Get Client ID and Client Secret from Twitch

Before we can chat or follow someone on Twitch, we need to log in to our account first. A bot is no different. Just like a normal user has a username and password, a bot needs a Client ID and Client Secret.

This guide will show you how to obtain your Client ID and Client Secret from Twitch.

Log in to the Twitch Developer Portal

This step is simple. Go to the Twitch Developer Portal and log in.

The account you use to create the Client ID and Client Secret will be the same account your bot uses to interact in chat. It can be the same account you use for streaming.

Register a Twitch Application

Go to the Application Registration Page. This is where you create an application that allows your bot to interact with Twitch.

Fill in the form as follows:

Name: Any unique name (must not duplicate another app name)
OAuth Redirect URLs: http://localhost:3000 only
(Must be http, not https, and no trailing /)
Category: Select Chat Bot
Client Type: Choose Confidential (no need to change)

Click the “Create” button at the bottom.

If everything is correct, you’ll be redirected to the Developer Applications page, where you should see your newly created app.

Get Client ID and Client Secret

On the Developer Applications page, click the “Manage” button on your app.

Scroll to the bottom of the page. You’ll see your Client ID and Client Secret.

Click “New Secret” and save it somewhere safe. You won’t be able to view it again later.