Complete Setup Guide
Set up CatchUp.help for your streaming channel in under 5 minutes.
Quick Start (5 Minutes)
Step 1: Sign Up
Go to https://api.catchup.help/auth/google/login and sign in with Google.
Step 2: Connect Your Channel
YouTube:
Auto-connects via OAuth — no additional setup needed.
Twitch:
Create bot account at twitchapps.com/tmi and copy OAuth token.
Kick/Rumble:
Add your channel URL to the dashboard.
Step 3: Test It
Start a livestream, type !recap in chat, and see the AI summary appear within 10 seconds.
Customization Options
Trigger Commands
Default: !recap
Alternatives: !summary, !catchup, !whathappened
Custom: Any string (Creator/Pro)
Recap Length
short: 100-200 words
medium: 200-400 words (default)
long: 400-800 words
Tone/Persona
neutral, professional, hype, dry_humor, cozy
Language
30+ languages auto-detected. Pro allows different input/output languages.
Nightbot Integration
If you already use Nightbot, add this custom command:
!addcom !recap $(urlfetch https://api.catchup.help/api/v1/recap/YOUR_CHANNEL_ID)
Post-Stream Chapters
After your stream ends, CatchUp generates timestamped chapters automatically:
00:00 Stream Start & Intro 05:23 Boss Strategy Discussion 15:47 Q&A Session 25:10 Wrap-up & Thanks
Copy to your YouTube description or export as SRT, Markdown, or JSON.
FAQ
Does CatchUp affect stream quality?
No. It connects from our servers, just like a viewer. Your OBS, bitrate, and performance are unaffected.
What happens when I'm not streaming?
Nothing. CatchUp only activates when you're live. When you go offline, it stops immediately.
How fast are recaps?
Typically under 10 seconds from !recap to summary in chat.
What languages are supported?
30+ languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and more.
Is my data private?
We only process audio from your public stream. Full transcripts are not stored. Only summaries and chapter data are kept.
Can I use Nightbot instead?
Yes. On Creator and Pro plans, you can use Nightbot mode where CatchUp provides recap text via API.