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Kick.com Captions — Full Setup & Translation Guide 2026

Kick does not have built-in captions. StreamTranslate fills that gap — real-time AI captions and 125+ language translation for your Kick stream, set up in under 2 minutes through OBS.

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How to Add Captions — Step by Step

  1. Sign up at streamtranslate.live and create your account.
  2. Copy your unique StreamTranslate browser source URL from the dashboard.
  3. In OBS, go to Sources and add a Browser Source.
  4. Paste the StreamTranslate URL and set dimensions to 1920x1080.
  5. Position the caption overlay on your Kick streaming scene.
  6. Go live on Kick — captions appear automatically for all viewers.

Why Streamers Use StreamTranslate

Real-Time AI Captions

Powered by our industry-leading speech AI, captions appear in under 500ms — fast enough for live gaming commentary and fast-paced streams.

125+ Language Translation

Kick has a global audience. Translate your stream into Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Arabic, and 121+ more languages automatically.

Zero Encoding Impact

StreamTranslate is a browser source overlay. It adds no load to your encoder, keeping your Kick stream quality perfect.

Gaming Vocabulary

The AI is trained on gaming and streaming content — it handles game names, streamer slang, and technical terms that generic tools miss.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kick.com have built-in captions?

Kick does not offer native auto-captions for streamers. You need a third-party tool like StreamTranslate to add real-time captions to your Kick stream.

How do I add captions to Kick?

Use StreamTranslate. Add the browser source URL to OBS, position it on your Kick scene, and your live captions appear automatically for viewers.

Can StreamTranslate translate Kick captions into other languages?

Yes — StreamTranslate translates your Kick stream into 125+ languages in real time using our industry-leading speech AI AI.

Will captions slow down my Kick stream?

No. StreamTranslate is a lightweight browser source that adds zero encoding overhead. Your stream performance stays the same.

What OBS scene should I add captions to for Kick?

Add the StreamTranslate browser source to any OBS scene you use for your Kick broadcast. Position the caption bar at the bottom third of the screen.