1) Prep your Firestick
- Connect Wi-Fi and sign in to your Amazon account.
- Enable installation from outside the Amazon Appstore:
- Go to Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options.
- Turn on Apps from Unknown Sources (or Install unknown apps on newer Fire OS). Developer Portal Master+1
Tip: You can review or change app permissions later in Settings → Applications → Manage Installed Applications → [App] → Permissions. Amazon
2) Install the free “Downloader” app
- From the Fire TV Find/Search menu, search Downloader.
- Choose Downloader by AFTVnews and Download/Get it. Amazon
- Open Downloader and Allow storage/network permissions if prompted. (Downloader’s purpose is to fetch APK files to your device.) Google Play+1
3) Download & install TiviMate
- In Downloader, enter a This URL “http://aftv.news/5811661” for the TiviMate APK and start the download.
- When the file finishes, choose Install.
- After install, pick Done → Delete in Downloader to remove the APK file and free space (optional).
Safety note: Only install from sources you trust. Avoid random mirrors; stick to reputable publishers.
4) Open TiviMate and add your IPTV details
- Launch TiviMate from Your Apps & Channels.
- Select Add playlist.
- Enter one of the following from your IPTV provider:
- M3U URL (playlist)
- Xtream Codes (server URL, username, password)
- Let TiviMate load channels and EPG. You’re in!
5) Enjoy
Quick troubleshooting
- “Install button is greyed out” → Toggle your Unknown Sources/Install unknown apps setting back off/on, then retry. Developer Portal Master
- Can’t find Downloader → Make sure you’re searching the Appstore and selecting the one by AFTVnews. Amazon
- No channels in TiviMate → TiviMate doesn’t supply channels; verify your playlist/Xtream Codes with your IPTV provider. Google Play
- EPG empty → In TiviMate, open Settings → TV guide and force an update (after your provider confirms EPG is included).
Best-practice tips
- Keep Fire OS updated (Settings → My Fire TV → About → Check for Updates).
- Use a strong Wi-Fi connection (5 GHz if available).
- Periodically clear cache in Settings → Applications → Manage Installed Applications → TiviMate → Clear cache. Amazon