CHZZK BROADCASTING FIELD MANUAL⏱️ 12 min readUpdated: September 2026 Edition
Chzzk Streamer Master Guide & Data Bank
From your very first broadcast to affiliate contract and multi-platform distribution: verified workflows for monetization policies, OBS 4-track audio separation for copyright defense, Studio Remote, and the 5-step OSMU video editing pipeline.
CHAPTER 01MONETIZATION & POLICY
Chzzk Monetization: Toonation vs Naver Cheese & Pro Contract Rules
1. What is Toonation?
Toonation is an external third-party donation intermediary service. Streamers generate a custom browser source widget URL and embed it into OBS. Viewers charge Toonation cash to send TTS voice messages, video donations, and roulette games directly to the broadcast screen.
2. Why Rookie Streamers Use Toonation Early On
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Ultra-Low Platform Commission
Toonation takes an exceptionally small commission fee compared to other payment gateways, maximizing the streamer's net payout margin.
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Low Payout Threshold
Allows beginner streamers to withdraw small donation sums quickly to fund gear upgrades like microphones and lighting.
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Rich AI Voice TTS & Video Widgets
Hundreds of AI character voices and interactive roulette/mission widgets to drive early community engagement.
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Unified Multi-stream Alerts
Rookies can dual-stream to Chzzk and YouTube simultaneously with a single unified donation overlay.
3. Chzzk Pro Contract Requirements & Third-Party Banner Ban
Upon signing the official Chzzk Pro contract, all third-party donation widgets (Toonation, Twip) and profile banner links are strictly forbidden on screen and channel info. Violations will result in official policy warnings, and continued non-compliance may lead to revocation of monetization privileges and account suspension.
Chzzk Pro Qualification Criteria:
Followers: 150+ followers
Total Viewers: 500+ cumulative viewers over the past year
Broadcasting Time: 20+ cumulative hours over the past year
Application Path: Chzzk Studio > Revenue Management > Monetization
4. Key Reasons to Transition to Pro
Naver Pay Seamless Checkout Convenience
Most Korean viewers already have Naver Pay registered and funded with points, making donations effortless and encouraging higher viewer participation.
Monthly Subscriptions & Custom Emotes/Badges
Enables recurring monthly subscription revenue and unlocks custom channel badges and emote tiers.
5. Comparison: Toonation vs Naver Cheese (Pro)
Feature
Toonation (Third-party)
Naver Cheese (Chzzk Pro)
Eligibility
Rookies only (Prohibited on Pro)
Pro & Partner Streamers
Payment Checkout
Separate cash recharge required
Naver Pay frictionless checkout & points
Channel Banners
Allowed on Rookie tier
Strictly prohibited (Violations removed)
Subscriptions
External membership links only
Native Chzzk monthly memberships
Fees & Payout Efficiency
Ultra-low commission, maximum net payout
Standard Chzzk official payout policies
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Chzzk does not support separate server-side VOD mute tracks:
Unlike Twitch's legacy Track 6 VOD mute feature, Chzzk encodes live stream audio (Track 1) directly into its VOD replay.
Additionally, Chzzk VOD replays are not stored indefinitely; retention periods depend on streamer tier and view counts (Rookie 30 days/conditional 7 days, Pro 60 days/conditional 14 days, unpublished 2 days). Please refer to Official Chzzk VOD Retention Policy for full details.
Therefore, the primary reason streamers separate OBS audio tracks is local multi-track recording for YouTube video editing and permanent archiving.
2. Three Key Benefits of Local Multi-track Separation
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YouTube Copyright Defense
Even if you played copyrighted pop songs live, you simply mute Track 4 (Music) in your video editor and keep the game sound and voice intact!
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Post-Broadcast Volume Balancing
If in-game gunshots overpowered your microphone, adjust the game audio track down and boost your voice track independently in Premiere or DaVinci.
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Discord Slip-of-the-Tongue Censorship
Censor an unwanted Discord remark by cutting only the Discord track while keeping game audio and your reaction seamless.
3. Windows Native Audio Capture Setup (Zero Virtual Cables)
Modern OBS versions include native Application Audio Capture:
Disable Global Desktop Audio in OBS Settings > Audio.
Add individual Application Audio Capture sources: Audio_Game, Audio_Discord, and Audio_Music.
In OBS Settings > Output > Recording (Advanced mode), check Audio Tracks 1, 2, 3, and 4.
4. OBS Advanced Audio Properties Matrix
Audio Source
Track 1 (Live Stream)
Track 2 (Mic Only)
Track 3 (Game Only)
Track 4 (Music / Discord)
Microphone (Mic)
✅ Yes
✅ Yes
❌ No
❌ No
Audio_Game (In-Game)
✅ Yes
❌ No
✅ Yes
❌ No
Audio_Discord (Voice Chat)
✅ Yes
❌ No
❌ No
✅ Yes
Audio_Music (BGM)
✅ Yes
❌ No
❌ No
✅ Yes
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Chzzk Studio Mastery: Remote Controller, Anonymous Donors & Weflab
1. Real-time Studio Remote Controller Mastery
Remote Location: Chzzk Studio > Dashboard > Newsfeed tab > [Remote] button (opens in popup).
