Updated: 4 September 2025

Getting Started with Liqvid in 10 Minutes

Connect your first screen, publish content, and explore the platform. Choose the flow that matches how you discovered Liqvid.
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Supported screen platforms
Install the Liqvid app on a supported screen platform to connect it to your account.
Android TV (Google Play)
Amazon Fire TV / Fire OS
Android TV boxes (APK / Google Play)
We support 16,000+ device types across 160+ countries via Google Play with automatic updates.
Not sure? See availability articles or contact us. You can also use an Android box from Amazon that meets our specs.
Choose your flow
Follow the steps below depending on how you found Liqvid.
A
Direct flow — Start from the website
Step 0 — Quick video tutorial
Watch this short tutorial to see the full Direct flow in action: creating your account, pairing a screen, and publishing your first playlist.
Prefer reading instead? Follow these steps:
  1. Create your account
    Click Start Now / Try Free and log in to the web-based control panel. The dashboard works on desktop, tablet, or mobile.
  2. Show more
  3. Explore the platform
    Use the built-in Virtual Screen to explore the platform: create media, plan it into a playlist, and publish to the Virtual Screen to preview your work. This helps you evaluate the benefits of the Liqvid digital signage platform before connecting a real screen.
    Tip: Use the Virtual Screen to validate playlists before going live.
    Tip: On Premium plans, you can upload any videos or media—no need to worry about file formats. Liqvid automatically converts them into supported media.
  4. Install Liqvid Digital Signage app on a screen
    Stand in front of your TV/screen and install the app via your TV’s Google Play Store. If the Google Play store is not available on your TVs, use USB install instructions.
  5. Pair via code / QR
    Open the Liqvid app on the TV — a one-time code or QR appears. Enter it in your Liqvid web control panel to link the device.
    Tip: For portrait displays, set orientation per screen in the web control panel. How to rotate a screen
  6. Publish your first playlist
    Upload images/videos, create a playlist, and assign it to the screen. Adjust orientation if using vertical displays.
    Tip: Group screens by location or department to assign content faster. Teams & roles · Screen folders
Time needed: ~10 minutes. You must be physically present at the screen for the first install.
B
Indirect flow — Start from your TV
Step 0 — Quick video tutorial
Check out this quick guide to view the Indirect flow process — setting up on your TV, linking it, and sending your first playlist live.
Would you rather read? Here are the steps to follow:
  1. Install on TV
    On your Android TV / Fire TV / Android box, open the store and install Liqvid Live. If your device lacks a store, use the USB/APK guide.
  2. Get the pairing code / QR
    Launch the app — your screen displays a pairing code and QR. Keep it visible.
  3. Create your account
    On any phone / tablet / PC, open live.liqvid.io and sign up.
  4. Pair your TV
    Enter the pairing code in the dashboard to link the screen to your account.
  5. Publish content (media)
    Upload media, build a playlist, and publish it live. Use scheduling to control when content plays per screen or group.
Time needed: ~10 minutes.
You must be physically present at the screen for the first install.
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Tips for smooth playback
What you can do right now:
Upload and arrange media
Build playlists, set time- and date-based schedules, and target screens or groups.
Upload media & schedule playback
Enable widgets
Use schedules, links, presentations, TV channels, and more.

Widgets in Help Center
Run third-party ads
Earn extra revenue by enabling third-party ads where applicable.
Configure ads
Learn more on the Compare plans page.
Troubleshooting tips
Countries & availability
Liqvid is available via Google Play in 160+ countries. If the store is unavailable on your device or in your country, install Liqvid Digital Signage via USB/APK. Contact us to get APK files.
See availability articles
Unsure if your device is supported?
Send us your model for advice, or pick any Android TV box meeting our specs.
Contact us
Ready to go?
Install Liqvid Live on a supported screen and pair it with your account — you’ll be live in minutes.
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