Should I use IPTV?

The reason I’m writing this article is to explain the different types of IPTV and why someone should think twice before registering for an IPTV subscription.

IPTV stands for Internet Protocol Television. Currently, it’s the best way to gain access to live TV channels that you would normally pay a cable or satellite company for.

Due to the Internet, cable and satellite companies are no longer needed or wanted for that matter. Customers have always complained about the price gouging through these various companies and the Internet is finally putting a stop to that.

Let’s face it, cable and satellite companies were a means to deliver live channels and that’s it. Now that we have high-speed Internet, these monopolies will eventually become extinct.

Do you really need an IPTV service?

Due to all of the available streaming services and free apps, we can access almost every TV show with the click of a button when our schedule permits. The main reason people still want live channels is for daily news shows and live sports that can’t be found on various streaming platforms and free apps.

Before exploring whether or not you need an IPTV service, you should first ask yourself if you still need live channels. There are two types of services available, Unverified and Verified.

Unverified IPTV Services

Let’s start with Unverified Services because this is currently the most popular among cord-cutters. These are the services that cost $5 to $20 per month and provide access to everything that you would ever need. Some of these services offer thousands of live channels from around the world and a large library of video on demand content.

They also provide access to PPV, season sports packages, and music options. The reason we call these unverified is because it’s impossible for TROYPOINT to determine whether they have the proper licensing to be broadcasting their channels.

However, in each of our reviews for these services, we do point out our honest opinion on whether we think they have the necessary licensing or not. Please understand that our reviews for these services are simply that. Reviews! We are not recommending that you use any of these services and TROYPOINT does not receive any revenue from said services.

These reviews are NOT considered promotions of these services. Usually, these services don’t offer their apps through popular app stores such as Amazon App Store or Google Play. This is usually a red flag and users need to be extremely careful when engaging with these entities.

There are now literally thousands of these services available for purchase on the Internet, but the end-user needs to be extremely careful when dealing with these outfits. If users aren’t willing to take the necessary precautions outlined below, they should stay FAR away from these questionable offerings.

Who Shouldn’t Use Unverified IPTV Services

• Those who expect excellent customer service

Don’t plan on receiving any type of customer service from these unverified IPTV services. There’s a reason that they can charge $5 to $20 per month! There’s no overhead. Typically, the only communication you will receive from them is your initial setup email and billing reminders.

The good ones will have some sort of support mechanism, but it may take days for them to get back to you. Those who aren’t going to protect themselves with a VPN. Your identifying IP Address is logged every time you use a website or online service unless you are using a VPN.

• Keep in mind that some of these services have been tied to organized crime. I highly doubt that you want them having your identifying IP address.

Those who don’t want to use an anonymous email address. If you don’t have an anonymous email address, you may want to avoid IPTV Services. This goes hand in hand with using a VPN and an anonymous payment method.

Using an anonymous or disposable email is the best way to ensure your data is completely secure. This will also keep you free of spam emails and other unwanted solicitation that is notorious in today’s email world. We strongly suggest StartMail which is the best anonymous email provider available.