Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for World TV Stream
Welcome! Here you'll find answers to common questions about World TV Stream (WTS), including how to watch free, ad-free live TV, how we handle your data, device compatibility, and more.
1. How do I watch free live TV on World TV Stream?
It's simple! Browse the available channels list, or filter by country or category to find something interesting. Once you find a channel, just click or tap on it to start streaming. You can also mark channels as 'Favorites' or load your own custom M3U playlists for quick access – just remember these are stored locally on your device (see question 3). [Optional: Keep if applicable] WTS also features Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode on supported platforms, letting you multitask while keeping your stream playing in a small window.
2. Is World TV Stream really free? Are there ads?
Yes, absolutely! World TV Stream is completely free to use, forever. We are committed to providing a 100% ad-free experience. There are no hidden costs or subscriptions.
3. How is World TV Stream supported if it's free and ad-free?
WTS is a community-supported project. While the service will always remain free and ad-free, we welcome voluntary donations from users who wish to support the ongoing development, maintenance, and server costs. Donations are greatly appreciated but entirely optional.
4. How does World TV Stream handle my privacy and data? What about Favorites/Playlists?
Your privacy is paramount. Here's how we handle data:
- No User Accounts: You don't need to create an account to use WTS.
- Local Storage: Features like 'Favorites' and loaded 'Custom M3U Playlists' are stored only in your browser's cache or your device's local storage. We do not collect, store, or have access to this data on our servers. It stays on your device.
- Minimal Data: We don't collect, store, or share personal data for using the service. We don't use third-party ad trackers.
- Anonymous Analytics: We may collect anonymous, aggregated usage statistics (like which features are popular or general regions using the service) to help us improve WTS, but this data is not linked to individuals.
5. What devices can I use World TV Stream on?WTS is designed to work everywhere! You can access it via:
- Web Browser: On any modern browser on your mobile phone, tablet, desktop computer, or even many Smart TV browsers.
- Android Apps: We offer several free Android apps available for download.
- PWA (Progressive Web App): The web version can often be installed as a PWA on compatible devices for an app-like experience.
6. What is IPTV?
IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) simply means watching TV content delivered over the internet instead of traditional methods like cable or satellite. World TV Stream aggregates links to publicly available, legal IPTV streams from around the globe.
7. Where do the TV channels on World TV Stream come from?
Our channel listings are primarily sourced from the excellent, community-driven IPTV-org project on GitHub (github.com/iptv-org/iptv). This project curates publicly available streams. We rely on this directory and do not add or maintain channels ourselves.
8. Can I suggest a TV channel to be added?
Since we use the IPTV-org directory, the best way to suggest a channel is to contribute directly to their project on GitHub following their guidelines. Your contributions help the whole community!
9. How often is the channel list updated?
The channel list is updated regularly, thanks to the continuous efforts of the IPTV-org community. WTS automatically reflects these updates, so you'll often find new streams available.
10. Is watching TV on World TV Stream legal?
Yes. WTS only provides links to streams that are publicly available on the internet, believed to be shared intentionally by the rights holders (as per the source repository's policy). We do not host any video content ourselves. However, it is your responsibility to ensure that accessing specific streams is legal in your country or region. Please see our Terms and Conditions for more details.
11. Why are some channels missing or not working?
There could be several reasons:
- Technical Issues: The stream itself might be temporarily down or experiencing issues from the source.
- Geo-Restrictions: Some channels are licensed only for specific geographic regions and might be blocked outside those areas (sometimes indicated by a lock icon).
- Security/Embedding Restrictions: We prioritize security and only list channels using HTTPS. Additionally, some streams are configured by their owners (using CORS policies) not to allow playback on external websites or apps like WTS. If a channel doesn't meet these requirements, we cannot list it.
12. How can I report a problem with a channel or link?
If a stream isn't working, it's often a temporary issue at the source. If it persists, the best place to report it is to the IPTV-org team on GitHub, as they manage the channel directory.
Need more help? Feel free to contact us via our website or email provided in the site footer/about section.