How to Install Lemon TV
Detailed step-by-step instructions for getting our open-source, ad-free video player running on your operating system.
Windows Setup Guide
- 1.
Download the installer
Navigate to our Windows download page and download the latest `.exe` installer.
- 2.
Run the executable
Locate `Lemon.TV_x64-setup.exe` in your Downloads folder and double click it. If Windows SmartScreen prompts "Windows protected your PC", click "More info" and then "Run anyway".
- 3.
Finish installation
Follow the installation wizard. Once complete, you'll find Lemon TV in your Start Menu.
macOS Setup Guide
- 1.
Choose your architecture
Go to the macOS download page. Select `aarch64` for Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) or `x64` for Intel Macs.
- 2.
Extract the app
Double click the downloaded `.tar.gz` file. The Archive Utility will extract it and produce `Lemon TV.app`.
- 3.
Move to Applications
Drag `Lemon TV.app` into your Applications folder.
- 4.
Bypass Gatekeeper
Because it's downloaded from the internet, you may need to Right-Click the app in Finder and select "Open" the very first time instead of double-clicking.
Linux Setup Guide (AppImage)
- 1.
Download the AppImage
Head to the Linux download page and save the `.AppImage` file.
- 2.
Make it executable
Open your terminal and run:
chmod +x Lemon.TV_*_amd64.AppImage - 3.
Run the app
Execute the file directly from the terminal or double click it in your file manager.
Android Setup Guide (APK)
- 1.
Download the APK
Open this website on your mobile device, go to the Android download page, and tap download.
- 2.
Grant install permissions
When opening the APK, Android will warn you about installing unknown apps. Go to Settings and enable "Allow from this source" for your browser.
- 3.
Install
Go back and complete the installation. You will now see the Lemon TV icon in your app drawer.