What is IPTV and how does it work?

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IPTV stands for Internet Protocol Television. Instead of reaching your TV through a cable or a satellite dish, the channels and movies come through your internet connection, the same way videos and music streaming apps work.

How IPTV works

A TV provider sends its channels and on-demand library over the internet. On your side, an app on your Smart TV, TV box, phone or computer connects with your personal login and plays what you choose. There is no dish to install and no cable box to rent.

Live TV and on demand

  • Live TV works like normal television: you pick a channel and watch what is on now. OTT Platinum includes 15,000+ live channels.
  • Video on demand (VOD) lets you start a movie or an episode whenever you want. OTT Platinum has 100,000+ movies and series.

What you need

IPTV compared with cable and satellite

IPTV usually needs no installation visit and no long contract, and you can watch on several kinds of screens. On the other hand, the picture depends on your internet connection, so a weak or busy connection can cause buffering. That is why we offer a free 24-hour trial: you can check everything on your own connection before paying.

Try it yourself

The easiest way to understand IPTV is to try it. Ask for the free 24-hour trial on WhatsApp, or see our prices.

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