How to Subscribe UK IPTV

This guide walks you through choosing and installing IPTV services on any device. We’ll focus on providers like Elitnes.com and IPTVHUP.uk, both of which emphasize easy setup and customer support. IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) lets you stream live UK TV channels (news, sports, entertainment) and on-demand movies/series over the Internet instead of traditional broadcast. Elitnes and IPTVHUP offer broad UK channel packages – for example, Elitnes boasts a “wide selection of British IPTV channels” including live sports and blockbusters. Both providers highlight fast activation and support (Elitnes provides step-by-step device guides, IPTVHUP offers 24/7 WhatsApp/email support). In short, these services aim to make IPTV setup simple so you can start watching UK TV easily.

Choosing Your Plan of UK IPTV

Channels & Content

When picking a plan, look at what channels and content you get. Elitnes focuses on UK and international channels – its site notes you get your “favorite UK TV channels,” including entertainment, news and live sports. It even offers specialized sports and British channel packages so fans don’t miss the big games. IPTVHUP.COM provides an extremely large lineup: their homepage advertises over 50,000+ channels worldwide (including UK, regional and global feeds). They refresh their lineup daily, with thousands of on-demand movies and series. In practice, both services cover major UK channels (BBC, ITV, Sky, etc.) and a wide range of international content. You’ll likely find hundreds of UK channels plus extras like kids’ TV, music, news and sports wherever you subscribe.

Pricing & Trials 

Prices are typically around £10–£15 per month. For example, IPTVHUP.COM’s basic 1-month plan is £9.99 (with 19,000+ channels and 67,000+ VOD titles). Elitnes has similar pricing; one-month subscriptions run around £9.99 as well. Crucially, both providers let you try before you buy. Elitnes even advertises a “Free IPTV UK” deal (sports package) at £0.00 so you can preview the service at no cost. IPTVHUP.COM’s site features a “Try First” WhatsApp link – messaging them lets you request a free trial or demo backed by their support team. The idea is you can test the channels risk-free: contact Elitnes at +44 7308 161748 (or visit Elitnes.com) and use IPTVHUP,UK’s WhatsApp link (on IPTVHUP.uk) to arrange your trial. Both providers highlight these offers explicitly, encouraging you to take advantage of a trial period before committing.

Support & Compatibility

Finally, ensure the service works on all your devices and that help is available. Elitnes explicitly states its IPTV works across Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, FireStick and more. Every order comes with detailed setup instructions for each platform and a support team on standby. Likewise, IPTVHUP.UK promises “All devices compatibility” (smart TVs, Android boxes, Amazon Fire devices, MAG boxes, etc.) and boasts 24/7 support. In short, whether you have a Samsung/LG Smart TV, an Android phone, or a Fire TV stick, check that the provider supplies an app or setup guide for it. With both companies, you can also reach out via phone or WhatsApp if you run into issues.

Installing IPTV Apps on Smart TVs

IPTV Smarters Pro

A popular approach on Samsung or LG TVs is to use IPTV Smarters Pro. This app is a powerful, user-friendly IPTV player designed for live TV, movies, and catchup.

• Samsung TV: Press the Smart Hub (app launcher) on your remote, search for “IPTV Smarters Pro,” and install it.
• LG TV: Press the Home button, open the LG Content Store, search for “IPTV Smarters Pro,” and install it.
  After installing, launch Smarters. Choose the “Xtream Codes API” login (or similar) and enter the Username, Password, and Portal URL provided by your IPTV subscription. (Elitnes, for example, tells users to use the URL http://cf.hi-ott.me when logging in.) Once logged in, you’ll see the channel list and on-demand content in the app’s menu.

Flix IPTV / Smart IPTV

As an alternative, you can use Flix IPTV or Smart IPTV apps on smart TVs:

• Flix IPTV: Available on Samsung, LG, Android TV and Fire TV (via sideload). It does not provide content itself – you must add your M3U playlist from the provider. Install Flix from your TV’s app store. When you first open it, note the MAC address shown. Then, on a computer or phone, visit flixiptvpro.net/activation. Enter the Flix MAC address and your subscription’s M3U link, and click Send. Finally, restart the Flix app on your TV. The channel list will load automatically. (If needed, Elitnes has screenshots of this process on their site.)
• Smart IPTV (Smart STB): This is a common app on Samsung/LG that also requires MAC activation. The process is similar: install the Smart IPTV app, find your TV’s MAC address in its settings, then register that MAC on the Smart IPTV website to activate your service.

