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For iPhone & iPad · M3U & Xtream Codes
The IPTV player your playlist deserves.
Zaptun turns your own M3U playlist or Xtream Codes account into a clean, set-top-box-grade TV experience on iOS: live channels, a real program guide, catch-up, movies and series. No ads, no account, and nothing leaves your phone.
Coming soon to the App StoreSee how it works
Zaptun is a player only. It ships with no channels and requires a playlist from your own provider.
- No ads
- No account
- No analytics
- No content bundled
- One-time purchase available
Features
Everything a modern IPTV player should do
Built from scratch for iOS with the features power users expect from a TV-grade player, minus the clutter.
Real EPG program guide
A grid-style TV guide powered by XMLTV or Xtream EPG, with now/next info on every channel, program details and progress bars.
Catch-up TV
Missed the match? Jump back into programs from the last few days when your provider supports catch-up (timeshift) — straight from the guide.
Movies & series
Xtream VOD libraries with posters, ratings, seasons and episodes. Resume where you left off and auto-play the next episode.
Two playback engines
Apple's native player for HLS plus a VLC-based engine for raw MPEG-TS, AC3/EAC3 audio and stubborn streams. Zaptun picks the right one automatically.
Parental controls
Lock any group or category behind a 4-digit PIN. Locks re-apply when the app goes to the background.
Picture in Picture & AirPlay
Keep watching while you use other apps, or send the stream to your Apple TV with one tap.
Audio & subtitle tracks
Switch languages and subtitles on the fly, set a sleep timer, and keep playing audio in the background.
Multiple playlists
Add as many M3U URLs or Xtream accounts as you like. See account expiry and connection limits for Xtream logins.
Up and running in under a minute
Zaptun never asks you to sign up. Bring the playlist you already pay for.
- 1
Install Zaptun
Download from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad. Unlock with a weekly, yearly or one-time lifetime purchase.
- 2
Add your playlist
Paste the M3U URL from your provider, or enter your Xtream Codes server, username and password. Optionally add an XMLTV EPG link.
- 3
Watch
Channels, guide, movies and series appear instantly. Everything is cached on your device and refreshed automatically.
Plays what other iOS players can't
Most IPTV apps on iPhone rely only on Apple's AVPlayer, which rejects many raw MPEG-TS streams and silently mutes AC3 or EAC3 audio. Zaptun ships a second, VLC-based engine and switches to it automatically, so the streams that fail elsewhere just play.
- HLS (.m3u8), MPEG-TS, MP4, MKV containers
- H.264 / H.265 video, AAC, AC3, EAC3, MP3 audio
- Automatic reconnect with exponential backoff
- Per-playlist engine memory: Zaptun remembers what worked
Private by design
There are no Zaptun servers. Your playlists, passwords, favorites and viewing history are stored only on your device. The app connects to exactly one place: the provider you entered.
- No account or e-mail required
- No analytics, tracking or advertising SDKs
- Purchases handled by Apple; we never see your payment details
- Delete the app and everything is gone
Pricing
Simple pricing, no surprises
Pick a subscription or pay once and own it forever. Unlock everything — there is no feature-gated tier.
Weekly
$0.99per week
Try it for a week or travel with it.
Coming soon to the App Store
Best value
Yearly
$18.99per year
About $0.37 per week.
Coming soon to the App Store
Lifetime
$28.99one-time
Pay once, keep it forever.
Coming soon to the App Store
- Unlimited playlists and channels
- EPG guide and catch-up
- Movies and series (Xtream)
- Two playback engines
- Parental controls, PiP, AirPlay
- All future updates
Prices in USD; local prices may vary. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel in your Apple ID settings.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers about what Zaptun is — and isn't.
Does Zaptun include any TV channels?
No. Zaptun is a media player, like VLC or Kodi but purpose-built for IPTV. It contains no channels, movies or subscriptions. You add the M3U playlist or Xtream Codes login you already have from your own provider.
Is Zaptun an IPTV service or subscription?
No. We do not sell, provide, recommend or link to any IPTV service. Zaptun is only the app that plays content from a source you supply.
Which playlist formats are supported?
M3U and M3U8 playlists (URL), Xtream Codes API logins (server, username, password), and XMLTV EPG files (.xml or .xml.gz) for the program guide.
Is it as capable as the big Android TV players?
Yes. Zaptun brings the same class of experience to iOS: grid EPG, side channel list, groups and favorites, catch-up, parental PIN, multiple playlists and a dual playback engine.
Why do some streams play in Zaptun but not in other iOS apps?
Many iOS players only use Apple's AVPlayer, which does not support raw MPEG-TS over HTTP or AC3/EAC3 audio. Zaptun includes a second VLC-based engine and switches automatically.
Does Zaptun collect my data?
No. There are no Zaptun servers, accounts, analytics or ads. Playlists and credentials stay on your device. The only network connections go to your provider and, for purchases, to Apple and RevenueCat (purchase validation).
Is there a free trial?
No trial, but the weekly plan is a low-cost way to test Zaptun with your playlist. If it doesn't fit, simply don't renew.
Can I use one purchase on my iPhone and iPad?
Yes. Purchases are tied to your Apple ID. Install Zaptun on your other device and tap Restore Purchases.
Does Zaptun run on Apple TV or Android?
Zaptun is currently available for iPhone and iPad. Android and Android TV versions are in development.
Does Zaptun support catch-up / timeshift?
Yes, when your provider exposes catch-up (Xtream timeshift or M3U catchup tags). Programs with catch-up are marked in the guide.
Your playlist. A better player.
Install Zaptun, paste your playlist and watch. No sign-up, no ads, nothing to configure on a server.
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