TiviMate Install Guide: Firestick and Android TV (2026)

To complete a TiviMate install on a Firestick, open the Downloader app, enter code 272483, and install the APK — TiviMate is not on the Amazon App Store, so this sideload step is required. On Android TV boxes, skip all of that and just search “TiviMate” directly in the Google Play Store.

This guide covers the full installation process only: enabling sideloading, getting the correct APK, installing TiviMate Premium, and fixing the installation errors people run into most. If TiviMate is already installed and you need help adding a playlist, EPG, or Xtream Codes login, use our companion guide instead: How to Set Up TiviMate on Amazon Fire TV Stick (that guide picks up exactly where this one ends).

Instructions below apply to every current Fire TV device — Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV Stick 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube — plus a separate, simpler path for Android TV boxes and Google TV devices at the end.

What TiviMate Is (and Why You Still Need an IPTV Subscription)

TiviMate is an IPTV player app — it displays live channels, video-on-demand, and program guides, but it has no content of its own. To actually watch anything after installing it, you need a separate IPTV subscription that gives you an M3U playlist URL or Xtream Codes login. Revo IPTV supports both connection methods and is tested specifically against TiviMate, and you can confirm compatibility first with a 24-hour free trial before paying for anything.

As of the current release (version 5.3.3), TiviMate ships as a free base app plus an optional Premium unlock: $4.99/year (up to 5 devices) or $19.99 for a lifetime license. Premium is not required to install and start watching, but most IPTV users buy it quickly because the free tier caps you to one playlist with no recording or catch-up support.

Part 1: Enable Sideloading on Firestick

Amazon blocks app installs from outside its own store by default. You only need to do this once — it stays on until you manually turn it off.

1. Press the Home button on your Fire TV remote.
2. Open Settings (the gear icon, far right of the top menu).
3. Select My Fire TV (on some units this is labeled Device).
4. Select Developer Options.
5. Turn on Apps from Unknown Sources (newer firmware labels this Install Unknown Apps and asks you to pick an app — choose Downloader once it’s installed in Part 2).

If you don’t see Developer Options at all, back out to My Fire TV > About and click your Fire TV’s device name seven times. This unlocks the Developer Options menu on newer Fire OS builds before you can toggle sideloading.

Part 2: Install the Downloader App

Downloader, by AFTVnews, is a free sideloading browser available directly in the Amazon App Store. It is the standard tool the IPTV community uses because it turns a numeric code into a direct APK fetch — no typing long URLs.

1. From the Fire TV home screen, select Find > Search.
2. Type Downloader and select the orange icon from the results.
3. Select Get (or Download) and wait roughly 30 seconds for it to install.
4. Open Downloader once installation finishes.

Part 3: TiviMate Install via Downloader (Fire TV / Firestick)

This is the actual TiviMate install step. Use the official numeric Downloader code rather than a third-party URL — codes route through Downloader’s own code-resolution service and are less likely to break when a site changes its link structure.

1. In Downloader, select the URL field.
2. Type the code 272483 and select Go.
3. Downloader fetches the current TiviMate APK (around 15–20 MB) automatically.
4. When the download finishes, select Install.
5. Wait for the “App Installed” confirmation, then select Done — not Open, so you can clean up first.
6. Select Delete to remove the leftover APK file. Fire TV devices have limited internal storage, and stale APKs are a common cause of sluggish performance over time.

To pin TiviMate to your home row for faster access: press and hold Home, open Apps, highlight TiviMate, press the Options button (three horizontal lines) on the remote, and choose Move.

TiviMate Install on Android TV and Google TV Boxes

Android TV boxes (Nvidia Shield, Mi Box, Chromecast with Google TV, most branded Android boxes) include the Play Store, so this is a one-step install with none of the sideloading steps above:

1. Open the Google Play Store on the device.
2. Search for TiviMate IPTV Player — look for the orange-and-white TV-shaped icon by developer Artem Nekrasov, listed on the Google Play Store.
3. Select Install and wait for it to download (Play Store handles future updates automatically, unlike the sideloaded Firestick version).

