The following step-by-step tutorial will show you How to stream IPTV on Kodi using an IPTV M3U URL.
The instructions below will work for any IPTV Service that provides compatibility.
Check with your current IPTV provider on whether they grant access to their M3U URL prior to going through this guide.
You can usually find this in the support documents or online discussion board that most IPTV services offer for their subscribers.
You may also find this in the welcome email that you received when you registered for your IPTV service.
Many IPTV services don’t provide a Kodi addon but we can use the PVR IPTV Simple Client addon if we have an M3U URL.
Kodi IPTV is perfect for cord-cutters who are unable to install APK’s for live streaming.
This includes anyone who uses a Raspberry Pi, Xbox One, or another device that does not use the Android operating system.
Install Kodi on Xbox One
In the guide below, we will show you how to stream Kodi IPTV on any IPTV Service.
Kodi IPTV Setup
NOTE: This post shows users how to set up an IPTV Service on Kodi.
IPTV is usually a paid service that requires a subscription prior to use.
Use the steps below to setup IPTV on Kodi:
1. Launch Kodi and select Settings
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2. Click Add-ons
3. Choose Install from repository
4. Click PVR clients
5. Scroll down and choose PVR IPTV Simple Client
6. Click Install
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7. Wait for PVR IPTV Simple Client Add-on installed message to appear
8. Click PVR IPTV Simple Client again
9. Click Configure
10. Under General, hover over and select M3U Play List URL
11. Enter provided M3U URL from your IPTV Service with your account info inserted and click OK.
NOTE: You will usually have two M3U URLs. One is for the channel listings and one is for the EPG (TV Guide). We will insert the EPG M3U URL in step #8 below.
Most M3U URLs require that you input your service username and password. You will usually see where these go inside the URL as they are indicated by “username=xxxx” & password=xxxx”. You will input your username and password where the x’s are located.
Here is an example of an M3U URL. This is not a real M3U URL but this is how the structure typically looks:
Once you have inserted your username and password into the URL, you can use the bit.ly service and shorten the URL so it is easier to type into the box below. That’s what we did.
If you don’t want to use bit.ly you need to ensure that the address is typed into the box with no mistakes. One wrong character in the address and this will not work.
12. Hover over EPG Settings and choose XMLTV URL
13. Type the EPG M3U URL or shortened bit.ly URL for your TV Guide and click OK
14. Click Ok again
15. Click OK when prompted with Needs to restart message
16. Force close Kodi and re-open the app. Wait for PVR Manager to start and channels to download (This may take a few minutes). When finished, you will see Simple Client Channels loaded message
That’s it! Installation is complete.
PVR IPTV Simple Client Details & Description Guide
You can now access the IPTV Service by clicking Channels or Guide.
The Guide option is shown below:
Press the select button on your remote for options:
Here, you can choose from info, Channels, Guide, and Settings.
The Settings will provide you with these options:
Upon testing, we have found that Subtitles do not work properly within Kodi IPTV.
However, if you would like to use Subtitles for Movies and TV Show addons, follow the guide below:
How To Get Subtitles on Kodi
One thing to note about Kodi IPTV is that many of these providers do not offer VOD for Movies and TV Shows.
Luckily, there are tons of video add-ons available for installation that provide unlimited content for streaming.
TROYPOINT has created a list of Best Kodi Add-Ons for Movies, TV Shows, and more. This list is updated DAILY to ensure it is compiled of only working, quality add-on choices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch IPTV on Kodi?
Yes. This guide will show you how to watch IPTV on any Kodi device.
What is PVR IPTV Simple Client?
It is a Kodi addon built to integrate your preferred IPTV service for live streaming.
Is PVR IPTV Simple Client free?
Yes. This addon is absolutely free. However, not all IPTV Services are free.
Does IPTV on Kodi work on Xbox?
Yes. This guide will provide instructions for PVR IPTV Simple Client that allows people with non-Android-powered devices to stream IPTV.
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