Email Verification
Before you can access creator features, you need to confirm the email address associated with your account. Hitorino sends a verification email automatically when you sign up.1
Find the verification email
Check the inbox of the email address you used during sign-up. The email arrives from
noreply@hitorino.tv with the subject “Confirm your Hitorino account”. If you do not see it within a couple of minutes, check your spam or promotions folder.2
Click the confirmation link
Open the email and click Confirm email address. You are redirected back to Hitorino and your account is immediately activated. The link is valid for 24 hours.
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Resend the link if needed
If the link has expired or you deleted the email, log in and navigate to Settings → Account → Email. Click Resend verification email to receive a fresh link.
Setting Up Your Creator Profile
Your creator profile is what viewers see when they land on your channel. A complete profile — with a clear photo, descriptive bio, and recognizable banner — significantly increases the chance that a first-time visitor becomes a follower or subscriber.Profile Picture and Banner
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Open channel settings
Go to Dashboard → Channel → Profile. This page controls everything on the public-facing version of your channel.
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Upload a profile picture
Click the profile picture area and select an image from your computer. Requirements:
- Format: JPG or PNG
- Recommended size: 400 × 400 px
- Maximum file size: 5 MB
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Upload a channel banner
Click the banner area and select a wide image. Requirements:
- Format: JPG or PNG
- Recommended size: 1440 × 400 px
- Maximum file size: 10 MB
Display Name and Bio
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Set your display name
Enter a Display name in the field provided. Unlike your username, your display name can include spaces, emoji, and mixed case — and you can change it at any time. It appears on your channel page, in the live feed, and in chat.
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Write your channel bio
Your bio appears below your display name on your channel page. Aim for 2–4 sentences that clearly explain what you stream, when you go live, and what makes your channel worth following. The bio field supports plain text only and has a 500-character limit.
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Add your streaming schedule
In the Schedule field, enter your typical streaming days and times — for example,
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 PM EST. This field is displayed prominently on your channel page and helps viewers plan when to tune in.4
Save your profile
Click Save changes. Your profile updates are published to your public channel page immediately.
Connecting Social Accounts
Linking your social accounts to Hitorino lets viewers find your other communities, and it unlocks cross-posting features that make it easier to promote new videos and upcoming streams.1
Open social settings
Go to Settings → Account → Connected accounts.
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Connect your accounts
Click Connect next to each platform you want to link. You are redirected to that platform’s authorization page. After approving access, you are returned to Hitorino and the account shows as connected.Hitorino supports connections to the following platforms:
- YouTube
- X (Twitter)
- TikTok
- Twitch
Connecting an account does not grant Hitorino permission to post on your behalf unless you separately enable the Auto-promote feature for that platform under Dashboard → Channel → Promotion.
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Choose which links appear on your channel
After connecting, toggle the Show on channel switch for each account you want displayed publicly on your channel page. Unlinked or hidden accounts are not visible to viewers.
Configuring Monetization
Hitorino gives you two ways to earn from your audience: recurring subscriptions and one-time tips. Both can be active at the same time.Enabling Viewer Subscriptions
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Open monetization settings
Go to Dashboard → Monetization → Subscriptions.
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Set your subscription price
Enter a monthly subscription price. Hitorino supports prices between 49.99 per month. Choose a price that reflects the value of your subscriber-only content.
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Write your subscription pitch
In the Benefits description field, list what subscribers get for their support — for example: subscriber-only VODs, early access to videos, a Discord role, or a shoutout in your next stream. Be specific: vague benefits convert poorly.
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Enable subscriptions
Toggle Enable subscriptions to on and click Save. A Subscribe button now appears on your channel page.
Enabling Tips
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Open tip settings
Go to Dashboard → Monetization → Tips.
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Set minimum tip amount
Set a minimum tip amount between 10.00. Tips below this threshold are not processed. A minimum of 3.00 helps offset payment processing fees.
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Customize the tip prompt
Write a short message (up to 100 characters) that appears in the tip panel for viewers — for example,
Support the stream! Tips show in chat with your message.4
Enable tips
Toggle Enable tips to on and click Save. The tip panel appears in the chat sidebar automatically during all of your live streams.
Connecting a Payout Account
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Open payout settings
Go to Settings → Payouts → Connect payout account.
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Complete identity verification
Hitorino uses Stripe for payouts and requires identity verification to comply with financial regulations. Click Start verification and follow the prompts to submit your legal name, date of birth, address, and a government-issued ID.
Identity verification is handled entirely by Stripe and is required by law for any creator receiving payments. Hitorino does not store your ID document — it is processed and verified by Stripe directly.
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Add your bank account or card
After verification, add the bank account or debit card you want payouts sent to. Payouts are processed on the 1st and 15th of each month for any balance above $25.00.
Security Settings
Protecting your Hitorino account protects your channel, your subscribers, and your earnings. Take a few minutes to complete these security steps.Changing Your Password
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Open password settings
Go to Settings → Security → Password and click Change password.
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Enter your current and new password
Enter your current password, then your new password twice to confirm. Your new password must be at least 12 characters. Using a password manager to generate a random password is strongly recommended.
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Save your new password
Click Update password. You are logged out of all other active sessions automatically as a security measure.
Enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Two-factor authentication adds a second layer of protection to your account. Even if someone obtains your password, they cannot log in without access to your second factor.1
Open 2FA settings
Go to Settings → Security → Two-factor authentication and click Set up 2FA.
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Choose your 2FA method
Hitorino supports two methods:
- Authenticator app (recommended) — Use an app like Google Authenticator, Authy, or 1Password to generate time-based one-time codes.
- SMS — Receive a one-time code by text message. This is less secure than an authenticator app but is better than no 2FA at all.
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Set up an authenticator app
If you choose the authenticator app method:
- Open your authenticator app and tap Add account or the + button.
- Scan the QR code displayed on the Hitorino setup page, or manually enter the setup key shown beneath it.
- Your app generates a 6-digit code that refreshes every 30 seconds.
- Enter the current code into the Verification code field on Hitorino and click Enable 2FA.
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Save your backup codes
After enabling 2FA, Hitorino generates 10 single-use backup codes. Download or print these codes and store them somewhere secure — for example, a password manager or a printed sheet in a safe place. You can use a backup code to access your account if you ever lose access to your second factor.
Reviewing Active Sessions
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Open session management
Go to Settings → Security → Active sessions.
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Review logged-in devices
You will see a list of all devices and browsers currently logged into your account, including approximate location, browser type, and last activity time.
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Revoke unknown sessions
If you see a session you do not recognize, click Revoke next to it. To log out of every device at once, click Revoke all other sessions at the bottom of the list.
Account Settings Checklist
Use this checklist to confirm you have completed all recommended setup steps.What’s Next?
With your account fully configured, you are ready to go live or publish your first video.Quickstart
Follow the step-by-step guide to get your stream key, configure OBS, and go live for the first time.
API Reference
Automate uploads, manage your stream, and pull analytics data using the Hitorino REST API.