What is IPTV? Your questions, answered
What is IPTV, and how does Aurix work? Quick answers about IPTV, the free trial, devices and billing. Can't find yours? Email our support team.
What is IPTV? A simple explanation
IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) is TV delivered over the internet instead of a cable line, satellite dish or antenna. An IPTV service sends live channels and on-demand movies and series to an app on your TV, streaming stick, phone or computer. You choose a channel from a TV guide, just like cable, but the signal arrives through your home internet. Read the technical definition on Wikipedia.
How does IPTV work?
- The provider streams the channels. An IPTV service provider like Aurix delivers live channels and a video library over the internet.
- You open a player app. You sign in to an app such as IBO Player Pro on your Fire TV Stick, Smart TV, phone or computer.
- You watch live or on demand. Pick a channel in the TV guide (EPG) or start a movie or series whenever you want.
IPTV vs cable vs streaming apps
| Cable / satellite | IPTV service | Streaming apps | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live channels with a TV guide | Yes | Yes | Mostly on-demand |
| Equipment | Rented box | A device you own | A device you own |
| Contract | Often 1–2 years | Prepaid plans (Aurix: no auto-renew) | Monthly |
| Watch on several screens | Extra boxes | 1–4 screens (Aurix) | Depends on the app |
What do you need for IPTV?
- Internet: about 10–15 Mbps per screen for HD and 25 Mbps or more for 4K. Check the internet speed you need.
- A device: Fire TV Stick, Samsung or LG Smart TV, Android TV, iPhone, iPad, Android or a computer. See supported devices and setup steps.
- An IPTV subscription: choose screens and plan length on our IPTV subscription page, or start with a free 24-hour trial.
Is IPTV legal?
IPTV as a technology is legal: it is simply a way to deliver TV over the internet, and many large US TV services use it. What matters is whether the provider has the rights to the channels it streams, so always read a service's terms before you subscribe. Aurix is a licensed live TV streaming service for viewers in the United States.
What is IPTV? The basics
What is IPTV?
IPTV stands for Internet Protocol Television. It means watching live TV channels and on-demand movies and series over your internet connection, instead of through a cable line or a satellite dish. You watch in an app on a device you already own, like a Smart TV, a Fire TV Stick, a phone or a computer.
What is an IPTV service?
An IPTV service is the company that streams the channels to you. You choose a plan, get login details and sign in on your device. Aurix is an IPTV service for viewers in the United States, with 40,000+ live channels and 200,000+ movies and series.
How does IPTV work?
The channels are sent as a video stream over the internet, much like Netflix or YouTube, but live. Your player app receives the stream and shows it on your screen. A stable connection of about 10 Mbps per HD screen is enough. See our internet speed guide and our page on IPTV vs cable TV.
How do you get IPTV?
You need an internet connection, a supported device and an IPTV service. With Aurix you can start with a free 24-hour trial on our free trial page, then pick a plan if you like it. Learn more about the technology on Wikipedia.
Getting started
What is Aurix?
Aurix is a licensed live TV streaming service for viewers in the United States. You watch live channels over your internet connection on supported devices — no cable box or satellite dish.
How does the free 24-hour trial work?
Request your trial on our free trial page or email us at aurix_support@aurixtv.com. You get full access for 24 hours, and no card is needed. There's one free trial per person. When the trial ends, choose a plan to keep watching.
How do I get started?
Choose a plan or request a free trial, then follow the setup steps we send for your device. Most people are watching within minutes. See our step-by-step guide on how to set up IPTV on any device.
Devices & streaming
What devices are supported?
Aurix works on Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Android TV and Google TV), Amazon Fire TV Stick, Android TV boxes, iPhone and iPad, Android phones and tablets, and Windows or Mac computers. See the full list on our Supported Devices page. Not sure about yours? Email us before you start.
How many screens can I watch on at once?
You choose 1, 2, 3 or 4 screens when you pick your plan. The price depends on the number of screens and the plan length.
What internet speed do I need?
We recommend at least 10 Mbps per screen for HD and 25 Mbps for 4K. A wired connection or strong Wi-Fi gives the best results. Read our internet speed guide for tips.
What can I watch?
Aurix brings you live US channels across sports, news, movies, series, entertainment and kids & family, with an on-screen TV guide and HD picture, plus 4K on selected channels.
Plans & billing
How does billing work?
Choose your screens (1 to 4) and plan length (1, 3, 6 or 12 months) on our pricing page. Plans start at $16.99 for 1 month, or from $5.83 a month on the 12-month plan. It is a one-time payment with no auto-renew. Send your order and we email you a secure payment link (card, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay or crypto).
Is there a contract?
No. There's no contract. After you subscribe, you get a confirmation email.
Can I cancel any time?
Yes. Just email our support team at aurix_support@aurixtv.com and we'll take care of it.
What's your refund policy?
See our Refund Policy.
Support
How do I contact support?
Email us at aurix_support@aurixtv.com. Our team is available every day, 9am–11pm ET and usually replies within 3 minutes.
Do you offer setup help?
Yes. Email us your device and we'll walk you through setup step by step.
Still have a question?
Our team answers by email every day, 9am–11pm ET. Or skip ahead and try Aurix free for 24 hours.