Firebot
A powerful all-in-one bot for Twitch streamers
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What is Firebot?
Firebot is a fully featured open-source, all-in-one bot for Twitch streamers that helps level up streams by making them fun and interactive. It is completely free and built with a modern, easy-to-use UI that is intuitive and beautiful. The bot runs on your desktop and supports Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Key features include Chat Commands for custom viewer interactions, a built-in Chat Feed to monitor chat and moderation actions, Event Triggers for follows/subs/donations, a Currencies system to reward viewers for watching, Timers for repeating commands, Viewer Tracking to see top watchers/chatters, built-in Games like Slots and Heists, Moderation tools to keep chat clean, and Integrations with Streamlabs, StreamElements, StreamLoots, Discord, Phillips Hue, and more. At its core is a powerful Effects System that lets you program the bot to do almost anything without needing programming knowledge.
Firebot is designed for Twitch streamers of all levels who want to create interactive experiences for their viewers through chat commands, events, timers, channel rewards, andautomation. It is ideal for streamers who want full control over their chat without paying for premium bot services or learning to code.
The bot is built, maintained, and supported by an active community of developers and contributors. Users can get support through the CrowbarTools Discord server, watch community-made video tutorials, or access the wiki, issue tracking, and source code on GitHub.
Firebot is completely free and open-source under the GNU General Public License v3.0, meaning you can modify and distribute the code as long as you keep it open source with proper attribution.
Firebot pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Firebot is completely free and open-source. There are no paid plans, premium tiers, or subscription fees. The bot is fully functional with all features available at no cost. It is released under the GNU General Public License v3.0, allowing users to modify and distribute the code freely as long as it remains open source with proper copyright credit to the original source.
Firebot pros
- Completely free and open-source with no paid tiers
- Modern, intuitive, and beautiful user interface
- Powerful Effects System requiring no programming knowledge
- Built-in Chat Feed to monitor chat and moderation actions
- Extensive Chat Commands system for viewer engagement
- Event Triggers for subs, follows, donations, raids, and custom alerts
- Currencies system to reward viewers for watch time
- Timer system for repeating commands and effects
- Viewer Tracking to see top watchers and chatters
- Built-in Games including Slots and Heists
- Moderation tools to keep chat spam-free
- Integrations with Streamlabs, StreamElements, StreamLoots
- Discord integration for cross-platform connectivity
- Phillips Hue integration for smart light effects
- Available on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Active community support via Discord server
- Community-made video tutorials available
- GitHub wiki with extensive documentation
- Local API for developers to extend functionality
- Interactive Setup Wizard for easy initial configuration
Firebot cons
- Only supports Twitch (not YouTube, Facebook, or other platforms)
- Desktop-based bot (requires running application locally)
- No mobile app available
- Some advanced features may have a learning curve
- Documentation still work-in-progress in some areas
- Requires Twitch account sign-in for full functionality
- Local API only accessible when Firebot is running
- No built-in alert graphics (relies on third-party integrations)
- Custom game creation requires understanding Effects System
Frequently asked questions about Firebot
How do I get Firebot?
Head on over to Firebot's website at firebot.app and download the latest version. Firebot is available for Windows (setup.exe), macOS (macos-arm64.dmg for Apple Silicon or macos-x64.dmg for Intel), and Linux (linux-x64.deb, linux-x64.rpm, or linux-x64.tar.gz).
What if I have a question or need help?
Visit the CrowbarTools Discord server where devs and helpful community members provide support. You can also send messages via Threads or Bluesky. The community is more than happy to help.
I found a bug, how do I report it?
You can create a Bug Report on GitHub. The development team will reply as soon as they can to address the issue.
I have a new feature idea, where do I share it?
The developers would love to hear your idea. You can submit a Feature Request on GitHub to share your feature suggestion with the team.
Do I need programming knowledge to use Firebot?
No. Firebot's Effects System is designed to be simple yet powerful, allowing you to program the bot to do almost anything without needing any programming language knowledge.
What operating systems does Firebot support?
Firebot is available for Windows, macOS (both Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3 and Intel), and Linux (DEB, RPM, and tar.gz formats for various distributions).
What integrations does Firebot support?
Firebot integrates with Streamlabs, StreamElements, StreamLoots, Discord, Phillips Hue, and many other common tools and apps for streaming.
How do I get started after installing Firebot?
When you first launch Firebot, an interactive Setup Wizard guides you through everything needed to get started, including signing into your Twitch account. After setup, you can learn about Chat Commands, explore the Effects System, and join the Discord community.
Is Firebot only for Twitch?
Yes, Firebot is specifically designed as an all-in-one bot for Twitch streamers and does not support other streaming platforms like YouTube or Facebook Gaming.
Can I modify and share Firebot's code?
Yes, Firebot is open-source under GNU GPL v3.0. You are free to modify the code and distribute it for any purpose, but if you release it, it must remain under the same license, be open source, include documentation of changes, and provide copyright credit pointing back to the original source.