The base web address or IP address of the media server, including the specific port number (e.g., http://example.com:8080 ). Username: A unique identifier assigned to the user account.
An (Xtream Codes Application Programming Interface) playlist link is a specialized URL format used to stream Live TV, Video on Demand (VOD), and TV series on IPTV players. Unlike traditional M3U files that pack thousands of channel links into one massive text file, an XC API link acts as a direct communication bridge between your IPTV player and the provider's server.
Because XC API links grant direct access to streaming data, protecting your connection credentials prevents service interruptions and account suspension.
Almost all modern IPTV players feature an "Xtream Codes API" or "XC API" login option. Select this, and you'll be presented with fields to input your Portal URL, Username, and Password. You can typically name the playlist for easy identification.
If you only have a long M3U URL, you can usually extract the XC API details from it. A typical M3U URL looks like this: http://my-iptv.url
Xtream Codes API Documentation (GitHub) — Detailed list of player_api.php actions.
GET /api/v1/playlists/share/share_token
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