What is clipping?
Clipping means taking the best, funniest and most talked-about moments from a streamer's live stream, turning them into short vertical videos, and reposting them to your own social accounts on TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels and X. You get paid based on the views those clips generate. It's one of the fastest-growing side hustles, and anyone can start.
Two ways to get paid
There isn't one clipping account, there are two routes, and they have completely different entry bars. Most people who give up on clipping picked the wrong one for where they are.
Clip direct
Post on your own accounts and earn through clipping.net.
clipping.net pays you
- ✓A minimum of 800 followers or subscribers on your account
- ✓At least 1.5M views over the past 30 days (28 days on TikTok)
- ✓You've been posting streamer clips for at least a full month
- ✓30+ Kick clips posted in that past month
Best if: You already have a big account and want to keep 100%.
Clip for Streampal
Easiest startClip our partnered streamers and get paid by us.
Streampal pays you 75% of what each clip makes
- ✓No follower or subscriber minimum
- ✓Just a 1,000-view threshold per clip
- ✓No qualifying period, you can start today
- ✓Full clipping toolset included
Best if: You're starting out, or you'd rather earn straight away.
Plenty of clippers run both, clip for Streampal while your own account grows, then go direct once you clear the bar. Compare the two paths in detail →
Why become a clipper?
Earn per 100K views
Make $10 to $50 for every 100,000 views your clips pull in.
Flexible schedule
Work from anywhere, any time. Create clips around your own life.
Low barrier to entry
Start with just a phone. No expensive gear or studio needed.
Scalable income
The more good clips you make, the more you earn. Simple.
How it works on StreamPal
- 1
Pick your path & join
Clip direct (needs a qualifying account) or clip for Streampal (no follower minimum, start today).
- 2
Pick a streamer & rate
Each streamer sets their own creator rate ($10 to 50 per 100K). Choose who you want to clip.
- 3
Clip the best moments
Capture the funniest, best or most talked-about parts of their live streams.
- 4
Add the watermark & post
Add the creator's custom watermark, then post to your own social accounts.
- 5
Rack up views & get paid
You're paid for every 100K of total views across your clips. More views, more money.
Getting started
1. Choose your platforms
You can clip on multiple platforms. Each has its strengths:
| Platform | Best for | Viral potential |
|---|---|---|
| TikTok | Trends, entertainment, quick hooks | Highest |
| YouTube Shorts | Gaming, evergreen, longer reach | High |
| Instagram Reels | Lifestyle and visual clips | Medium-High |
| X (Twitter) | Commentary, sports, news | Medium |
Pro tip: start with TikTok, which has the friendliest algorithm for new accounts, then expand once you find your rhythm.
2. Set up your accounts
Create or use an existing account for each platform (you don't need followers to start), post a little content first so the account looks real, and keep it public so views can be tracked.
3. Choose your tools
You don't need expensive software. Free editors like CapCut, DaVinci Resolve and InShot are all you need. A phone or laptop and an internet connection will do.
4. Check which path you qualify for
This is where the two routes differ. You don't need to qualify for anything to clip for Streampal, only going direct has a bar:
- ✓A minimum of 800 followers or subscribers on your account
- ✓At least 1.5M views over the past 30 days (28 days on TikTok)
- ✓You've been posting streamer clips for at least a full month
- ✓30+ Kick clips posted in that past month
- ✓No follower or subscriber minimum
- ✓Just a 1,000-view threshold per clip
- ✓No qualifying period, you can start today
- ✓Full clipping toolset included
5. Create your first clips
Focus on the fundamentals: hook viewers in the first 1 to 3 seconds, keep clips short, add captions (most people watch on mute), always include the creator's watermark, and post consistently.
Understanding earnings
Each streamer sets their own creator rate, and you're paid on your total views, not per clip. Every 100K of views counts.
Creator rate per 100K
Bounties per 100K
Total views to get paid
Example: a streamer paying $50 per 100K means 100K total views earns you $50, and 500K views earns you $250. Bounties (first to a milestone, best clip, most engagement) stack on top for extra earnings.
Common mistakes to avoid
Weak hooks
Don't waste the first seconds on intros. Grab attention immediately.
No captions
Most people watch on mute. Always add captions.
Inconsistent posting
Algorithms reward daily consistency. Keep clipping.
Skipping the watermark
Clips without the creator's watermark won't qualify for payment.
One platform only
Cross-post the same clip to maximise views and earnings.
Ignoring guidelines
Read each streamer's rules. Unapproved clips won't count.
Getting paid
Cash out your clipping profit through any of these methods:
What to expect: a realistic timeline
Week 1 to 2
Set up and verify your accounts, learn the tools, and post your first 10 to 20 clips. Expect a learning curve and small earnings.
Month 1
Find your rhythm, work out which streamers and formats land best, and start hitting view thresholds more often.
Month 2 to 3
Consistency compounds. Your best clips do the heavy lifting and your monthly total climbs.
Month 6+
With a repeatable process across platforms, clipping becomes a real, scalable income stream.
Reality check: most beginners won't make thousands in month one. Clipping is a skill. Consistency and steady improvement are what turn it into real income.
Ready to clip?
Join the StreamPal clipping program and start turning views into income.