What Stremio is (in one sentence)
Stremio is a media center that organizes movies, series, live channels, and your library in one place using catalogs and addons.
How Stremio works (simple explanation)
Stremio has three parts:
- The app (player + library + search)
- Catalogs (what you can browse)
- Addons (connect catalogs to sources and features)
Stremio itself does not “own” content. What you can watch depends on the addons you choose and the services you’re signed into.
The safe way to use Stremio
Use Stremio with:
- Official streaming services you subscribe to (where supported)
- Public domain / free-to-watch catalogs
- Your own local files (personal media library)
Avoid any addon that claims to unlock paid channels/movies for free. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
Quick setup checklist
- Create/sign in to your Stremio account
- Install Stremio on your device(s)
- Add only addons you trust and understand
- Test playback with a known-legal title
- If you hit errors, use the troubleshooting guides on this site
Helpful next steps on IPTV Guide
- Stremio player overview: Stremio review
- Device setup guides: Stremio setup guides
- Troubleshooting hub: Stremio troubleshooting