Kick.com Streamer & Channel Analytics

The only comprehensive Kick.com analytics actor on Apify. While competitors are deprecated or have zero ratings, this actor delivers complete streamer intelligence via Kick's internal APIs.

No API key. No proxy. No browser. Just data.

How to scrape Kick.com data in 3 easy steps

1. Go to Kick.com Scraper on Apify Store and click "Try for free"
2. Choose your mode — enter streamer names, browse live streams, or get channel rankings
3. Click Run and download results in JSON, CSV, or Excel

No coding required. No API key. Works with Apify's free plan.

Kick.com API alternative — no authentication needed

Kick.com doesn't offer a public API for developers. This Actor is the best Kick API alternative in 2026 — it queries Kick's internal v2 API endpoints directly, giving you structured streamer data without managing API keys or authentication.

Perfect for influencer marketing, esports analytics, and streaming industry research.

Key Features

• 4 scraping modes in one actor — channel profiles, live streams, VODs/clips, and rankings
• Lightweight — runs on 256 MB RAM with pure HTTP requests (no Playwright, no Puppeteer)
• No authentication required — accesses Kick.com's public API endpoints directly
• Pay per result — $0.005 per data point ($5 per 1,000 results)
• Structured output — clean JSON ready for analytics, dashboards, or integrations

Scraping Modes

Mode 1: channel_details — Full Channel Profiles

Get complete streamer profiles with follower counts, live status, social links, and more.

Input:

{
    "mode": "channel_details",
    "channelNames": ["xqc", "amouranth", "trainwreckstv"]
}

Output:

{
    "channelName": "xqc",
    "channelUrl": "https://kick.com/xqc",
    "displayName": "xQc",
    "bio": "THE BEST AT ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING.",
    "avatarUrl": "https://files.kick.com/images/user/676/profile_image/...",
    "bannerUrl": "https://files.kick.com/images/channel/668/banner_image/...",
    "followersCount": 1057874,
    "isLive": true,
    "currentViewers": 45000,
    "currentCategory": "Just Chatting",
    "currentStreamTitle": "LIVE | REACTS | CLIPS",
    "verified": true,
    "subscriberBadges": [{"months": 1, "imageUrl": "https://..."}],
    "socialLinks": {
        "instagram": "xqcow1/",
        "twitter": "xqc",
        "youtube": "channel/UCmDTrq0LNgPodDOFZiSbsww",
        "discord": "xqcow",
        "tiktok": "",
        "facebook": ""
    },
    "createdAt": "2022-10-22T06:59:51.000000Z",
    "scrapedAt": "2026-04-09T15:00:00Z"
}

Mode 2: live_streams — Currently Live Streams

Discover who's streaming right now, filtered by category and minimum viewers.

Input:

{
    "mode": "live_streams",
    "category": "just-chatting",
    "minViewers": 100,
    "maxResults": 20,
    "sortBy": "viewers"
}

Output:

{
    "channelName": "spreen",
    "channelUrl": "https://kick.com/spreen",
    "displayName": "Spreen",
    "viewers": 18429,
    "title": "HOLA CHAT",
    "category": "Just Chatting",
    "startedAt": "2026-04-08 20:00:00",
    "thumbnailUrl": "https://images.kick.com/video_thumbnails/...",
    "isLive": true,
    "isMature": false,
    "language": "Spanish",
    "tags": ["chill", "gaming"],
    "scrapedAt": "2026-04-09T15:00:00Z"
}

Mode 3: channel_videos — VODs & Clips

Extract past broadcasts (VODs) or clips from specific channels.

Input (VODs):

{
    "mode": "channel_videos",
    "channelNames": ["xqc"],
    "videoType": "videos",
    "maxResults": 10
}

Input (Clips):

{
    "mode": "channel_videos",
    "channelNames": ["xqc"],
    "videoType": "clips",
    "maxResults": 10
}

Output (clip):

{
    "channelName": "xqc",
    "channelUrl": "https://kick.com/xqc",
    "type": "clip",
    "clipId": "clip_01KNQVK81C...",
    "title": "LMAO",
    "duration": 30,
    "views": 1500,
    "likes": 42,
    "category": "Just Chatting",
    "createdAt": "2026-04-09T00:52:15Z",
    "thumbnailUrl": "https://clips.kick.com/clips/.../thumbnail.webp",
    "videoUrl": "https://clips.kick.com/clips/.../playlist.m3u8",
    "creator": "clipmaster99",
    "isMature": false,
    "scrapedAt": "2026-04-09T15:00:00Z"
}

Mode 4: top_channels — Live Channel Rankings

Get a ranked list of currently live channels sorted by viewer count.