These apps (Flix or Smart IPTV) let you manage your subscription through a web portal, much like Smarters, by linking your service via a playlist or MAC address.

Key Tips: Make sure to install the correct version of any app for your TV model. Some older TVs (armv7 vs armv8 vs q) need specific builds. Use the tutorial images on the providers’ sites if you get stuck. And remember that some smart TV apps (like Smart IPTV) may require a one-time activation fee – check if your chosen app is free or paid before setting it up.

Setting Up IPTV on Mobile & Tablets

Android

On Android phones and tablets, download an IPTV player from the Google Play Store. Good choices include IPTV Smarters Pro, TiviMate, XCIPTV, Perfect Player, etc. (Elitnes specifically recommends Smarters and TiviMate.) After installing your chosen app, do the following:

1. Get your playlist: Copy the M3U URL or obtain the login details (username/password/portal) that your IPTV provider (Elitnes or IPTVHUP) emailed you.
2. Open the app: Launch the IPTV player and look for “Add User” or “Add Playlist” in its menu.
3. Enter subscription info: Paste the M3U URL, or enter the username, password and portal as prompted.
4. Load channels: The app will pull in your channel list. You can then browse and watch live TV or on-demand content.

With IPTV Smarters and similar apps, you’ll typically select “Login with Xtream Codes API” and enter your credentials. Once done, the channels appear in the app. (As one guide explains, after you paste the M3U link, “Once the playlist is loaded, you can begin browsing channels”.)

iOS (iPhone/iPad)

For iOS devices, use an IPTV player from the App Store. IPTV Smarters Pro and GSE Smart IPTV are popular options. The setup is similar to Android:

1. Download the app: Install IPTV Smarters or GSE from the App Store.
2. Get your M3U link: Use the link or credentials supplied by your provider.
3. Add the playlist: Open the app and tap “Add Playlist” or “Add M3U URL.”
4. Enter the URL: Paste your M3U link into the field.
5. Watch: The app will load the channels, letting you stream live TV on your iPhone/iPad.

Most IPTV apps on iOS behave the same way as on Android. Entering the provided M3U URL in the app’s playlist settings will populate your channels.

Setting Up IPTV on Streaming Devices

FireStick/Android TV Boxes

For Amazon Fire TV Stick or Android TV boxes, the setup is similar to Android: install an IPTV app and log in. If the app isn’t in the store, you may need to sideload it:

• Enable third-party apps: On FireStick go to Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options and turn on Apps from Unknown Sources (if using the Downloader app to sideload).
• Install via Store or Downloader: If IPTV Smarters is available in your device’s app store, simply download it and log in as above. Otherwise, use the Downloader app. For example, IPTVHUP provides a custom “4K VIP” app optimized for their service. Using Downloader, you would enter the code or URL they specify (e.g. enter 510994 or https://2u.pw/hgf in Downloader’s browser) to download the APK. Once downloaded, click Install.
• Login: After installing, open the app and enter your IPTV subscription’s username and password when prompted. The app will then fetch your channels.

Elitnes notes that their service works on FireStick and Android-based boxes, and their tutorials cover it. IPTVHUP’s 4K VIP app (for FireStick) is specifically configured for their servers to ensure a “smooth experience and reliable connection,” which means that just installing and logging in should work without any extra tweaks.

MAG Boxes and Others

If you have a MAG set-top box, you can usually use the built-in portal system. On a MAG (250/254/256, etc.) box: go to Settings → System settings → Servers → Portals. Enter any name you like for Portal 1 name, and in Portal 1 URL paste the portal URL given by your IPTV provide. (For Elitnes, you send them your box’s MAC address; they will activate your account remotely and email you the exact URL to put in that field.) After saving and rebooting the box, the IPTV channels should appear in the MAG interface.

Many other devices can use a generic approach: for example, on a PC or Android box you could open VLC Media Player, select “Open Network Stream,” and paste the M3U link from your provider. That will play your IPTV channels just like video streams. The exact method depends on your hardware, but in all cases you need to point your device’s IPTV app or media player to the M3U playlist or portal URL given by Elitnes/IPTVHUP.

