Dispatcharr is a self-hosted service for organizing, proxying, and monitoring IPTV streams along with EPG (TV guide) data. It focuses on improving stream reliability and managing playlists and VOD libraries in a single web interface.

Key Features

M3U playlist import, filtering, grouping, and failover handling
XMLTV EPG ingestion with automatic channel-to-program matching
Proxy streaming engine to reduce upstream provider connections and optimize bandwidth
Real-time statistics dashboard for stream health and client activity
VOD management for movies and TV series with metadata-focused organization
Outputs designed for broad client compatibility, including M3U and XMLTV
Optional Streamlink and FFmpeg-backed workflows for flexible stream handling

Use Cases

Centralize IPTV playlists and EPG data for use with media players and server ecosystems
Improve reliability by proxying streams and monitoring availability and client usage
Organize IPTV VOD catalogs (movies/series) for easier browsing and playback

Limitations and Considerations

The project is in beta, so features and behavior may change and stability can vary
Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0, which restricts commercial use

Dispatcharr fits homelabs and media setups that want more control over IPTV sources, EPG quality, and stream reliability. It combines playlist/guide management with monitoring and compatibility-focused outputs for downstream clients.