⚡ Quick answer: Install TiviMate on Firestick or Android TV, open it, choose Xtream Codes login, and enter your server URL, username, and password. Free tier covers live TV and EPG; Premium adds an extended guide and multi-screen viewing.
TiviMate is the closest thing to a premium cable guide experience in an IPTV player — clean channel grouping, a fast live TV guide, and a genuinely polished interface. It's Android-only, so this guide focuses on Firestick and Android TV setup specifically.
What Is TiviMate?
TiviMate is an IPTV player app built for Android and Amazon Firestick/Fire TV, known for its TV-guide-first interface and heavy customization of channel groups. It supports Xtream Codes API and M3U logins and is widely regarded as the best-looking live TV guide of any IPTV player app.
How to Install on Firestick
- Go to Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options → enable Apps from Unknown Sources
- Install the Downloader app from the Amazon App Store
- Open Downloader and enter the APK URL from tivimate.com
- Install the APK, then open TiviMate from your apps list
On Android TV boxes and Android phones/tablets, install directly from the Google Play Store instead of sideloading. Full device-by-device steps are also in our installation guide.
Xtream Codes Login Setup
- Open TiviMate and tap Add Playlist
- Choose Xtream Codes API as the playlist type
- Enter your server URL (Portal URL), username, and password
- Tap Next — TiviMate downloads your channel list and EPG automatically
Credentials are sent after purchase or with your free trial. Paste them directly rather than typing to avoid case-sensitive login errors.
Organizing Channel Groups
TiviMate's standout feature is channel group customization: go to Settings → Channels → Channel Groups to create custom groups (e.g., "Sports Favorites", "Kids"), reorder channels within them, and hide categories you don't watch. For a large lineup, this turns a 20,000+ channel list into something actually navigable — see our full channels guide for the complete category breakdown.
TiviMate Free vs Premium
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Live TV & channel groups | Yes | Yes |
| EPG cache | 1-day | 3-day |
| Custom channel logos | No | Yes |
| Multi-screen (picture-in-picture) | No | Yes |
| Parental controls | Basic | Advanced |
Premium is a nice-to-have, not a requirement — the free tier is fully usable for day-to-day streaming.
Fixing Common Issues
- Login fails: recheck server URL, username, and password for typos
- EPG not loading: give it a minute after the initial channel download, then restart the app
- Playback buffers: switch to Ethernet and see our full buffering fix guide
- App won't open after Fire TV update: reinstall via Downloader using the latest APK from tivimate.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TiviMate free?
The core app is free and includes Xtream Codes login and live TV playback. TiviMate Premium adds a 3-day EPG cache, custom channel logos, multi-screen (picture-in-picture), and a few other conveniences via a paid subscription.
Does TiviMate work on iPhone or Samsung Smart TV?
No. TiviMate is built specifically for Android — Firestick, Android TV boxes, and Android phones/tablets. For iOS use GSE Smart IPTV, and for Samsung/LG Smart TVs use Smart IPTV (SIPTV) or IPTV Smarters Pro where available.
How do I install TiviMate on Firestick?
Enable Apps from Unknown Sources in Firestick settings, install the Downloader app from the Amazon App Store, then use Downloader to install TiviMate's APK from its official site before logging in with your Xtream Codes credentials.
Why is my TiviMate channel list empty after login?
Double-check your server URL, username, and password for typos, then force-close and reopen the app. If it's still empty, confirm your subscription is active and try refreshing the playlist from TiviMate's settings menu.
Do I need TiviMate Premium to use it well?
No — the free version covers live TV, channel groups, and basic EPG. Premium is worth it mainly if you want the extended EPG cache and multi-screen viewing; it isn't required for reliable day-to-day streaming.
Can I organize channels into custom groups in TiviMate?
Yes, TiviMate lets you create custom channel groups and reorder channels, which is one of its strongest advantages over simpler player apps for households with a large channel lineup.
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