Install your player · WhatsApp us for a one-day free trial

Reference · Players & software

App cache: IPTV reference

An app cache stores temporary or reusable data such as artwork and downloaded metadata. Clearing it is generally narrower than clearing all app data, but the exact behaviour and available controls depend on the operating system and application.

Illustrated players & software guide

What does App cache mean?

An app cache stores temporary or reusable data such as artwork and downloaded metadata. Clearing it is generally narrower than clearing all app data, but the exact behaviour and available controls depend on the operating system and application.

Why it matters

Cache cleanup does not change a server-side password or extend an account. Use it for a relevant local symptom and retest the same action afterwards. Guide data, channel lists and images can also be cached separately, so one refresh may leave another resource unchanged. Avoid treating repeated cache clearing as a substitute for diagnosing an upstream source error.

A practical example

For example, outdated channel artwork can remain while video works normally. A documented image-cache refresh is more proportionate than deleting the whole account and rebuilding favourites solely to replace a logo.

Continue reading

Related terminology: Anthology series, App data reset.

For practical setup and troubleshooting, browse the journal or support guides.

Further reading

WhatsApp support