How do I add an M3U playlist to TiviMate?

Open TiviMate → Settings → Add playlist → Add URL. Paste your M3U or M3U8 link from your IPTV provider and save. The app will load your channels automatically.

How do I add Xtream Codes to TiviMate?

Open TiviMate → Settings → Add playlist → Xtream Codes API. Enter the server URL (e.g. http://server.example.com:port), username, and password from your provider. Save to load channels and EPG.

Why is my TiviMate playlist not loading?

Check your URL and credentials for typos or extra spaces. Ensure your subscription is active. Try refreshing the playlist in Settings. If using M3U, verify the link works in a browser.

TiviMate Guide

How to Add Playlist to TiviMate

Last updated: March 2026

TiviMate supports two main playlist formats: M3U URL and Xtream Codes. Your IPTV provider will give you one or both. If you need to install TiviMate first, see our TiviMate setup guide. This guide shows how to add and configure your playlist in TiviMate.

Add Playlist Using M3U URL

If your provider supplies an M3U or M3U8 link:

Open TiviMate and go to Settings
Select Add playlist
Choose Add URL or Playlist
Paste your M3U link (e.g. https://provider.com/get.php?username=xxx&password=xxx&type=m3u_plus)
Tap Next or OK to load channels
Add an EPG source if prompted, or skip and configure later

The link often includes your username and password. Copy it exactly from your provider's dashboard or email.

Add Playlist Using Xtream Codes Login

Xtream Codes uses a server URL plus credentials:

Server URL — Format: http://server.example.com:port or https://... Include the port if your provider specifies one.
Username — Your IPTV account username
Password — Your IPTV account password

Open TiviMate → Settings → Add playlist
Select Xtream Codes API
Enter server URL, username, and password
Save; TiviMate will fetch channels and EPG from the server

Refresh Playlist and Load Channels

To update your playlist with new channels or changes from your provider:

Go to Settings → Playlists
Select your playlist
Choose Update playlist or Refresh
Wait for the app to reload; channels will refresh

You can also set an automatic refresh interval (e.g. every 12 or 24 hours) in playlist settings. If you're setting up on a new device, see how to install IPTV on Firestick or install IPTV on Smart TV.

Troubleshooting Playlist Errors

Playlist error

Double-check the URL and credentials. Remove any extra spaces. Ensure your subscription is active. Try the playlist link in VLC or a browser to confirm it works.

Invalid URL

The URL must start with http:// or https://. Some providers use a specific port—include it (e.g. :8080). Avoid shortening or modifying the link.

Channels missing

Refresh the playlist. Check with your provider that channels are included in your plan. Some channels may be geo-restricted or temporarily offline.

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