A hallmark of a "top" streamer on these platforms is verification. Verified accounts usually have a checkmark or a special border around their avatar. These broadcasters are often held to higher standards regarding content quality and behavior.

Leo wasn't a gamer or a flashy dancer. He was a "Repair Streamer." He sat under a magnifying lamp, painstakingly fixing a 1970s analog watch while three people watched and typed occasional greetings in the chat.