Last updated: October 2026
45 safe, legal apps for Google TV
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This is the GTV Tricks app library: the utilities, media players, launchers and streaming apps worth installing on a Google TV device, all in one place. Bookmark this page, as we update it whenever apps change.
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🔧 Essential Utilities
DDownloaderFree
TV browser and file downloader. The standard tool for opening download links and installing APK files on Google TV.
AAPKMirror InstallerFree
Installs .apkm app bundles. You need it for any APK link below that ends in .apkm.
XX-plore File ManagerFree + Pro
Dual-pane file manager. Clean out leftover APK files and free up storage.
TTV BroFree
A web browser built for TV remotes, with simple D-pad navigation.
BBrave BrowserFree
Privacy-focused browser with built-in ad and tracker blocking.
WWeb Video CasterFree + Premium
Cast videos from websites and your phone to your Google TV.
SSideload LauncherFree
Opens apps that don’t appear on the Google TV home screen after you install them.
LLaunch on BootFree
Automatically opens your chosen app when the TV turns on.
🔒 Security & Privacy Tools
VVirusTotal MobileFree
Checks the apps installed on your device against dozens of antivirus engines.
NNetGuardFree + Pro
No-root firewall that lets you block internet access for individual apps.
🏠 Home Screen Launchers
PProjectivy LauncherFree + Pro
An ad-free, fully customizable home screen for Google TV.
WWolf LauncherFree
A lightweight launcher with a clean app grid and no promoted content.
🎬 Media Players
VVLCFree
Plays almost any video or audio file, from local storage or your home network.
KKodiFree
Open-source media center for organizing and playing your own movie, TV and music library.
JJust PlayerFree
Lightweight video player with wide audio codec support, including DTS and TrueHD.
MMX PlayerFree
Popular video player with subtitle support and hardware acceleration.
📺 IPTV Players
TTiviMateFree + Premium
A TV-style IPTV player with a full program guide. Works with a playlist from your own provider.
OOTT NavigatorFree + Premium
Feature-rich IPTV player with catch-up support for providers that offer it.
TTelevizoFree + Premium
Simple IPTV player that handles multiple M3U and Xtream Codes playlists.
IIPTV Smarters ProFree
Popular IPTV player for live TV, movies and series from your provider.
🆓 Free Streaming Apps
PPluto TVFree
Hundreds of free live channels and on-demand titles, supported by ads.
TTubiFree
Thousands of free movies and shows on demand, supported by ads.
TThe Roku ChannelFree
Free live TV channels, movies and original shows. No Roku device needed.
XXumo PlayFree
Free on-demand movies and series plus live channels across many genres.
DDistro TVFree
Free live channels from around the world, including news and entertainment.
HHaystack NewsFree
Personalized news from local and national sources, with live news channels.
⭐ Streaming Services
NNetflixSubscription
Movies, series and originals. Usually preinstalled on Google TV.
DDisney+Subscription
Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic in one app.
HHuluSubscription
Current TV seasons, originals and films (US only).
PPeacockSubscription
NBC and Bravo shows, movies, and live sports and events.
PParamount+Subscription
CBS shows, Paramount movies and live sports.
MMagellan TVSubscription
Ad-free documentaries on history, science, nature and space.
📡 Live TV Services
SSling TVSubscription
Flexible live TV packages with news, sports and entertainment channels.
FFuboSubscription
Sports-focused live TV with local and regional sports networks.
PPhiloSubscription
Budget live TV with entertainment and lifestyle channels.
⚽ Sports Apps
EESPNFree + Subscription
Live events, studio shows and highlights. Some content needs a subscription.
DDAZNSubscription
Live boxing, football and other sports, depending on your country.
FF1 TVSubscription
Every Formula 1 session live or on demand, with onboard cameras.
FFloSportsSubscription
Live high school, college and pro events across niche sports.
NNFLFree + Subscription
NFL news and highlights, with live games through NFL+.
CCBS SportsFree
Live CBS Sports HQ coverage, scores and highlights.
🛡️ VPN Apps
SSurfshark VPNPaidTop Pick
Our recommended VPN for Google TV. Unlimited devices and a dedicated TV app.
PProton VPNFree + Paid
Privacy-focused VPN with a free plan and no data limits.
NNordVPNPaid
Large server network with a native Android TV app.
EExpressVPNPaid
Fast VPN with a simple, remote-friendly TV app.
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App availability, prices and regions can change. Streaming services still need your own subscription or account. IPTV players do not include any channels; use them only with a playlist from a licensed provider. GTV Tricks is not affiliated with Google or these developers. Some links are affiliate links, see our Affiliate Disclosure.
