frames.
Start Recording for Free
Create a free account and add your favourite Twitch streamers. Recordings begin automatically the next time they go live. Upgrade to premium to download Twitch VODs and unlock extended storage.