# IPTVnator Backend

IPTVnator Backend is a self-hosted media applications app. Self-hosted backend service for IPTVnator, an open-source, cross-platform IPTV video player that supports M3U/M3U8 playlist playback and XMLTV EPG data. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/672/iptvnator-backend

## Description

Self-hosted backend service for IPTVnator, an open-source, cross-platform IPTV video player that supports M3U/M3U8 playlist playback and XMLTV EPG data.

## Platform availability

Available on 4 of 9 platforms: Unraid, Mac, Windows, Linux.

## Desktop and other devices

Mac, Windows, Linux.

## Health score

85/100 (Excellent), based on 3 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 16 days ago)
- Popular: 77 (7,309 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 65 (4 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)

## Links

- GitHub: https://github.com/4gray/iptvnator
- Official website: https://4gray.github.io/iptvnator/
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/4gray/iptvnator-backend
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/iptvnator-backend-1n4uaig1mzurg4?q=IPTVnator---Backend
- desktop: https://github.com/4gray/iptvnator/releases/latest

## Common questions

### How do I start the self-hosted IPTVnator backend and which port should I expose?

Build and start the backend and web app in one container with Docker Compose using the project's compose file. The app should be available on the local machine at port 4333, so keep that port open if you plan to access it from another machine.

### What playlist and portal sources can IPTVnator import?

It supports M3U and M3U8 playlists from local files or remote URLs, with automatic updates on startup. It also supports Xtream Codes and Stalker/Ministra portals, and each playlist can use a custom User-Agent header.

### Do I need to add a TMDB API key to get metadata?

TMDB enrichment is opt-in and requires your own TMDB API key. It adds details such as plots, cast and crew, trailers, ratings, artwork, and related rails.

### Does IPTVnator include IPTV channels or official subscriptions?

No, IPTVnator does not provide playlists or other digital content, and it never sells IPTV subscriptions, channels, or playlists. Websites offering IPTVnator subscriptions, channels, or activated builds are not affiliated with the project.

### What common playback issues does the IPTVnator troubleshooting guide cover?

It covers no sound, unsupported codec, stream, refresh, and network errors with a practical checklist.

## Alternatives

- Extreme InfiniTV: Cross-platform IPTV player for Xtream Codes and M3U/M3U8 playlists.
- Hypnotix: Hypnotix is an IPTV streaming application with support for live TV, movies and series.
- IPTV Player for Android: This application allows you to view TV technology-based IPTV.
- KGV Player: KGV Player is an IPTV player and channels manager offer new features and new experience with an attractive and simple design, with the feat…
- Kodi: Open-source media player supporting Linux to iOS, highly customizable with plug-ins, supports 4K and diverse formats, privacy-centric and a…
- Smarters IPTV Pro: Optimized IPTV player for iOS and tvOS supporting M3U playlists, high-performance live TV and VOD streaming, a 7-day free trial, and in-app…
- TiviMate: With TiviMate you can watch live TV channels from your IPTV provider on Android set-top boxes.
- Xtream IPTV Player: Watch live TV, movies, series with your Xtream account.
- yuki-iptv: IPTV player with EPG support.

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