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How to add an M3U playlist (link or file)
M3U is the most common format for the channel list an IPTV provider gives you: either a link (http://…/playlist.m3u) or a file ending in .m3u or .m3u8. Uzman IPTV Player opens both. The steps below are the same on every device.
Step by step
Open the “Add source” screen
It appears by itself the first time you open the app. Later, go to Settings → Sources → “+ Add a new source” to add another playlist.
Choose “M3U link”
Paste the address from your provider into the “M3U link” field. It usually starts with http:// or https:// and ends in .m3u or .m3u8.
Have a file? Use “Playlist file”
If the playlist came as a file, choose “Playlist file” and pick the .m3u or .m3u8 file on your phone or computer.
Name the source and save
Give the playlist a name such as “Home” or “Sport” if you like. After saving, the channels load and appear on the home screen, sorted by category.
On a TV, type it on your phone
No need to type a long link with the remote: choose “Add with your phone” on the TV, scan the QR code and send the link from your phone.
Tips
- If the link contains get.php, username and password, it is really an Xtream link. The app recognises it and connects as Xtream, so films and series come too.
- Want to look around first? Choose “Demo”: legal test streams let you try the app without a subscription.
- Links and passwords are stored only on your device, encrypted; they are not sent to us.
Common questions
Is there a difference between M3U and M3U8?
Not in use. M3U8 is the same list in UTF-8 encoding, which suits channel names with accents. The app opens both.
My playlist does not load. What can I do?
Try opening the link in a browser: if a file downloads, the link works. If not, your subscription may have ended or the address may have changed; ask your provider for the current link.