How to Set Up IPTV on Apple TV (Ultimate 2026 Guide)

Apple TV is a powerful streaming box known for its smooth performance and high-quality image processing. However, because Apple does not allow side-loading apps (like Android or Firestick do), you must download compatible media players directly from the official Apple App Store.

Here are the best applications and step-by-step instructions to get your IPTV service running on Apple TV.

Top 3 IPTV Apps for Apple TV

1. IPTV Smarters Lite: The most popular free app. It features a clean layout and works exceptionally well with Xtream Codes API.
2. GSE Smart IPTV: A very powerful, customizable player that supports M3U playlists and external video players.
3. TiviMax: A premium, paid application designed to mimic the high-end TiviMate interface on Apple TV.

Option A: Setting up IPTV Smarters Lite (Recommended)

Xtream Codes API is the easiest and most stable connection method for IPTV Smarters on Apple TV.

1. Open the App Store on your Apple TV.
2. Search for “IPTV Smarters Lite” and install it.
3. Open the app and select “Login with Xtream Codes API”.
4. Enter the connection details:
   • Playlist Name: Planet IPTV
   • Username: (Your subscription username)
   • Password: (Your subscription password)
   • Portal URL: (The server URL provided by your provider, including the port number)
5. Click Add User, and wait a few seconds for the app to download the channels.

Option B: Setting up GSE Smart IPTV

If your provider only gave you an M3U URL, GSE Smart IPTV is the best player to use.

1. Search for and download GSE Smart IPTV from the Apple TV App Store.
2. Open the app, slide out the left menu, and click on Remote Playlists.
3. Click the “+” icon and select “Add M3U URL”.
4. Enter a name (e.g. “Planet IPTV”) and copy/paste your M3U URL link.
5. Click Add, select the playlist, and start streaming.