Twitch uses a "cheers" system, which allows viewers to donate money to their favorite streamers with the on-platform currency, called "bits." The text in the top left corner of Daneliuk's video feed is a list of recent donations. American dollars are converted to bits at a rate of one cent per bit.
It should also be said that getting free rides from strangers isn't a particularly expensive way to get around.
On top of saving on air fare, Daneliuk travels with only what he can carry â while prioritizing his heavy streaming equipment â eats fast food for most meals, and often sleeps in a tent on the side of the road.
Still, Daneluik said this has been one of his most luxurious hitchhiking trips, and has included more hotel stays than he's used to, thanks to help from generous viewers.
While this reporter was watching his stream earlier this week, Trevor mentioned needing to find a room for the night, and within minutes, a generous viewer donated $140 to cover his stay. Shortly afterward, another viewer donated $25 with the message, "Don't forget about dinner."