It entails choosing not to use specific labels for content classification.
The filtering algorithms that Twitch uses have been modified to enable for the elimination of livestreams that contain mature content such as sexual, violent, or profane material. To put it another way, you won’t have to go through hundreds of embarrassing broadcasts in order to find someone who is playing through Hades 2 while drinking soda pop.
In accordance with the Content Classification Guidelines that were only recently issued by the platform, these newly implemented filter options give users the ability to opt out of certain content designations. Livestreams that contain content such as sexual imagery, portrayals of violence, gambling, excessive swearing, and drug use are required to be adequately labeled by the authors in accordance with these criteria. Additionally, these marks are applicable when streaming games with a mature rating.
Because of this, individuals will be able to conceal entire categories while they are looking for something to watch, which will make it possible to create a more customized experience. Up until recently, these content classifications were only utilized as data points to assist Twitch users in making well-informed decisions regarding their viewing habits.
One can locate the content classification filters within the profile settings, specifically within the Content Display Preferences section. As soon as the filters are activated, they will be applied to all of the recommendations and search results, in addition to the streams that appear when browsing without any particular purpose. The system will remember the desired filter adjustments, so going to the settings page should only require a single visit to complete the process. Any user who is under the age of 18 will have the vast majority of these filter settings automatically applied to their stream.
In addition, another utility that is just partially related is being released today. There is now the ability to blur preview thumbnails for streams that have been tagged as having sexual content. It is possible to toggle this function on or off using the options menu, and it will be activated by default. Nevertheless, if you follow a channel, the thumbnail will not be blurred, even if the classification labels you use exclude any content that could be considered sexual.
For some time now, Twitch has been working to establish its regulations with relation to the content that is considered sexual. Before changing its mind, it recently allowed nudity on the platform, provided that it was properly labeled. However, it has since changed its mind. The site currently requires streamers to cover their buttocks, genital areas, and (for female-presenting streamers) the nipples and underbust areas. Streamers are required to take this precaution. Additionally, it is forbidden to show the visible contours of the genital region; however, this is subject to change.