How to Configure an EPG in Your IPTV App

Whether your EPG loads automatically or needs to be added manually depends on your login format — here's how to set it up either way, and where to look if it's not showing up.

If you're using Xtream Codes

With an Xtream Codes login, the EPG typically loads automatically alongside your channel list — no separate step required. If it's not appearing, double-check your login was entered correctly rather than looking for a separate EPG setting.

If you're using an M3U playlist

An M3U playlist doesn't carry schedule data on its own, so the EPG is added as a separate URL. In most apps, look for an EPG or XMLTV URL field under Settings or under your playlist's own settings, and paste in the EPG link from your subscription confirmation.

Step-by-step: adding an EPG URL

• Open your app's Settings menu and find the EPG, XMLTV, or Program Guide option
• Paste the EPG URL from your subscription exactly as sent, watching for extra spaces
• Save, and allow a few minutes for the guide to populate on first load
• Check a few channels to confirm program names and times are showing correctly

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a separate EPG URL for every device? No — the same EPG URL works across any app or device using the same subscription, since it's tied to your account, not a specific device.

My EPG URL is correct but nothing shows up — why? Allow a few minutes after first adding it, since the app needs to download and parse the full schedule data. If it's still empty after that, see our guide on EPG not updating.

Can I set how often the EPG refreshes? Some apps offer a refresh interval setting; where available, a shorter interval keeps the guide more current at the cost of slightly more data use.

Conclusion

Xtream Codes logins bring the EPG along automatically; M3U playlists need the EPG URL added as a separate step. Either way, it's a one-time setup. See what an EPG is for what the guide actually shows once it's working, and EPG not updating if it stops refreshing later.