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Fix buffering or freezing

The picture stops, stutters or keeps loading.

About 5 minutes5 steps

You'll need

  • The device you watch on
  1. 1

    Test the speed on the device itself

    IPTV needs at least 30 Mbps reaching your TV or box — not just your phone. Open the browser on that device, go to fast.com and check the result.

  2. 2

    Use a cable if you can

    Connect the TV or box to your router with an Ethernet cable. Condo and apartment Wi-Fi is often the real cause of buffering.

  3. 3

    Restart everything

    Turn off your router and your device for 30 seconds, then turn them back on.

  4. 4

    Try a recommended app

    We see the best results with IPTV Smarters Pro and STB Emulator Pro. Older apps can struggle.

  5. 5

    Check your device

    Old boxes, older MAG models and some sticks don't have enough memory for thousands of channels in 4K. Try an HD channel, or upgrade to a box like the XTV Air Pro.