How to Add IPTV Playlists and EPG in Tivimate (Complete Setup Guide)

Setting up IPTV in the Tivimate app can seem confusing at first, especially with different formats like M3U and Xtream Codes. This guide breaks it down step-by-step so you can get your live TV, movies, and series up and running without a hitch.

Understanding IPTV Playlist Formats

There are two main types of IPTV playlists commonly used with Tivimate:

1. M3U Playlists

M3U is a simple multimedia playlist format. Your IPTV provider gives you a URL ending in .m3u, which contains all your channel and content access. Inputting this into Tivimate loads your custom channel list.

2. Xtream Codes API

Xtream Codes use a combination of:

• Server URL
• Username
• Password

Tivimate uses these to authenticate and display your full channel lineup.

Your IPTV service may also provide an EPG (Electronic Program Guide), which displays current and upcoming shows for each channel. EPGs are often separate from playlists and must be added manually.

How to Add an M3U Playlist in Tivimate

1. Open Tivimate and click “Add Playlist” on the home screen.
2. Choose “M3U Playlist”.
3. Enter the full M3U URL provided by your IPTV service.
4. Wait for the playlist to load.
5. Once complete, you’ll see your full channel list.

How to Add Xtream Codes to Tivimate

1. Launch Tivimate and choose “Add Playlist”.
2. Select “Xtream Codes Login”.
3. Input the required details:
   • Server URL (e.g., http://example.com)
   • Username
   • Password
4. Click Next and Save your playlist.

If you’re unsure which part is which, examine your URL. Each segment after username= and password= corresponds to the credentials needed.

How to Add an EPG to Tivimate

1. In Tivimate, go to Settings > EPG.
   
2. Select “EPG Sources” > “Add Source”.
   
3. Input the EPG URL provided by your IPTV service.
4. Click OK to save.

💡 If your EPG isn’t working, try entering a user agent like “VLC” in Settings > Playback > User-Agent.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Missing Channels: Reload the playlist or contact your provider. Some providers update channels frequently.
• EPG Not Loading: Try clearing the app cache or setting a user agent.
• Free M3U Not Loading: Check for case sensitivity and spacing issues.
• Playlist Not Updating: Tivimate doesn’t always show errors. Keep your playlists organized and minimal.

Advanced Tip: Merge Multiple EPGs

If your playlist is missing EPG data, try using tools like:

• IPTV Editor
• IPTVBoss

These let you merge two or more EPGs into one unified source.

FAQs: Adding Playlists & EPG in Tivimate