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IPTV EPG Explained: TV Guide & Catch-Up TV

5 min read · Updated June 2026

If you’ve seen the term EPG while setting up IPTV, you might be wondering what it does. The EPG and Catch-Up TV are two features that make IPTV feel just like premium cable — here’s how they work.

What is an EPG?

EPG stands for Electronic Program Guide. It’s the on-screen TV guide that shows you what’s on now and what’s coming up on every channel, so you can browse and plan your viewing just like a cable guide.

What is Catch-Up TV?

Catch-Up TV lets you go back and watch programs that already aired — perfect for a game or show you missed. With Besti IPTV, supported channels keep several days of programming available to rewatch on demand.

How to enable the EPG

  • Open your IPTV player’s settings and turn on the EPG
  • Let the guide data load (it updates automatically)
  • Browse by channel or category and set favourites

Together, the EPG and Catch-Up TV turn IPTV into a complete, cable-like experience. Try Besti IPTV free and see the full guide in action.

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