March 25, 20264 min readPlatform News

Trovo Shutting Down Live Streaming on June 30, 2026

Trovo has officially announced it will decommission all live streaming features by June 30, 2026. The platform cites a strategic refocus on its gaming business. New streamer onboarding stops on April 1, 2026.

Trovo official announcement regarding the adjustment of live streaming features
Official announcement published by Trovo on March 25, 2026

Live streaming ends June 30, 2026

All Trovo live streaming services — including broadcasting, subscriptions, and ACE — will be permanently deactivated. Streamers are advised to begin migrating to alternative platforms.

Shutdown Timeline

Official Announcement Published

March 25, 2026

Trovo publishes the official announcement regarding the adjustment of live streaming features, citing a refocus on gaming business development.

Feature Freeze & Onboarding Suspended

April 1, 2026

All updates to live streaming features cease. Onboarding service for new streamers is suspended. Purchase functions for Subscriptions and ACE are permanently closed.

Full Live Streaming Shutdown

June 30, 2026, 00:00 (GMT+8)

The entry point for the live streaming module is officially closed. All live streaming services on Trovo cease permanently at this time.

What This Means for Trovo Streamers

Trovo launched in 2020 as a Twitch competitor backed by Tencent, targeting gaming streamers with competitive revenue share and built-in integration with mobile gaming titles. At its peak it attracted creators looking for alternatives to Twitch's exclusivity agreements.

With this announcement, any streamer currently active on Trovo has until June 30, 2026 to migrate their audience and archive their content. The platform will cease all live broadcast functionality at that point.

Streamers who have accumulated ACE tokens or active subscriptions should act before April 1, 2026, as purchase and likely redemption functions will be disabled at that date. It is advisable to contact Trovo support for details on any remaining balances.

Where to Stream After Trovo

Streamers leaving Trovo have several established platforms to choose from, each with distinct audiences and monetization structures:

Twitch

Largest live gaming community. Strong discoverability via categories and raids.

Visit Twitch

YouTube Live

Broad audience, powerful VOD SEO, and integrated channel monetization.

Visit YouTube Live

Kick

Growing platform with a 95/5 revenue split in favor of creators.

Visit Kick

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trovo shutting down completely?

No — Trovo is not shutting down as a platform entirely. The company is decommissioning its live streaming features only, and states it will remain committed to gaming. The live streaming module closes June 30, 2026.

When exactly does Trovo live streaming end?

Trovo live streaming officially ends on June 30, 2026 at 00:00 (GMT+8). From April 1, 2026, no new streamers can onboard, and subscription / ACE purchases are disabled.

Can I still stream on Trovo after April 1, 2026?

Existing streamers can still broadcast until June 30, 2026. However, no new updates will be made to streaming features, and new accounts cannot start streaming after April 1.

What happens to my Trovo subscriptions and ACE?

The purchase functions for Subscriptions and ACE close on April 1, 2026. Existing balances or active subscriptions before that date should be used before the June 30 shutdown.

What are the best Trovo alternatives for streamers?

The most popular alternatives are Twitch (largest gaming community), YouTube Live (broad audience, strong discoverability), and Kick (growing platform with competitive revenue share). Each offers different tools and monetization models.

Why is Trovo shutting down live streaming?

In the official announcement, Trovo states the decision is to 'better focus on the development of Trovo's gaming business.' The company appears to be pivoting away from live streaming toward other gaming-related products.

Published March 25, 2026