Setup guides
IPTV setup guides for every device
Find your device below and follow the steps. Each guide takes about five minutes and uses the login details we send after you order or start a trial.
Before you start
Your login details
You receive either Xtream Codes (server URL, username and password) or an M3U link. Both load your channels. Xtream Codes also loads the TV guide and on-demand library.
A player app
IPTVIVA works with standard IPTV players such as TiviMate, IPTV Smarters Pro, IBO Player and Hot Player. Some apps charge their own licence fee.
A stable connection
Around 10–15 Mbps for HD and 25 Mbps or more for 4K. Ethernet or 5 GHz Wi-Fi close to the router works best.
Up and running in five minutes
Detailed guides
Need more than the quick steps? Read our full guides with troubleshooting tips.
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FAQ
Setup questions
How do I set up IPTV on my TV or phone?
It takes about five minutes: 1) install a compatible player (TiviMate, IPTV Smarters Pro, IBO Player or Hot Player), 2) enter the Xtream Codes or M3U URL we send you, 3) wait for the channel list and TV guide to load, 4) start watching. Our setup guides above cover every device, and support can help you live.
What are M3U and Xtream Codes?
They are two ways to load your subscription into a player app. An M3U URL is a single playlist link. Xtream Codes uses a server address, username and password, and also loads the TV guide (EPG) and on-demand library automatically. You receive both after ordering. Use whichever your app prefers.
What internet speed do I need?
We recommend around 10–15 Mbps for HD channels and 25 Mbps or more for 4K. A stable connection matters more than headline speed. For the best results use Ethernet or 5 GHz Wi-Fi close to your router.
Which devices are supported?
Amazon Fire TV Stick, Samsung and LG Smart TVs, Android TV and boxes, Android phones and tablets, iPhone and iPad, Apple TV, Windows and Mac. Any device that runs an IPTV player app or can open an M3U playlist will work.
Why is my stream buffering or freezing?
Most buffering comes from a slow or congested home network, a full app cache or player settings rather than the service itself. Restart your router, clear the app cache and switch to Ethernet or 5 GHz Wi-Fi. If it continues, contact support 24/7 and we'll check your line and settings with you.
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