TiviMate Setup Guide 2026: Complete Tutorial (Free & Premium)

TiviMate is the gold standard of IPTV players — a premium TV-like
experience that makes cable interfaces look outdated. If you’re serious
about IPTV on Android devices, this is the app to master.

In this complete 2026 guide, I’ll show you how to install TiviMate,
configure playlists and EPG, unlock premium features, and fix common
issues.

What is TiviMate?

TiviMate is a premium IPTV player designed exclusively for Android TV
devices (Firestick, Android TV boxes, Nvidia Shield, Chromecast with
Google TV).

Important: Like all IPTV players, TiviMate doesn’t include channels.
You need an active subscription from a provider like Digital Lizard IPTV.

Why TiviMate is the Best:

✅ Beautiful TV-guide style interface
✅ Best-in-class EPG (program guide)
✅ Recording & scheduled recording (Premium)
✅ Catch-up TV support
✅ Multiple playlists (Premium)
✅ Picture-in-Picture
✅ Favorites & custom channel groups
✅ Fast channel zapping

Free vs Premium: What’s the Difference?

Feature	Free	Premium ($7.99 lifetime)
Live TV	✅	✅
EPG	✅	✅
Playlists	1 only	Unlimited
Recording	❌	✅
Scheduled Recording	❌	✅
Catch-up	❌	✅
Favorites	❌	✅
Multi-view	❌	✅
Custom settings	Limited	Full

Verdict: Premium is worth every penny. $7.99 ONE TIME for lifetime
access — cheaper than one month of Netflix.

How to Install TiviMate

On Firestick

TiviMate isn’t in the Amazon Appstore, so we sideload it:

1. Enable Unknown Sources:

• Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options
• Turn ON “Apps from Unknown Sources”

1. Install Downloader:

• Search “Downloader” in Appstore
• Install the orange app

1. Download TiviMate:

• Open Downloader
• Enter: troypoint.com/tivi (or official TiviMate URL)
• Download the APK

1. Install:

• Click Install when prompted
• Delete APK after (saves space)
• Open TiviMate

Full Firestick basics: Firestick IPTV setup guide

On Android TV Box / Nvidia Shield

Much easier — it’s in the Play Store:

1. Open Google Play Store
2. Search “TiviMate IPTV Player”
3. Install
4. Open

Details: Android TV Box guide

On Chromecast with Google TV

1. Play Store → Search “TiviMate”
2. Install and open

⚠️ Note: TiviMate does NOT work on iPhone, iPad, or Samsung/LG Smart
TVs. For those devices, see:

• iPhone IPTV guide
• Samsung TV guide
• LG TV guide

First-Time Setup (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Add Your Playlist

1. Open TiviMate
2. Click Add Playlist
3. Choose your method:

Option A: Xtream Codes (Recommended)

• Select “Xtream Codes login”
• Enter Server URL, Username, Password
• Click Next

Option B: M3U Playlist

• Select “M3U Playlist”
• Enter your M3U URL
• Click Next

Step 2: Name Your Playlist

• Give it any name (e.g., “Digital Lizard”)
• Click Next

Step 3: Wait for Channels

• TiviMate processes your playlist
• 22,000 channels take 1-3 minutes
• Click Done when finished

Step 4: EPG Loads Automatically

• With Xtream Codes: EPG loads automatically
• With M3U: Add EPG URL in Settings → EPG

Your TV guide is now live! 🎉

Essential Settings to Configure

Go to Settings (gear icon) and apply these:

Playback Settings

Settings → Playback:

• Decoder: Hardware (change to Software if issues)
• Buffer size: Medium (increase if buffering)
• Scale mode: Fit to screen

### EPG Settings

Settings → EPG:

• Update interval: Every 12 hours
• Time offset: Adjust if guide times are wrong

Appearance

Settings → Appearance:

• Theme: Dark (default)
• Channel list style: Your preference
• Show clock: ON

Startup

Settings → General:

• Start on boot: ON (for dedicated IPTV devices)
• Last channel on startup: ON

How to Unlock Premium

1. In TiviMate, go to Settings → Premium
2. You’ll see a code and instructions
3. On your phone, install “TiviMate Companion” from Play Store
4. Create account and purchase ($7.99 lifetime or subscription)
5. Login in Companion app
6. Enter same account in TiviMate on your TV device
7. Premium unlocked on up to 5 devices!

