GridStreamr for Apple TV (tvOS) — Setup and Features
Install GridStreamr on Apple TV (tvOS), sign in with a quick QR scan from your phone, and enjoy your Smart Collections and Xtream playlists on the big screen with Live TV, EPG, MultiView, Jellyfin, and Home DVR.
Responsible use
GridStreamr does not provide IPTV channels, VOD, or playlists. You bring your own authorized Xtream Codes or M3U sources. You are responsible for complying with applicable terms, licenses, and local law.
GridStreamr for Apple TV (tvOS) brings your entire library to the living room with a native interface built for the Siri Remote. Set up your sources and Smart Collections on your phone, scan the QR code on your television, and start watching in seconds — no typing long playlist URLs or passwords with a TV remote.
Install and sign in with your phone
- Open the App Store on your Apple TV and install GridStreamr
- Launch the app on your TV to display your sign-in QR code and confirmation code
- Open the GridStreamr mobile app on your iPhone or Android phone (signed in to your Premium account)
- Scan the QR code on your TV screen and tap Approve on your phone
- Your Smart Collections, Xtream accounts, Favorites, and Continue Watching appear on your Apple TV immediately
Built for the living room
Everything on the Apple TV home screen is organized around six clean destinations:
- Live TV — Browse your curated categories and favorites, check what is on now and next, open the translucent mini-guide without leaving your stream, and set programme reminders
- Movies — Explore posters by category or genre, sort by release date or recently added, watch trailers inline, and see official title logos, cast, and ratings
- Series — Follow seasons and episodes with synced watch progress, next-episode prompts, and TV network browsing
- MultiView — Watch up to four live channels at once on the big screen and move focus with the Siri Remote to switch which stream plays audio
- Jellyfin — Stream movies and series from your self-hosted Jellyfin server alongside your IPTV collections
- Recordings — Browse and play Home DVR recordings — including recordings that are still in progress — and manage scheduled jobs
Switch sources anytime
Use the source selector in the top bar of the Apple TV home screen to switch between your Smart Collections and your connected Xtream Codes accounts, complete with live channel, movie, and series counts for each collection.
Subtitles, multi-audio, and Trakt
While watching a movie, series episode, or live broadcast on Apple TV:
- Switch audio tracks and subtitle languages from the player controls
- Search and download subtitles on the fly with OpenSubtitles
- Automatically sync watched history and progress with Trakt.tv
Family-friendly controls on shared TVs
Living-room TVs are shared screens. GridStreamr on Apple TV includes:
- PIN-locked Smart Collections — Collections protected by your Parental Controls PIN stay locked on Apple TV until you enter your 4-digit PIN
- Private Mode — Toggle the eye icon in the top bar when you do not want your current session added to Continue Watching history
Free vs Premium on Apple TV
| Capability | Free (iOS / Android) | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Apple TV (tvOS) access | — | ✓ Included |
| Smart Collections & Xtream playback | 1 collection on mobile | ✓ Unlimited on TV |
| Full programme guide & reminders | — | ✓ |
| MultiView (up to 4 streams) | — | ✓ |
| OpenSubtitles & multi-audio | — | ✓ |
| Jellyfin & Home DVR | — | ✓ |
GridStreamr for Apple TV requires Premium. Start your subscription (including the 7-day free trial on the yearly plan) inside the iOS or Android app, then scan the QR code on your Apple TV to sign in.
Get GridStreamr for Apple TV
Included with Premium. Install from the App Store on Apple TV and sign in with your phone.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I sign in on Apple TV?
Install GridStreamr from the App Store on your Apple TV. Open the app, scan the QR code on screen with the GridStreamr mobile app on your iPhone or Android phone, and approve sign-in.
Is Apple TV included in Premium?
Yes. GridStreamr on Apple TV (tvOS) requires an active Premium subscription. Subscribe on iPhone, iPad, or Android first, then sign in on Apple TV — your Premium access and libraries sync automatically.
Can I watch both Smart Collections and Xtream playlists on Apple TV?
Yes. Use the source selector at the top of the Apple TV home screen to switch between your curated Smart Collections and your connected Xtream accounts.
Does Apple TV support MultiView?
Yes. Watch up to four live channels side by side on your television and switch active audio between streams using the Siri Remote.
Does Apple TV support Jellyfin and Home DVR?
Yes. Browse and play movies and series from your connected Jellyfin servers, and pair your Home DVR over Wi-Fi or Cloud Relay to schedule, manage, and watch recordings right from the couch.
Does GridStreamr provide IPTV channels on Apple TV?
No. You connect your own authorized Xtream or M3U sources on your phone. GridStreamr is the player and organizer, not a content provider.
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