If TiviMate doesn’t appear in the Play Store on your specific box (some budget Android TV boxes ship with a restricted store listing), install Downloader from the Play Store instead and use the same code, 272483, to sideload it.

TiviMate Premium: Purchase and Activate

Premium cannot be bought inside the Fire TV app itself — Amazon doesn’t allow in-app purchases in sideloaded apps, so TiviMate routes purchases through a separate Android companion app.

Step 1 — Buy Premium via TiviMate Companion

1. On any Android phone, tablet, or Android TV box with Play Store access, install TiviMate Companion.
2. Open it, tap Account, then Sign Up to create a TiviMate account.
3. Log in and buy either 1-year Premium ($4.99) or Lifetime Premium ($19.99) via Google Pay.
4. Save the account email and password — you’ll enter them on the Fire TV app next.

No Android device on hand? Install the BlueStacks Android emulator on a Windows or Mac computer and run TiviMate Companion through it to complete the purchase.

Step 2 — Activate Premium on Fire TV

1. Open TiviMate on your Firestick.
2. Try any Premium feature (e.g., Recordings) — TiviMate will prompt an unlock screen.
3. Press Next through the feature overview, then select Account.
4. Enter your TiviMate Companion email and password and select Log In.
5. Premium unlocks immediately across that device.

Premium covers up to 5 devices on one account — repeat the main install on each Fire TV/Android TV device and log in with the same credentials; you only pay once.

Fixing Common TiviMate Install Errors

Most install failures come down to one of five causes. Check these before assuming the APK itself is broken.

If none of that resolves it, fully restart the Fire TV device (Settings > My Fire TV > Restart) and repeat the Downloader steps from scratch — a clean reboot clears whatever process was holding the failed install.

Is TiviMate Safe to Install?

Yes — TiviMate itself is a legitimate, actively maintained player app, distributed on Google Play for Android TV and via direct APK for Fire TV, and it carries no malware flags on standard AV scans. Be aware that several copycat sites and app clones use the TiviMate name to sell fake “subscriptions” — TiviMate never sells channels or content itself, only the player and its optional Premium feature unlock. Only download the APK through the official Downloader code above or the Play Store listing, not from unrelated third-party “TiviMate IPTV” websites offering a bundled subscription.

Next Step: Connect Your IPTV Service

Once the TiviMate install and Premium activation are done, the only thing left is adding your channels. Follow our full walkthrough — How to Set Up TiviMate on Amazon Fire TV Stick — which covers entering your M3U playlist or Xtream Codes credentials and configuring the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) correctly. For other devices, browse the RevoIPTV tutorials hub, and compare TiviMate against other options on our compatible IPTV apps page.

Don’t have an IPTV subscription yet? Start a free 24-hour Revo IPTV trial — it connects to TiviMate instantly via M3U or Xtream Codes, and if you manage channels for friends or clients, check our reseller packages.

FAQ

What is the TiviMate Downloader code?

The official code is 272483. Enter it in the Downloader app’s URL field on Firestick or Android TV and select Go to fetch the current TiviMate APK directly.

Why can’t I find TiviMate in the Amazon App Store?

TiviMate has never been submitted to the Amazon App Store, so Fire TV devices can only get it by sideloading the APK through Downloader. Android TV boxes with Google Play access can install it directly with no sideloading needed.

Is TiviMate free to install?

Yes. Installing the app is free and lets you add one playlist and watch live channels immediately. TiviMate Premium (from $4.99/year) is a separate, optional purchase that unlocks recordings, multiple playlists, and catch-up TV.

Why does my TiviMate install fail on Firestick?

The most common causes are Apps from Unknown Sources still being disabled, a weak internet connection during download, or low storage space. Recheck Developer Options, confirm your network connection, and clear space before retrying.

Can I install TiviMate on more than one device?

Yes. Install it the same way on each Fire TV or Android TV device you own. TiviMate Premium covers up to 5 devices under a single account, so you only need to buy it once and log in on each one.

Do I need a VPN to install TiviMate?

No. A VPN isn’t required to install TiviMate itself — it’s a legitimate app available via Play Store or direct APK. Some IPTV users run a VPN afterward for privacy while streaming, but it has no bearing on the install process.