How to Watch IPTV on an LG Smart TV (webOS)

LG Smart TVs use webOS. Like Samsung, they cannot run Android apps, but the LG Content Store has reliable IPTV players, and LG OLED TVs give one of the best pictures you can get for 4K channels.

Before you start

• Update the TV: Settings → All Settings → Support → Software Update.
• Check the connection in Settings → Network. For 4K, use Wi-Fi 5 GHz or, better, a network cable.
• Have your IPTV login or playlist link ready.

Step 1: Install a player

Open the LG Content Store (the Apps icon on the home bar) and search for:

• IBO Player or IBO Player Pro
• BOB Player
• SS IPTV

IBO and BOB players are the most complete: TV guide, catch-up, films and series in separate menus.

Step 2: Note the MAC address and device key

Open the player. It shows a MAC address and a device key. Take a photo of the screen.

Step 3: Add your playlist

• Easiest: send the photo to us on WhatsApp or Telegram and we add your playlist.
• Yourself: go to the player's official website, open the playlist manager, sign in with the MAC and device key and add your Xtream Codes login or M3U link.

Restart the app. The channel list and TV guide load in a minute or two.

Step 4: Settings for an LG OLED

• Picture mode: Cinema or Filmmaker Mode for films, Standard or Sports for live football.
• TruMotion: set to Off or "Cinematic Movement" for films; "Natural" can help fast sport.
• Energy saving: off, or the picture may dim during dark scenes.
• In the player, choose hardware decoding if the option exists.

Tips for smooth playback

• Close other apps: webOS keeps them in memory. Hold the Home button and close what you are not using.
• If channels start slowly, reduce the number of playlists in the app to one.
• Turn the TV fully off now and then (unplug it for 30 seconds) to clear its memory.

Frequently asked questions

Which LG TVs support IPTV players?

Most webOS TVs from 2018 onwards. Very old models may not show the apps in the Content Store.

Is the player free?

Usually there is a free trial, then a small activation fee to the app developer. See player licenses explained.

Can I record channels on an LG TV?

Most webOS players cannot record, but the 4-day catch-up lets you watch programmes you missed.