diff --git a/FAQ.md b/FAQ.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..5255803e4 --- /dev/null +++ b/FAQ.md @@ -0,0 +1,40 @@ +# Frequently Asked Questions + +- [Does the channel need to be FTA to be included in the playlists?](#Does-the-channel-need-to-be-FTA-to-be-included-in-the-playlists) +- [Does the channel need to be FTA to be included in the playlists?](#Can-I-add-a-FTA-channel-that-broadcasts-PPV-events-or-pay-programming) + + +## Does the channel need to be FTA to be included in the playlists? +No, as some come from satellite services or freely accessible websites. We recommend tagging [Geo-blocked] if it is only accessible in a certain country. + +## Can I add a FTA channel that broadcasts PPV events or pay programming? +Perhaps. Consider that owners can ban the broadcast of PPV events, and even DCMA takedowns. Check if this channel is in the blocklist from the repository database. + +## Why is recommended the "playlist.m3u" or "index.m3u" at the end of the url? +These files use adaptive resolution, which avoids dependence on tokens or temporal files. + +## Why don't we accept XStreamCode in streams? +XStreamCode contains code that could be malicious to users. + +## Is possible to add streams from Youtube, Dailymotion or Twitch? +Yes. + +(the answer is yes, when it is not geolocalized and the initial url is fullspeed.tv) + +## Is it possible to add audio-only streams, like FM radio? +(no) +## Why are there some ids with call sign (WATB-TV.us) and others with alphanumeric id (Mychannel.us)? +(perhaps due of how the broadcasting behave in DTTV, analog TV or web stream) +## There are source for verify call sign and coverage area for some TV stations? +FCCData for US, Canada, Mexico UK, Austrailia and Japan. +## Why some stream have empty id? +(because their entries are not registered in the database) +## What is a "daily update" and what is the benefit of this check? +(A "daily update" is a frequent revision that ensures which streams are working, as well as showing technical details in the API) +## Is it possible to view channels directly from the site? +(no, because this option generates confusion by offering the playlists only for public access with the entire list of channels accessible on other websites) +## What happens when a channel is labeled NSFW and does NSFW apply if there is adult programming? +## Do I have to pay to use this list? +(no) +## Are you planning to include a VOD of the programs broadcast on this playlist? +(no)