Combine your IPTV playlists in minutes using free online tools, open-source software, or a simple text editor. No credit card, no account, no hassle.
IPTV users often collect multiple playlists for different reasons. Here's why merging them into one file makes sense.
Got a main list and a backup from another provider? Merge both so you never lose access if one goes down.
Combine a general entertainment list with a dedicated sports pack so all channels live in one interface.
Add local or regional channel lists to your main US/UK lineup for full coverage of your home area.
One combined M3U file means a single URL to load in TiviMate, IPTV Smarters, or any player — fewer headaches.
Choose the method that works best for you — from zero-code online tools to full control with open-source software.
No installation required — works in your browser
Several web-based tools let you upload or paste multiple M3U URLs and download a single merged playlist. They're the fastest option for most users.
Full control — run on your own server or local machine
If you prefer self-hosting, open-source M3U merge tools give you complete control over the process. No data ever leaves your network.
No tools, no websites — just Notepad or any code editor
M3U files are plain text. You can open multiple playlists side by side and manually combine them. Best for small files or when you want fine-grained control.
Simply copy all #EXTINF: lines and their URLs from each file into one document. Keep the #EXTM3U header only at the top once.
We'll use strim.plis.dev as an example, but the flow is nearly identical on any M3U merger site.
Navigate to strim.plis.dev in any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. No account or download required.
Paste the full M3U URLs (one per line) into the input field. These can be HTTP links to live playlists or local file paths if the tool supports file upload.
Select how you want duplicates handled — by channel name, by URL, or smart mode (removes exact duplicates while keeping similar channels from different sources).
Hit the merge button. Processing typically takes a few seconds. The tool combines all playlists, removes duplicates based on your setting, and preserves group tags and EPG data.
Download the resulting M3U file. Save it to your device or upload it to a cloud server. Copy the new URL into TiviMate, IPTV Smarters, or your preferred IPTV player and enjoy all channels in one list.
Merging playlists creates duplicates. Here's how to handle them.
Removes channels with identical names. If two playlists both contain "CNN US," only one entry is kept. Useful when the same channel appears in multiple sources.
Removes channels with identical stream URLs. Even if the names differ, if the URL matches, the duplicate is dropped. Best for eliminating dead or redundant streams.
Combines both methods. Removes exact duplicates by URL, keeps uniquely named channels, and prefers the highest-quality source when multiple entries are found for the same channel.
tvg-id, tvg-name, and group-title tags. Your EPG (electronic program guide) data will continue to work as long as the tvg-id values remain intact after the merge.
#EXTM3U, then lists each channel with an #EXTINF: line (containing metadata like name, tvg-id, and group) followed by the stream URL on the next line. It's human-readable and editable in any text editor.
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