Set up IPTV on Windows & Mac
A computer is handy for watching in a home office or on the road. Desktop players load the full guide, while VLC is a quick fallback that plays any M3U playlist.
Step by step
- 1
Pick a desktop player
On Windows, install IPTV Smarters for desktop or MyIPTV Player from the Microsoft Store. On Mac, install IPTV Smarters for macOS or use VLC.
- 2
Log in
In a full player, choose Xtream Codes and enter the server URL, username and password. In VLC, choose Media (or File), then Open Network Stream, and paste your M3U link.
- 3
Browse and play
Full players show categories, the guide and on-demand libraries. VLC shows the playlist as a long list, so use its search box to find channels.
Windows & Mac questions
Some web players exist, but a desktop app is more reliable and keeps your login details on your own machine.
Not in a useful way. VLC is fine for quick playback, but use a dedicated player if you want the guide and catch-up.
Yes. Most Chromebooks run Android apps, so follow the Android guide and install a player from Google Play.
Other devices
Still buffering after setup? See the buffering fix guide.
Watch free for 24 hours. Decide after.
Test every channel, the guide and the on-demand library on your own devices before you pay anything.