Replay Missed Video Donations: Click [Replay on Stream] to replay any video donation you missed during intense gameplay.
Pre-screening Dangerous Videos: Disable autoplay in Studio settings and approve video donations manually in the Remote to effectively prevent offensive or malicious videos from airing.
Live Mission Judgment: Approve or reject viewer missions and register success/failure with a single click.
2. Identifying Anonymous Donor Real Nicknames
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Official Naver System Policy:
Even if a viewer selects "Donate Anonymously", their actual Naver nickname and profile photo are 100% visible inside the streamer's Studio Donation History and Remote Controller.
Streamer Etiquette Tip: Don't expose their real identity on stream. Acknowledge with: "Thank you Anonymous donor! I can see who you are on my screen, but I'll keep your secret!"
3. Weflab Cheese Roulette Setup
Log in to Weflab with your Chzzk account and enable Roulette in Donation Alerts.
Configure amounts (e.g. 1,000 Cheese) and prize/penalty probabilities.
Critical Step: Copy the [Donation Alert URL] (NOT the separate roulette page URL) and paste it into an OBS Browser Source (1920x1080).
RECOMMENDED TOOLProtect your chat from cross-channel trolls?
Activate Bzzk Radar to detect known disruptive accounts in real time.
Reviewing an entire multi-hour VOD from scratch is exhausting. Depending on your stream's content, you might produce 0, 2, or 10 shorts. Treat the following 5 steps as an efficient baseline workflow recommendation:
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STEP 1: Log Timestamps During Broadcast
Clip funny moments in Chzzk Studio or jot down notes (e.g. 1:24:10 Boss comeback).
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STEP 2: Cut Main YouTube Long-form (Recommended length: 8~12 minutes)
Edit highlights, remove audio dead air, and craft a 5-second hook intro. (8~12 min is an effective guideline for audience retention.)
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STEP 3: Extract Killer Clips (Flexible volume)
Isolate peak entertainment moments or punchlines for vertical format (1~2 clips or more depending on content).
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STEP 4: Reframe into 9:16 Vertical Video
Stack your webcam on top and high-action gameplay with bold captions on the bottom.
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STEP 5: Cross-post to YouTube Shorts, Reels, and TikTok
Maximize organic algorithm impressions to funnel viewers directly to your live stream.
3. Official Chzzk VOD Retention Policy (Effective Nov 5, 2025)
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[Crucial Notice] Official VOD Expiration Policy:
Chzzk VOD replays are not stored indefinitely. Retention periods strictly depend on streamer tier, publication status, and cumulative viewer count:
Streamer Tier
Published VOD Retention
Unpublished VOD (All Tiers)
Rookie
30 days (If cumulative viewers < 100: 7 days)
2 days (Permanently deleted if unpublished after 48 hrs)
Pro
60 days (If cumulative viewers < 100: 14 days)
Partner
Permanent
Once expired, VODs cannot be recovered from Naver servers. Back them up immediately or use ErrorLedger's Chzzk Downloader for lossless 1080p MP4 downloads.
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4. Chzzk 'Tongnamu (Log) Power' System & Channel Fandom Rankings
🪵 What is Chzzk Tongnamu (Log) Power?
Concept: Tongnamu Power points are channel-specific fandom activity points reflecting diverse viewer engagement. Rather than accumulating infinitely without action, viewers earn power through active participation: watching for 5 minutes (10 Power), clicking the verification button after 1 hour of watching (100 Power; must be clicked within 1 hour or it expires), following, Cheese donations, monthly first donation, and gift subscriptions.
Channel Fandom Leaderboard (Weekly/Monthly Tongnamu Power Ranking):In addition to pure cash donation totals, streamers can display a Weekly/Monthly Tongnamu Power Ranking celebrating viewers' combined dedication and active engagement within that streamer's specific channel.
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Reduces Viewer Financial Friction
Displaying pure cash donation totals can intimidate newcomers and casual fans. Tongnamu Power rankings honor consistent watch time and button verifications alongside donations, creating an inclusive community atmosphere.
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Recognizes Dedicated Viewers
Students and viewers who cannot donate frequently can still reach the top spots on the weekly or monthly leaderboard simply by tuning in and verifying hourly, cultivating deep channel loyalty.
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Official Chzzk Studio Settings Path
Navigate to Chzzk Studio > Channel/Permission Management > Tongnamu Power Management to enable Tongnamu Power, toggle Weekly Ranking display, and configure Monthly Ranking visibility.