How to Sideload Apps on Samsung Tizen TV
Complete guide to installing third-party apps on Samsung Tizen Smart TVs using Tizen Studio.
How to Sideload Apps on Samsung Tizen TV
Samsung Tizen TVs have a limited app store compared to Android TV. Sideloading allows you to install apps not available in the official Samsung store.
Requirements
- Samsung Tizen Smart TV (2016 or newer)
- Windows PC or Mac on the same network
- Tizen Studio installed on your computer
- Samsung developer account (free)
Setting Up Your Development Environment
Install Tizen Studio
Download Tizen Studio from the Samsung developer portal:
# For macOS
brew install --cask tizen-studio
# For Windows - download from developer.tizen.org
# Run the installer and select "TV Extensions"
Enable Developer Mode on TV
- Open the Apps panel on your Samsung TV
- Enter 12345 on your remote — a dialog box will appear
- Toggle Developer Mode to ON
- Enter your computer's IP address
- Restart the TV
Sideloading Process
Connect Tizen Studio to Your TV
# Find your TV's IP address (Settings > Network > Network Status)
# In Tizen Studio Device Manager, click "Remote Device Manager"
# Add your TV's IP address and click Connect
sdb connect <TV_IP_ADDRESS>
sdb devices # Verify connection
Install a .wgt Package
# Install a Tizen widget package
tizen install -n app_name.wgt -t <DEVICE_NAME>
# Or using sdb directly
sdb install app_name.wgt
Building from Source
If you have a Tizen project source:
# Navigate to project directory
cd /path/to/tizen-app
# Build the project
tizen build-web
# Package as .wgt
tizen package -t wgt -o ./output
# Install
tizen install -n output/app.wgt
Popular Sideloadable Apps
| App | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|
| SmartIPTV | IPTV player | GitHub |
| OTTPlayer | Multi-format player | ottplayer.es |
| WebOS/Tizen IPTV | M3U playlist player | GitHub |
Troubleshooting
- Certificate Error: Generate a new author certificate in Tizen Studio under Tools > Certificate Manager
- Connection Refused: Ensure both devices are on the same network and developer mode is enabled
- App Crashes: Check the app is built for the correct Tizen version (check TV model year)
Frequently Asked Questions
Will sideloaded apps update automatically?
No, sideloaded apps do not update through the Samsung store. You need to manually download and reinstall newer versions.
Can Samsung block sideloaded apps?
Samsung can revoke developer certificates during firmware updates, which may remove sideloaded apps. Keep backup copies of your .wgt files.
Is sideloading safe?
Only install apps from trusted sources. Sideloaded apps bypass Samsung store security checks, so verify the developer and source code when possible.
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