IPTV on Kodi
You set up IPTV on Kodi by enabling the PVR IPTV Simple Client add-on, entering your M3U link and turning on the PVR feature. Your channels and EPG then appear directly in Kodi.
Which add-on is needed?
PVR IPTV Simple Client, included with Kodi.
What do I need?
Your M3U link (and an optional EPG link).
Which devices run Kodi?
Windows, Mac, Android, Android TV and more.
How long does it take?
Usually under 5 minutes.
Step by step
- 1
Open Kodi
Launch Kodi on your device (Windows, Mac, Android or Android TV).
- 2
Go to PVR clients
Open Settings → Add-ons → PVR clients and choose PVR IPTV Simple Client.
- 3
Enter your M3U link
In the add-on settings, paste your M3U URL (and an optional EPG link).
- 4
Enable the add-on
Enable the PVR IPTV Simple Client and save.
- 5
Start watching
Go to the TV section in Kodi and your channels and EPG appear.
Why use Kodi for IPTV?
Kodi is a popular, free media-center app that runs on many devices. With the built-in PVR IPTV Simple Client, it turns into a capable IPTV player for your 43,000+ channels and 240,000+ titles, complete with an EPG.
What you need first
Just your M3U link (and optionally an EPG link), which you receive after your order. Kodi and the PVR IPTV Simple Client are free — your IPTV subscription is separate, from 79 EUR/year.
Tips and troubleshooting
- No channels — re-check the M3U URL in the add-on settings and restart Kodi.
- No EPG — add a valid EPG link and give it time to load.
- Buffering — use 15–25 Mbps for 4K and a wired connection where possible.
Prefer a simpler app on a PC? See IPTV on Windows, or the full list on supported devices.
Which devices run Kodi
Kodi is flexible about hardware: it runs on Windows, Mac and Linux computers, on Android phones and tablets, and on Android TV boxes and sticks, including more powerful options for smooth 4K. What it does not run on are the built-in systems of Samsung (Tizen) and LG (webOS) Smart TVs — on those, a dedicated player app is the better route. If you mainly watch on a computer, our IPTV on Windows guide pairs well with this one.
Adding an EPG and catch-up in Kodi
To get the most from Kodi, add your EPG link in the PVR IPTV Simple Client settings alongside the M3U URL, then give it a moment to load — the guide then shows what is on now and next. You can group channels and mark favourites so your regular picks are easy to reach, and where catch-up data is provided it lets you go back over recent programming. A short setup now makes the day-to-day a lot smoother.
Get started
New to IPTV? Read What is IPTV?. Ready? Compare plans and order IPTV Nordic to get your M3U details.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add IPTV to Kodi?+
Enable the PVR IPTV Simple Client, enter your M3U link in the add-on settings and turn on PVR. Channels and the EPG then appear in Kodi.
What is the PVR IPTV Simple Client?+
A built-in Kodi add-on that loads an M3U playlist and an EPG source so Kodi can show live TV.
Do I need to install anything extra?+
No, the PVR IPTV Simple Client comes with Kodi. You only need your M3U link.
Why are no channels showing in Kodi?+
Check that the M3U link is correct in the add-on settings and restart Kodi so the list loads.
Which devices does Kodi work on?+
Kodi is available for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and Android TV boxes, among others. It does not run on Samsung (Tizen) or LG (webOS).
How do I add an EPG in Kodi?+
Enter your EPG link in the PVR IPTV Simple Client alongside the M3U URL and give it a moment to load. The guide then shows what's on now and next.