Short answer
Use the Xtream Codes login (server URL, username, password) in any app that offers it. Use the M3U link only in apps that accept playlists alone, such as VLC. Use the portal URL on MAG and Formuler boxes. All three open the same SonixaIPTV line.
Most “it does not work” messages in the first hour are login typos, not service faults. Knowing what each part of your SonixaIPTV details means makes them easy to spot.
The three formats
| Format | What you receive | Use it in |
|---|---|---|
| Xtream Codes | Server URL + username + password | Smarters, TiviMate, IBO, iPlayTV, XCIPTV |
| M3U link | One long URL ending in type=m3u_plus |
VLC, playlist-only apps |
| MAG portal | A portal URL linked to your box’s MAC | MAG boxes, Formuler, STB Emulator |
Why Xtream Codes is better
- It loads faster, because the app asks for one category at a time instead of one giant file.
- Films and series appear in their own sections with posters.
- The TV guide fills in automatically.
Anatomy of an M3U link
An M3U link has the form http://server:port/get.php?username=USER&password=PASS&type=m3u_plus&output=ts. The server, username and password inside it are the same as your Xtream login, so you can always rebuild one from the other.
Avoiding login errors
- Copy and paste rather than typing, especially passwords with capital letters.
- Keep the
http://and the port in the server URL exactly as sent. - Check for spaces at the end of a pasted username or password.
- Treat the details like a password. Never post them in a forum or group: shared logins are suspended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the M3U link and Xtream Codes at the same time?
They are the same line, so both count against your connections. Use one per screen.
My app asks for an EPG URL. Where is it?
It is in your SonixaIPTV message. With an Xtream login most apps find the guide without it.
Can I change my password?
Yes. Ask support and we issue new details; your old ones stop working immediately.
Why does my M3U link download a file?
Opened in a browser, an M3U link downloads the playlist. Paste it into a player instead.
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