TiviMate looks and behaves like a Sky or Virgin guide, which is why people who switch to it rarely go back.
How do you install it?
- Google TV, Android TV and Nvidia Shield: install from Google Play.
- Fire TV Stick: when the Appstore on your stick does not list TiviMate, side-load the developer’s official build through Downloader, then switch “unknown sources” off.
How do you add your subscription?
- Open TiviMate and choose Add playlist.
- Choose Xtream Codes (recommended) or Enter URL for an M3U link.
- Enter the server address, username and password from your welcome message.
- Name the playlist and finish. Channels and the guide load in about a minute.
What does Premium add?
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Live TV and guide | Yes | Yes |
| More than one playlist | No | Yes |
| Recording to storage | No | Yes |
| Catch-up (where the provider supports it) | No | Yes |
| Hide, reorder and rename channel groups | Limited | Yes |
Which settings are worth changing?
- Appearance → TV guide: show 2 to 3 hours for a Sky-like view.
- Playback → Buffer size: “Large” helps on weaker Wi-Fi.
- Playlists → Update on start: keeps new channels appearing without a manual refresh.
Readers also ask
Is TiviMate free?
The basic app is free. TiviMate Premium is a paid upgrade bought through the TiviMate Companion app on a phone, and one purchase covers several devices.
Can I use TiviMate on a Samsung TV?
No. TiviMate runs only on Android-based TV devices, such as Fire TV Sticks, Android TV boxes, Google TV and Nvidia Shield. On Samsung and LG TVs use IBO Player.
Why doesn't TiviMate show the TV guide?
The guide may not be linked. Open Settings → Playlists → your playlist → EPG, confirm a guide source is set, and refresh it.