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Android player works on Wi-Fi but not mobile data

Practical steps, clear explanations and a useful place to start.

Review the affected app's mobile-data permissions and any manufacturer-specific data restrictions. Then compare one programme on Wi-Fi and mobile data. Keep source and account unchanged so the network comparison remains useful.

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Why this happens

Android devices can apply app-specific data controls, while the carrier connection has its own coverage and allowance. The exact settings names vary by manufacturer.

Work through the steps

  1. Open the player's app-information page.
  2. Review mobile-data and data-saving restrictions using the phone's guide.
  3. Test a known working programme with Wi-Fi disabled.
  4. Reconnect Wi-Fi and compare the same source.

What to avoid

Consider mobile data charges. Do not disable every battery or privacy setting merely because one network fails.

Know what changed

A relevant permission change should allow the same source to load over mobile data. If it still fails, record whether ordinary web access also fails on that connection.

Sources & further reading

    support.google.com · android/answer/2668665?hl=en-GB

    support.google.com · androidtv/answer/6121463?hl=en

    References describe the device or technology. They do not establish Hot IPTV content availability. This guide is based on documentation; it is not a hands-on service test.

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    Published 29 October 2026 · Hot IPTV editorial team · How we write and update guides

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