How to Install and Configure Xtream-Proxy on Ubuntu 22.04

Xtream-Proxy is a lightweight proxy solution for IPTV that allows you to control and optimize streaming traffic. Follow these steps to install and configure Xtream-Proxy on Ubuntu 22.04.

Step 1: Update System Packages

Before installing Xtream-Proxy, update your system packages:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Ensure that Git is installed on your system:

sudo apt install git -y

Step 3: Clone Xtream-Proxy Repository

Download the Xtream-Proxy source code from GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/xtreamui/Xtream-Proxy.git

Navigate to the Xtream-Proxy directory:

cd Xtream-Proxy

Step 4: Install Xtream-Proxy

Run the installation script:

chmod +x install.sh
sudo ./install.sh

Step 5: Configure Xtream-Proxy

Edit the configuration file to customize your proxy settings:

sudo nano /etc/xtream-ui/config.php

Ensure the TVHEADEND_IP is set correctly to your server's IP:

define('TVHEADEND_IP', '127.0.0.1');

Step 6: Start Xtream-Proxy Service

After configuring, restart the Xtream-Proxy service:

sudo systemctl restart xtream-proxy

Step 7: Access Xtream-Proxy

Xtream-Proxy runs on port 8000 by default. You can access it via:

http://your-server-ip:8000

Step 8: Update IPTV Links

Modify your IPTV links to use Xtream-Proxy. Instead of:

http://your-server-ip:9981/playlist

Use:

http://your-server-ip:8000/playlist

Conclusion

You have successfully installed and configured Xtream-Proxy on Ubuntu 22.04. Now, all IPTV traffic will be routed through the proxy, improving control and efficiency.