Apple TV

Streaming deviceRecommended

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Owncasts for tvOS

Recommended

EasyVery reliable

Use the native Owncasts for tvOS app to browse the Owncast directory or connect directly to your own server.

• Best experience if you primarily watch Owncast streams.
• Simple interface with directory browsing built in.
• No casting or mirroring required.

Show step-by-step instructions

1. Open the App Store on your Apple TV.
2. Search for Owncasts and install the app.
3. Launch Owncasts for tvOS.
4. Browse the directory or add your Owncast server URL in settings.
5. Select a stream and start watching.

VLC for tvOS

IntermediateVery reliable

Use VLC to open your Owncast URL directly as a network stream.

• Good if you already use VLC on other devices.
• Works with the main Owncast page URL or direct HLS URL.

Show step-by-step instructions

1. Install VLC from the tvOS App Store.
2. Open VLC and navigate to Network Stream.
3. Enter your Owncast URL (for example https://watch.yourserver.tld).
4. Select the stream and start playback.

AirPlay from iPhone or iPad

EasyVery reliable

Play the Owncast stream on your iPhone/iPad and AirPlay to your Apple TV.

• Great if you primarily watch on your phone but want to send it to TV occasionally.
• No extra tvOS apps required.

Show step-by-step instructions

1. Open the Owncast stream in a browser on iOS or iPadOS. Alternatively open using the Owncasts iOS app.
2. Start playback.
3. Open Control Center and tap the AirPlay icon.
4. Select your Apple TV.

AirPlay from Mac

IntermediateVery reliable

Play the Owncast stream on your Mac and mirror or AirPlay the video to Apple TV.

• Good if you want to use your laptop to stream to your AppleTV.
• Works from Safari or screen sharing from macOS.

Show step-by-step instructions

1. Open the Owncast stream in Safari on your Mac.
2. Start playback.
3. Use the Screen Mirroring / AirPlay icon in the menu bar, or in the video player if available.
4. Select your Apple TV.

iPlayTV for tvOS

IntermediateGenerally works

Use iPlayTV to browse the Owncast directory via IPTV playlist on your Apple TV.

• Browse the entire Owncast directory directly on your TV.
• IPTV playlist support for directory integration.
• Automatic refresh of live streams.

Show step-by-step instructions

1. Install iPlayTV from the tvOS App Store.
2. Visit Settings → Edit.
3. For the M3U Playlist URL: https://directory.owncast.online/api/iptv
4. Change the Channels Refresh to the lowest value it offers.
5. Save and browse available Owncast streams.