IPTV Player for Windows PC: Setup Guide

Your laptop or desktop is a good second screen for IPTV, for example in the office, a bedroom or a hotel room. On Windows 10 and 11 you install a free IPTV player from the Microsoft Store, add the login we send you, and our 4K IPTV service plays in a window or full screen.

Strong IPTV Fox mascot watching IPTV in a player app on a laptop at a desk

Best IPTV players for Windows

AppPriceLoginTV guideBest for
MyIPTV PlayerFree, with optional in-app purchasesXtream Codes or M3UYes, plus catch-up with XtreamA free player with more than one playlist
OndalyTVFree; Premium €7.99 a year or €24.99 once (plus VAT)Xtream Codes or M3UYes (full guide and catch-up in Premium)A modern, simple interface on Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
VLC media playerFreeM3U link onlyNoA quick test, or a PC where you can't install store apps

MyIPTV Player

Price
Free, with optional in-app purchases
Login
Xtream Codes or M3U
TV guide
Yes, plus catch-up with Xtream
Best for
A free player with more than one playlist

OndalyTV

Price
Free; Premium €7.99 a year or €24.99 once (plus VAT)
Login
Xtream Codes or M3U
TV guide
Yes (full guide and catch-up in Premium)
Best for
A modern, simple interface on Windows 10/11 (64-bit)

VLC media player

Price
Free
Login
M3U link only
TV guide
No
Best for
A quick test, or a PC where you can't install store apps

Store ratings for these apps weren't readable on the Microsoft Store pages we checked, so we don't list them. App prices are set by the app makers and can change; we don't sell or include these apps.

Install an IPTV player from the Microsoft Store

  1. Open Start and select Microsoft Store.

  2. Search for MyIPTV Player or OndalyTV.

  3. Open the app page, check the publisher name and select Get (or Install).

  4. Open the app from the Start menu when it's done.

How to set up MyIPTV Player

MyIPTV Player supports Xtream Codes and M3U. With an M3U link, the steps are:

  1. Open MyIPTV Player and go to Settings.

  2. Select Add new playlist and EPG source.

  3. Under Remote channel list, enter a name, then paste your M3U link into Enter remote source URL.

  4. Select Add remote list and go back to Settings.

  5. Under Select channel playlist, choose your playlist and select Refresh.

  6. Open Channels and start watching.

Prefer Xtream Codes? Choose the Xtream option on the same settings page and enter the server URL, username and password from our WhatsApp message. Menu names can change slightly between versions.

How to set up OndalyTV on Windows

  1. Open OndalyTV. The first screen asks for a playlist; later you'll find it under Settings › Sources › Add.

  2. Select Xtream Codes.

  3. Enter the host (server URL), your username and password.

  4. Select Add Source and wait for your channels and guide to load.

With an M3U link, choose the URL option in step 2 and paste the full link.

Quick test with VLC

Already have VLC on your PC? You can check your M3U link in seconds:

  1. Open VLC and select Media › Open Network Stream.

  2. Paste your M3U link and select Play.

  3. Open the playlist (View › Playlist) to switch channels.

VLC has no TV guide or catch-up, so for everyday use, MyIPTV Player or OndalyTV is the better choice.

Tips for smooth IPTV on your PC

  • Plug in an Ethernet cable for 4K. On Wi-Fi, sit close to the router and use the 5 GHz network.
  • Close heavy downloads and other video tabs while you watch.
  • On a laptop, plug in the charger. Battery-saving modes can slow down video.
  • Want it on the big screen? Connect the laptop to your TV with an HDMI cable, or use a Fire TV Stick for a proper TV setup.

Windows IPTV questions

What is the best IPTV player for Windows?

MyIPTV Player if you want a free app with Xtream Codes and catch-up. OndalyTV if you prefer a more modern look and don't mind paying for Premium features. Both work with our login.

Can I watch IPTV on my PC without installing anything?

Our service runs through a player app, so you need one installed. If you already have VLC, you can test your M3U link without installing anything new.

Does this work on Windows 10 and Windows 11?

Yes. OndalyTV needs a 64-bit version of Windows 10 or 11. Most PCs and laptops from recent years are 64-bit.

Is there an IPTV player for Mac too?

Yes. Mac apps are different, and we cover them in our IPTV on Mac guide.

Can I watch on my PC and my TV at the same time?

One account streams on one screen at a time. To watch on both at once, choose 2 screens on our IPTV subscription page.

Ready to watch on your PC?

Pick a plan, tell us you're on Windows, and we send your login with setup help within minutes.