# Genova - IPTV Player > Bring Your Own Source player. Compatible with M3U, EPG, search, multi-source. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.genova.player](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.genova.player) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.genova.player` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Main Thread Apps - **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT - **Downloads:** 313 - **Version:** 0.16.24 - **Last updated:** 2026-10-18 - **First published:** 2026-05-24 - **Publisher country:** FR - **Size:** 76 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-10-28 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.genova.player) - **Website:** [https://mainthreadapps.com](https://mainthreadapps.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://mainthreadapps.com/genovaiptv/privacy-policy](https://mainthreadapps.com/genovaiptv/privacy-policy) ## Description 🎬 Genova IPTV - Your next-generation IPTV player

Genova IPTV is a "Bring Your Own Source" player: modern and intuitive, it connects to the streaming sources you already own and organizes their content with a sleek, ergonomic interface. Genova does not provide, activate, or preset any provider, channel, or content by default — you plug in your own source.

✨ KEY FEATURES

⚙️ Managing your sources
• Full support for M3U/M3U8 playlists (playlist URL)
• Connect to compatible streaming services using standard credentials (username, password, server URL)
• Simple management of multiple IPTV sources at once
• Built-in connection test to validate your configurations
• Organize and enable/disable your providers

📺 Program guide (EPG)
• View the program information provided by your sources
• Clear navigation by categories defined by your provider
• Logos and information displayed as transmitted by your sources

🔍 Universal search
• Real-time search across your providers' content
• Filter by category
• Instant, relevant results

🎨 Modern, intuitive interface
• Material 3 design for an optimal user experience
• Navigation optimized for Android with a bottom navigation bar
• Built-in dark theme for optimal visual comfort
• Clean, ergonomic interface
• Compatible with smartphone, tablet, and Android TV

🔒 Respecting your privacy
• Your data is stored locally on your device
• No ad tracking or personal data collection, only technical data to fix bugs
• 100% free app for all core features
• Full control over your sources and content

🚀 GETTING STARTED

1. Download Genova IPTV from the Play Store
2. Add your source in Settings > Providers
• Enter your M3U/M3U8 playlist URL or your compatible service credentials
• Genova automatically organizes the content provided by your source
3. Explore and play the content from your sources

💡 COMPATIBILITY

Genova IPTV is compatible with:
• M3U and M3U8 playlists
• Streaming services compatible with standard market APIs
• Public and private sources you already own

📱 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher
• Stable internet connection recommended for streaming

⚠️ IMPORTANT - THINGS TO KNOW

Genova IPTV is a PLAYER ONLY, with no preloaded provider, channel, or content. The app does not provide, host, or resell any streaming content or service. Genova is a technical connection and organization tool built on a "Bring Your Own Source" model: you must have your own legitimate sources (M3U playlists, subscriptions to a compatible service, etc.) to use the app.

The app respects copyright and applicable laws. It is your entire responsibility to ensure you hold the legal rights to access the content streamed by your sources.

🔧 SUPPORT AND HELP

If you run into issues or have questions:
• Check the user documentation
• Contact us at contact@mainthreadapps.com
• Report bugs via GitHub Issues

🎯 WHY CHOOSE GENOVA?

• Modern, intuitive interface
• Performance optimized for Android
• Compatible with all major IPTV formats
• Free and ad-free for core features
• Actively developed with regular updates

Join the Genova IPTV community and discover a new way to organize your favorite IPTV sources!

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Note: This app requires a legitimate IPTV source to work. Genova is not responsible for the content streamed through your sources. ## Rankings - #1,614,893 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.genova.player.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` ## Similar extensions and apps - [Genie Player](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.agatearchtechnologies.genieplayer) — 393 users - [IPTVGenios](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.iptv.genios) — 20 users - [Igniva IPTV Player: M3U](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.igniva.player.mobile) — 6 users - [Player NextGen](https://chrome-stats.com/d/systems.leal.iptv) — 48 users - [GeniusTV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.geniustv.app) — 168 users - [IPTV Smart Player: M3U](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.iptvsmart.playerm3u) — 278 users - [Nova IPTV Player](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.novaiptviptv.player) — 299 users - [DGN TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dgntv.app) — 365 users - [IPTV - IPTV live TV player](https://chrome-stats.com/d/cloud.iothub.iptv) — 1,260 users - [Watch More: IPTV Player](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.devdad.watchmore) — 232 users - [IPTV Player M3U8 Xtream EPG](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xx.iptv_player) — 31,299 users, 3.22 / 5 - [IPTV Viona Player](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vionaplayer.iptv) — 1,394 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.genova.player)