The following guide shows how to install Kodi IPTV on any device for watching live channels.
Installing the Kodi IPTV client is an excellent way to stream thousands of live channels by pairing IPTV services with the IPTV Simple Client.
The “IPTV Simple Client” is a verified PVR add-on that supports M3U playlists.
Since most IPTV providers offer M3U URLs to distribute their channels, using Kodi can be a great way to watch live TV!
However, before going through this tutorial, we suggest you confirm that your IPTV subscription does include an M3U URL.
You can usually find this in the support documents or online discussion board that most IPTV services offer.
You may also find this in the welcome email that you received when you first registered for your IPTV service.
Kodi is a perfect solution for cord-cutters who are unable to install APKs on their devices for live streaming.
This includes anyone who uses a Mac Computer, Apple TV, Raspberry Pi, Xbox One, or another device that does not use the Android operating system.
In the guide below we will show you how to install Kodi IPTV on an Amazon Firestick, but this process will work on any compatible Kodi device.
How to Install Kodi IPTV
1. Install Kodi on your device if you haven’t already.
You can find Kodi in the Google Play Store on Android devices, but for Fire TV devices you must side-load this application.
See our guide below for details on that.
2. Launch Kodi and select Settings.
3. Click Add-ons.
4. Choose Install from repository.
5. Click PVR clients.
6. Scroll down and choose PVR IPTV Simple Client.
7. Click Install.
8. Wait for PVR IPTV Simple Client.
Add-on installed message to appear
9. Click PVR IPTV Simple Client again
10. Click Configure
11. Under General, hover over and select M3U Play List URL
12. Enter the provided M3U URL from your IPTV Service with your account info inserted and click OK
TROYPOINT Tip: You will usually have two M3U URLs. One is for the channel listings and one is for the TV program guide (EPG).
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:
http://liveiptvservice.org:86/get.php?username=xxxx&password=xxxx&type=m3u_plus&output=ts
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 in this example. 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. 
13. Hover over EPG Settings and choose XMLTV URL
14. Type the EPG M3U URL or shortened bit.ly URL for your TV Guide and click OK
15. Click Ok again
16. Click OK when prompted with Needs to restart message
17. Force close Kodi and re-open the app. Wait a few minutes for the PVR Manager to start and channels to download. When finished, you will see Simple Client Channels loaded message.
That’s it! You have successfully setup Kodi IPTV on your device. Continue reading below for more details on the IPTV Simple Client.
Kodi IPTV Simple Client Details
You can now access your IPTV service on Kodi 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 options for Audio, Subtitles, Video, Color Management, and Toggle Audio Stream.
Upon testing, we have found that Subtitles do not work properly when streaming IPTV on Kodi. However, if you would like to use Subtitles for Movies and TV Show add-ons, follow the guide below:
Another important item to note about Kodi IPTV is that many of these providers do not offer video-on-demand (VOD) for Movies and TV Shows. Luckily, there are tons of video add-ons available for installation that provide unlimited content for streaming. Or you can consider using a build that encompasses all of these in one location.
Final Thoughts
Setting up IPTV on Kodi is a great way to watch live channels without the hassle of installing IPTV APKs or using traditional cable. If you are subscribed to an IPTV service that provides an M3U URL, try using Kodi IPTV on your device!
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kodi have IPTV?
While Kodi itself doesn’t provide live TV, you can install the Simple IPTV Client add-on and integrate any IPTV service for live channels.
Can I watch Live TV on Kodi?
Yes. This guide will show you how to watch live TV on Kodi using any compatible device.
What is the PVR IPTV Simple Client?
This is a Kodi add-on designed to integrate your preferred IPTV service for live streaming.
Is PVR IPTV Simple Client Free?
Yes. This add-on is absolutely free. However, not all IPTV services are free.
Is Installing Kodi IPTV Legal?
Yes. The Kodi application and IPTV Simple Client add-on are 100% legal. However, some IPTV services may offer access to copyrighted content without the proper licensing.