Premium Features Explained

1. Recording 📼

Record live TV to local storage or USB:

• While watching: press OK → Record
• Recordings save to your chosen folder
• Watch anytime from Recordings section

2. Scheduled Recording

Never miss a show:

1. Open TV Guide
2. Find upcoming program
3. Click it → Schedule Recording
4. TiviMate records automatically

3. Catch-up TV ⏪

Rewatch programs up to 7 days back:

• Channels with catch-up show a clock icon
• Open guide → select past program → Play
• Requires provider support (Digital Lizard IPTV supports catch-up!)

4. Multiple Playlists

Manage several IPTV subscriptions:

• Settings → Playlists → Add Playlist
• Switch between them anytime
• Merge channels from multiple sources

5. Favorites & Custom Groups

Organize your way:

• Long-press any channel → Add to Favorites
• Create custom categories (Sports, News, Kids)
• Reorder channels manually

Pro Tips Most Users Miss

Tip 1: Fast Channel Switching

Type channel number directly with remote — instant zap.

Tip 2: Multi-View

Premium users: watch up to 4 channels simultaneously. Perfect for
sports Sundays!

Tip 3: Hide Unwanted Categories

Settings → Playlists → your playlist → Manage groups → Hide categories
you never watch. Cleaner interface!

Tip 4: Backup Your Settings

Settings → General → Backup. Save to USB — restore after reinstall in
seconds.

Tip 5: Use with VPN

Prevent ISP throttling for smoother streams. See best VPN for IPTV.

Troubleshooting TiviMate

Problem: Channels Buffering

Fix:

• Settings → Playback → Increase buffer size
• Switch decoder (Hardware ↔ Software)
• Use Ethernet connection
• Full guide: IPTV buffering fix

Problem: EPG Not Loading

Fix:

• Settings → EPG → Update now
• Verify EPG URL with provider
• Wait 24 hours after first setup

Problem: Playlist Won’t Load

Fix:

• Verify subscription is active
• Re-check credentials
• Delete and re-add playlist
• More: IPTV not working fixes

Problem: App Crashes

Fix:

• Clear cache (device settings)
• Update TiviMate
• Reinstall app (backup settings first!)

Problem: Recording Fails

Fix:

• Check storage space
• Use USB drive for recordings
• Verify write permissions

TiviMate vs IPTV Smarters Pro

Feature	TiviMate	Smarters Pro
Interface	Premium TV-style	Simple
EPG	Best-in-class	Good
Recording	Yes (Premium)	No
Price	$7.99 lifetime	Free
Platforms	Android TV only	ALL devices
Learning curve	Medium	Easy

Verdict:

• Android TV device + want the best → TiviMate
• Multiple device types or beginner → Smarters Pro
  (see our Smarters Pro guide)

Full comparison: best IPTV players 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TiviMate free?

Yes, with limited features. Premium ($7.99 lifetime) unlocks everything.

Does TiviMate work on iPhone?

No, Android TV devices only.

Does TiviMate include channels?

No — you need an IPTV subscription separately.

How many devices with Premium?

Up to 5 devices with one Premium account.

Is TiviMate legal?

Yes, it’s just a player. Legality depends on your IPTV source.

Can I use multiple IPTV subscriptions?

Yes, Premium supports unlimited playlists.

TiviMate vs cable box?

TiviMate + quality IPTV beats cable at 5% of the cost.
See IPTV vs Cable comparison.

Final Thoughts

TiviMate transforms any Android device into a premium TV experience
that puts cable boxes to shame. The $7.99 lifetime Premium is the best
purchase in IPTV.

Pair it with a quality provider offering full EPG and catch-up support,
and you have the ultimate cord-cutting setup.

The Perfect IPTV Service for TiviMate

Digital Lizard IPTV is fully optimized for TiviMate:

✅ Full Xtream Codes API support
✅ Complete EPG data (all channels)
✅ Catch-Up TV enabled (7 days)
✅ 22,000+ Live Channels
✅ 4K/UHD Quality
✅ Anti-Buffering Technology
✅ 24/7 Support
✅ 24-Hour Free Trial
✅ 7-Day Money-Back Guarantee

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