How to Install IPTV on an LG Smart TV

LG Smart TVs use the same MAC-address setup method as Samsung, just through LG's Content Store instead of Samsung's Smart Hub — webOS doesn't allow sideloaded Android apps either, so a MAC-based player like Smart IPTV or IBO Player Pro is the standard approach.

What you need

• An LG Smart TV running webOS, connected to Wi-Fi.
• An active IPTV subscription with an M3U playlist link.

Step-by-step setup

1. Open the LG Content Store and search for "Smart IPTV" or "IBO Player Pro". Install it.
2. Open the app — it displays a MAC address on screen specific to that app installation.
3. Send that MAC address to your provider along with your playlist details.
4. Wait for your provider to confirm the playlist has been linked, then restart the app.
5. Your channel list should load automatically — no further configuration needed.

LG-specific notes

Older LG webOS versions (webOS 3.x and earlier) sometimes carry an outdated version of Smart IPTV with a smaller EPG buffer — if your program guide looks incomplete, check for a webOS software update first under Settings → General → About This TV → Check for Updates.

Troubleshooting an LG setup

• Channels missing after linking — confirm the MAC address you sent matches the one shown inside the app, not the TV's general network settings.
• App removed after a system update — LG occasionally clears sideloaded-style Content Store apps on major webOS updates; reinstalling and re-sending the MAC address resolves it.
• Slow channel switching — usually a Wi-Fi signal issue rather than the app itself; see optimizing your network for IPTV.

LG vs Samsung: is one easier?

Both use the identical MAC-based approach, so neither is meaningfully easier — the main practical difference is simply which app store you open first. See the Samsung setup guide if your household has both brands.

Which LG TV models does this work on?

Any LG Smart TV running webOS from recent years supports this method, from budget models through the high-end OLED range — the setup process doesn't vary by screen tier, only by webOS version.

Do you need LG's Magic Remote for this?

No — a standard remote navigates the Content Store and app the same way; the Magic Remote's pointer function is a convenience, not a requirement for IPTV setup or use.

How TiviStation works on LG TVs

Send your LG TV's MAC address to TiviStation support and the team handles the playlist upload directly. If you're not sure a MAC-based player is right for your setup, see the full device compatibility guide for every supported option.

Written by the TiviStation team · Published September 2, 2026. Questions about anything in this guide? Contact our 24/7 support team or learn more about TiviStation.