FAQ
Answers to common questions about watching live TV, listening to online radio, and how Famelack protects your privacy.
General
What is Famelack?
Famelack is a free website for watching live TV and listening to online radio from around the world directly in your browser.
You can explore channels and stations by country, category, or on the interactive 3D globe, with no account, no signup, and no ads.
Is Famelack free to use?
Yes. Famelack is completely free. There is no subscription, no account, and no ads.
Does Famelack host the streams?
No. Famelack does not host or upload any video or audio streams. We link to publicly available streams and play them in your browser.
Is Famelack legal and safe?
Famelack links to publicly available streams and does not host any video or audio content itself. We use HTTPS to protect your connection. For copyright and takedown details, please see the Legal Disclaimer in the About section.
How does Famelack protect my privacy?
Famelack does not require an account, does not show ads, and does not use third-party tracking services. Your favorite channels and stations are stored locally in your own browser.
TV
How can I watch world TV channels for free?
Select a country on the 3D globe or use the country list, then choose a live channel in the sidebar. No account, no signup, and no ads.
Where can I watch live TV for free online?
On Famelack.com. We bring together publicly available TV channels from around the world in one place. Pick a country or category and start watching instantly.
What is IPTV?
IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) means watching TV over the internet instead of through cable or satellite. Famelack helps you discover publicly available IPTV streams so you can watch live channels directly in your browser.
How do you select TV channels for Famelack?
Our TV channel sources are primarily based on the IPTV-org community on GitHub. We also apply our own checks, such as HTTPS and embedding requirements, and remove links when necessary.
Can I suggest a TV channel to be added?
Yes. You can suggest TV channels directly to the IPTV-org team on GitHub. They maintain the main public directory used as a source for Famelack.
How often is the TV channel list updated?
The underlying source lists are updated regularly by the community, and Famelack automatically reflects these updates.
Why are some IPTV channels not available on Famelack?
We only list channels that meet our technical and security requirements, including HTTPS and embedding support. If a stream does not meet these requirements, it may not appear on Famelack.
Are there geographic restrictions on TV channels?
Yes. Some channels are licensed for specific regions and may be unavailable outside certain countries. A globe lock icon may appear to indicate regional restrictions.
How can I report a problem with a TV channel?
If a channel is temporarily unavailable, please try again later. If the problem continues, you can report it to the IPTV-org team on GitHub.
Radio
Where can I listen to online radio from around the world?
On Famelack.com. Switch to Radio mode, choose a country or category, and press play. No account, no signup, and no ads.
Why does a radio station sometimes not work?
Some stations may go offline, be temporarily unavailable, or be restricted to certain regions. If a station does not work, try another one or check back later. Our directory is refreshed and validated regularly.
Can I suggest a radio station or report a broken one?
Yes. Please send the station name and link to [email protected].