How do I add an M3U playlist to TiviMate?

To add an M3U playlist to TiviMate, open the app, select Add Playlist, choose M3U Playlist, and paste your full HTTPS M3U URL. Give it a name and save — TiviMate parses the playlist, groups the channels, and links any matching EPG so the guide fills in automatically.

TiviMate supports two playlist types: a plain M3U URL and an Xtream Codes login. The M3U route is the simplest when your provider gives you a direct .m3u or .m3u8 link. TiviMate reads the #EXTINF entries, builds channel groups, and attaches the program guide from the playlist's referenced EPG.

If channels load but the guide is empty, the playlist's tvg-id values may not match your EPG source — add the correct XMLTV EPG URL under playlist settings and map it. Keep the link exactly as issued, including https:// and any port, and avoid copying trailing spaces.

Add an M3U playlist in TiviMate

Open Add Playlist. From TiviMate's start screen or Settings → Playlists, choose Add Playlist.
Select M3U Playlist. Pick the M3U Playlist option (not Xtream Codes) when prompted for the type.
Paste the URL. Enter the full HTTPS M3U link you own, including the protocol and any port number.
Name and process. Give the playlist a name and let TiviMate download and parse the channel list.
Add EPG if needed. If the guide is blank, open the playlist's EPG settings and add the matching XMLTV URL.

Common M3U issues in TiviMate

URL must start with https:// and resolve to M3U content
Expired or rate-limited links fail to load — re-copy a fresh URL
Empty guide usually means tvg-id values don't match the EPG source
Use Xtream Codes login instead if your provider supports it (richer data)
Refresh the playlist after the provider updates channels

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between M3U and Xtream Codes in TiviMate?

An M3U playlist is a static list of channel URLs, while Xtream Codes is a login that delivers the same channels plus dynamic EPG, categories, and VOD. If your provider offers both, Xtream Codes gives a richer, auto-updating experience in TiviMate.

Why won't my M3U playlist load in TiviMate?

The link may be expired, mistyped, rate-limited, or missing the https:// prefix. Confirm the URL opens in a browser, re-copy it without trailing spaces, and check your network isn't blocking the host. Then re-add the playlist.