Input:

{
    "mode": "top_channels",
    "sortBy": "viewers",
    "category": "just-chatting",
    "maxResults": 25
}

Output:

{
    "rank": 1,
    "channelName": "mrstiventc",
    "channelUrl": "https://kick.com/mrstiventc",
    "displayName": "MrStivenTC",
    "bio": "Colombian streamer",
    "avatarUrl": "https://files.kick.com/images/...",
    "currentViewers": 41607,
    "currentStreamTitle": "STREAM TITLE HERE",
    "category": "Just Chatting",
    "startedAt": "2026-04-08 18:00:00",
    "isAffiliate": true,
    "hasSubscriptions": true,
    "socialLinks": {
        "instagram": "mrstiventc",
        "twitter": "MrStivenTC",
        "youtube": "MrStivenTC",
        "discord": "mrstiventc",
        "tiktok": "mrstiventc"
    },
    "scrapedAt": "2026-04-09T15:00:00Z"
}

Use Cases

• Influencer marketing — Identify streamers for brand partnerships based on audience size, category, and engagement
• Esports analytics — Track competitive gaming trends and viewership across categories
• Brand monitoring — Monitor sponsorship ROI across Kick channels in real time
• Competitive streaming intelligence — Compare channel performance and growth patterns
• Content research — Discover trending categories, formats, and top-performing clips

Scrape Kick.com with Python, JavaScript, or no code

Use this Actor directly from the Apify platform (no coding required), or call it via the Apify API from Python, JavaScript, or any language:

Python example:

from apify_client import ApifyClient
client = ApifyClient("YOUR_API_TOKEN")
run = client.actor("zhorex/kick-scraper").call(run_input={
    "mode": "channel_details",
    "channelNames": ["xqc", "amouranth"]
})
for item in client.dataset(run["defaultDatasetId"]).iterate_items():
    print(f"{item['displayName']}: {item['followersCount']} followers")

JavaScript example:

import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';
const client = new ApifyClient({ token: 'YOUR_API_TOKEN' });
const run = await client.actor('zhorex/kick-scraper').call({
    mode: 'channel_details',
    channelNames: ['xqc', 'amouranth'],
});
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
console.log(items);

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Default	Description
mode	string	channel_details	Scraping mode: channel_details, live_streams, channel_videos, top_channels
channelNames	array	[]	Channel names or URLs (for channel_details and channel_videos)
maxResults	integer	50	Maximum results to return (1–1000)
category	string	—	Category slug filter (e.g., just-chatting, fortnite)
videoType	string	videos	videos (VODs) or clips (for channel_videos mode)
sortBy	string	viewers	Sort order: viewers or recent
minViewers	integer	0	Minimum viewer threshold (for live_streams)

Pricing

This actor uses Apify's pay-per-event pricing:

• $0.005 per data point ($5 per 1,000 results)
• No monthly fees — pay only for what you scrape

Output & Export

Data is stored in an Apify dataset and can be exported in:

• JSON — structured data for APIs and applications
• CSV — spreadsheet-ready format for analysis
• Excel — direct .xlsx download
• XML — for legacy system integration

Access results via the Apify API, dashboard, or integrate directly with tools like Google Sheets, Zapier, Make, and more.

FAQ

Does this need an API key? No. This actor uses Kick.com's publicly accessible internal API endpoints.

Does it need a proxy? No. Direct HTTP requests work without proxy rotation.

Does it need a browser? No. Pure HTTP requests — no Playwright, Puppeteer, or headless browser required.

Can it track live viewership? Yes. The live_streams mode returns real-time viewer counts for all currently live streams.

What formats can I export? JSON, CSV, Excel (.xlsx), and XML — all available directly from the Apify dashboard or API.

How often can I run it? As often as you need. Schedule runs every 5 minutes for real-time monitoring, or daily for trend analysis.

Does it work with Kick.com's new API changes? This actor is built against Kick's v2 API endpoints verified as of April 2026. If endpoints change, updates will be published.

Is there a Kick.com API? Kick.com doesn't offer a public developer API. This Actor accesses Kick's internal v2 API endpoints directly — giving you the same data that powers the Kick.com website. No API key or authentication required.

How much does it cost to scrape Kick.com? $0.005 per data point ($5 per 1,000 results). Get 100 streamer profiles for $0.50. Start with Apify's free plan which includes $5 monthly — enough for 1,000 data points.

Can I scrape Kick.com in Python? Yes. Use the Apify Python client (pip install apify-client) to call this Actor programmatically. See the Python example above.

Is scraping Kick.com legal? This Actor only accesses Kick.com's publicly available API endpoints. No authentication, CAPTCHA, or rate-limiting is bypassed. Always consult legal counsel for your specific use case.

What's the best Kick.com scraper in 2026? This Actor is the only comprehensive Kick.com analytics tool on Apify — 4 modes (profiles, live streams, VODs/clips, rankings), no browser or proxy needed, and 256MB RAM footprint. Competitors are either deprecated or have zero ratings.

Can I monitor Kick streams in real-time? Yes. Schedule this Actor to run every 5 minutes using Apify's scheduler. The live_streams mode returns real-time viewer counts, stream titles, and categories.

Integrations & data export

Export your Kick.com data in JSON, CSV, Excel, or XML. Integrate directly with:

• Google Sheets — automatic data sync for streaming dashboards
• Zapier / Make / n8n — workflow automation and alerts
• REST API — programmatic access from Python, JavaScript, or any language
• Webhooks — real-time notifications when scrapes complete

See all integrations →

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Legal Disclaimer

This actor only accesses Kick.com's publicly available API endpoints. It does not bypass any authentication, CAPTCHA, or rate-limiting mechanisms. No private or user-authenticated data is accessed. Use responsibly and in compliance with Kick.com's Terms of Service.

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Your Review Matters

This is the only actively maintained Kick.com scraper on Apify — competitors are deprecated or have zero ratings.

If this Actor delivered the data you needed, a 30-second review makes a real difference:

1. Go to the Kick.com Scraper page
2. Scroll down and click the star rating
3. Optionally leave a one-line comment about how you used it

Why it matters: Reviews help this Actor rank higher in the Apify Store, which brings more users, which funds continued updates as Kick's API evolves. Every review counts — especially early ones.

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