Popular IPTV Players to Use

There are several apps that IPTV users commonly choose:

• IPTV Smarters Pro: An extremely popular and easy-to-use player across all devices. It’s designed for live TV, VOD and series on Smart TVs, mobiles and more. Its intuitive interface and compatibility (even listing “All devices” in its info) make it a go-to choice.
• Flix IPTV: A stable Smart TV app (available on Samsung, LG, Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV). Flix offers many features: you can change the look with different themes or 17 language options. It supports external players (you can set VLC or MX Player as the default on Android/iOS). Notably, Flix even allows subtitle customization (size, color, background) – a rare feature in IPTV apps. It also lets you create favorites lists, add multiple playlists, and hide entire categories of channels or movies for a cleaner menu.
• Smart IPTV (Smart STB): Often used on Samsung/LG TVs, this app requires registering your TV’s MAC on the Smart IPTV website. Once done, your subscription’s M3U link is loaded. (Flix IPTV’s description even notes that it is “like Smart IPTV but more stable”.)
• XCIPTV, GSE Smart IPTV, TiviMate: These are other well-known players for Android and iOS. They offer similar functionality to Smarters, with varying interfaces and EPG (TV guide) layouts. (Elitnes specifically mentions TiviMate and GSE as options for Android and iOS setup)

Key features: Look for players that support multiple playlists and electronic program guides (EPG), and that allow customization. For example, Flix IPTV’s guide mentions using MX Player/VLC as external decoders, customizing subtitles, and hiding categories/favorites. In general, the more features (EPG, catch-up, subtitle settings, external players) an app offers, the more you can tailor your experience.

Free Trials and “Try First” Offers

Both Elitnes and IPTVHUP encourage you to try before you subscribe. On Elitnes.com, the “Free IPTV UK Subscription” product (priced £0.00) gives you access to British sports channels and other content without charge. Essentially, you can register for the free plan and watch the service for as long as you like, with full support from Elitnes. Just call them at +44 7308 161748 or use their contact form to activate the free subscription.

On IPTVHUP.uk, clicking the “Try First” WhatsApp link connects you to their team instantly. You can message them to request a trial or demo. Because IPTVHUP highlights “24/7 customer support” on WhatsApp and email they’ll promptly set you up with trial credentials or guide you through activation. These no-risk offers mean you can see if the service works for you before paying.

Call to Action: To get started, reach out! Contact Elitnes (visit elitnes.com or call +44 7308 161748 as advertised on their site). For IPTVHUP, go to iptvhup.uk and click the “Try First” WhatsApp button to message their support team. Mention that you’d like a trial activation. Their 24/7 support can answer any questions and ensure you begin streaming without hassle.

Tips for Best Streaming Experience

• Use a stable connection: IPTV needs decent bandwidth. For best results, use a wired Ethernet connection or strong Wi-Fi network (5GHz if available). This helps avoid buffering on live channels.
• Reliable hardware: Use a relatively modern device. An up-to-date Smart TV, Android box or FireStick will handle HD streams smoothly. Older devices may struggle with high-bitrate channels. Make sure your device’s software is current so that the IPTV app runs properly.
• Keep apps updated: Install the latest version of your IPTV player. Updates often fix bugs and improve compatibility, especially after provider-side changes.
• Organize content: Many IPTV apps let you filter what you see. For example, Flix IPTV allows hiding entire channel categories (sports, radio, etc.) and marking favorites. Use these features to declutter the interface. Setting favorites or focusing on genres you like can make navigation quicker.
• Backup plans: If one player doesn’t work on your device, try another. For instance, if Smarters or Flix has issues, apps like XCIPTV or GSE Smart IPTV often work just as well. Having two app options can help troubleshoot on any given device.

Supported Features: Good IPTV apps support multiple playlist entries, EPG (TV guide), parental controls, and subtitles. Check if your chosen app and provider support EPG data for UK channels. Also note that some third-party players can accept “Xtream Codes” logins (username/password/URL) or direct M3U playlist links – use whichever your provider supplies.

Conclusion

Subscribing to a IPTV UK service like Elitnes.com or IPTVHUP.uk opens up a world of content – hundreds of live channels and on-demand programs at your fingertips. With devices from smart TVs to phones and FireSticks, the setup is straightforward using apps like IPTV Smarters Pro or Flix IPTV. Both Elitnes and IPTVHUP emphasize quality: Elitnes markets itself as the “#1 Best IPTV UK Provider”, while IPTVHUP boasts daily channel updates and a community of over 2,100 UK users enjoying their service. By signing up or at least claiming a free trial (Elitnes’s free sports plan or IPTVHUP’s WhatsApp trial), you can explore their offerings firsthand. We encourage you to take advantage of these trial options today – visit the providers’ sites, follow the setup steps above, and start enjoying seamless UK TV streaming at home. It’s a great time to cut the cord and discover all the British IPTV channels, movies and shows you love, hassle-free.