Bit TV _ BitTV APK, Live TV, Movies & Sports

BitTV is a free Android app for watching live TV channels, movies, series and sports in one place. It is made by Duktek Digital TV, the current version is v2.1.8, updated on 12 November 2026, and you will not find it on Google Play. People install it as an APK file on Android phones, Android TV boxes and Amazon FireStick. The app is especially popular in Indonesia, and it is known for a clean, simple screen and a big mix of channels from Southeast Asia and beyond.

Quick facts

App name: BitTV (often written Bit TV)
Latest version: v2.1.8
Last updated: 12 November 2026
Developer: Duktek Digital TV
Platform: Android phones and tablets, Android TV, FireStick (sideloaded)
Price: Free
Google Play: Not listed. APK install only
Size: Small. Recent builds are around 8 MB

What BitTV does

BitTV pulls live channels and an on-demand library into one app, so you do not jump between five different players. You open it, pick a channel or search for a title, and start watching. The search works by movie or series title and by actor name, and you can filter the library by genre, release year or popularity. That sounds basic, but it is the main reason people stick with it: finding something to watch takes seconds, not ten minutes of scrolling.

The library mixes new and trending titles with older favourites. Recent versions added thousands of new titles, from South Korean dramas and Indonesian movies to European web series, Japanese anime and Hollywood films. If you want the full picture of what changed in the newest build, read our rundown of BitTV v2.1.8 and what the latest version brings.

Features people actually use

200+ live TV channels grouped by category, so news, entertainment and kids channels are easy to find.
A dedicated Sports TV section with sports channels from around the world, which is how many FireStick owners found the app.
Subtitle customisation in newer versions, so you can adjust subtitle display to your liking.
Smart search and filters by title, actor, genre, year and popularity.
Recommendations based on what is trending and newly added.
A small, light app that runs fine on cheap phones and TV sticks without eating storage.
A clean interface that works well with a TV remote, not just a touchscreen.

Channels and content

The channel list leans international. You get channels from Malaysia, Singapore, Japan and South Korea, plus Brazil and Australia, and the on-demand side adds content from the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Thailand and China. In practice that means live news and entertainment from Southeast Asia, a strong sports section, and a movie and series library that is heavy on Korean drama, Indonesian films and anime. Channel line-ups change over time, and some channels come and go, which is normal for an app of this type.

BitTV on FireStick and Android TV

A lot of BitTV viewing happens on a TV, not a phone. On FireStick, people install the app with the Downloader app, using Downloader code 5213135, then open it like any other app on the home screen. Android TV and Google TV boxes follow the same idea: allow installs from unknown sources, load the APK, and sign in is not needed because there is no account system. We walk through every step, including the settings you need to change first, in our FireStick and Android TV install walkthrough.

Is BitTV safe and legal?

Be straight with yourself about two things. First, BitTV is not on Google Play, so Google has not reviewed it, and there is no official BitTV website. That means copycat sites appear with names like "official BitTV download", and some of them bundle junk or ask for payment for an app that is free. Never pay for BitTV, and never type card details into a page that claims to sell it. Second, the app streams channels and shows, and whether a given stream is licensed in your country is not always clear. Rules differ by country, and the choice of what to watch is yours. This site does not host the app and does not link to APK files. Our download page explains what to watch out for before you install anything.

When BitTV stops working

The usual problems are familiar: a channel that will not load, buffering on live sports, the app closing on open, or subtitles that do not match. Most of them are fixed by clearing the cache, checking your connection, updating to the latest version, or reinstalling cleanly. Server-side problems also happen, and those you just have to wait out. We collected the fixes that actually work in our BitTV not working fixes page.

FAQ

Is BitTV really free?

Yes. The app is free to use. If any website asks you to pay for BitTV itself, close the page. That is not the real thing.

Why is BitTV not on Google Play?

The developer distributes it as an APK outside the Play Store. That is also why you should be careful where you get it from, and why this site does not provide download links.

What is the latest BitTV version?

v2.1.8, updated on 12 November 2026. Older versions like v2.1.7 (October 2026) and v2.1.5 still float around download sites, but the newest build carries the latest channel and library updates.

Does BitTV work on iPhone?

No. BitTV is an Android APK. There is no iOS version, so any "BitTV for iPhone" page is fake.

Do I need an account or a VPN?

No account is needed. Some people use a VPN because certain channels are geo-restricted, but the app itself works without one.

The short version

BitTV is a small, free Android streaming app with a big channel list and a growing movie and series library. It is not perfect, it is not official-store software, and you should treat unofficial copies with care. If you already use it, keep it updated to v2.1.8. If you are deciding, read the safety notes on our download page first, then make your call.