Why TikTok on Xiaomi TV is convenient
TikTok short videos are no longer just mobile entertainment, and watching them on the big screen of Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV or Mi Box is a new level of comfort: no squinting into the small screen of a smartphone, the ability to gather the whole family in front of the TV and enjoy content with quality sound. But here's the problem: the official TikTok app for Android TV is not on Google Play on most models. Why?
The thing is, the platform itself is limited: TikTok prefers mobile devices and doesn’t optimize the app for TVs. However, that doesn’t mean that installation is impossible! In this article, we’ll look at three working ways to launch TikTok on Xiaomi TV in 2026, including bypassing restrictions through third-party APKs, screen-miraring, and even the official (but hidden) path for some regions.
Before you start, check:
- 📺 TV model: Mi fit TV 4/4A/4S/5/5X, Redmi Smart TV (2020 The year and later, as well as the consoles Mi Box S and Mi Box 4K. Old models (up to) 2019 (b) may not support the installation APK.
- 🔄 Android version TV: Android 9.0 is required for minimum APK) Android 10+ (for screen-miraring from the phone. Check in Settings → On TV.
- 🌍 Google Account Region: If your Xiaomi TV linked to an account in the US or Europe, the chances of finding TikTok in the Play Market are higher.
Method 1: Install TikTok via Google Play (officially, but not for everyone)
The easiest way is to download the app directly from Google Play, but it only works for TVs in the US, Canada, or some European countries. If your Xiaomi TV is originally purchased in Russia or the CIS, this method probably won't work.
How to check TikTok availability in the Play Market on your TV:
- Open Google Play on your TV.
- In the search bar, type TikTok.
- If the app appears in the results, feel free to install. If it doesn't, read on.
If TikTok is not displayed, try changing the Google account region:
Create a new Google account with the US region (via phone or PC)| Sign in to this account on Xiaomi TV | Open Google Play and check for TikTok | Install the app and return to your main account (the app will remain)
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⚠️ Note: Changing your Google account region may result in loss of access to previously purchased movies or apps in your primary account.
If TikTok doesn't appear after the region changes, move on to the next one. Your Xiaomi TV model is probably not officially supported.
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Official installation via Google Play is the safest method, but only works for TVs in the US/Europe region.
Method 2: Install TikTok through APK-File (for experienced users)
If Google Play doesn’t offer TikTok, you’ll have to manually install it through the APK-This method requires the development mode to be enabled and the application installation permission from unknown sources is allowed. TV Redmi Smart TV Android 9.0+.
Step-by-step:
- Download. APK-TikTok file for Android TV: 🔗 Use verified sources, such as APKMirror (look for TikTok for Android version) TV). 🚫 Avoid sites with suspicious domains (e.g.,.xyz,.top) – they often spread viruses.
- Move it. APK TV: 📁 Save the file to the flash drive (FAT32) And plug her in. USB-television-port. 🌐 Or download. APK Directly to the TV via the browser (e.g. Mi Browser).
- Enable installation from unknown sources: Go to Settings → Apps → Security. Activate Unknown Sources (or Install Unknown Apps for Newer Android TV Versions).
Install APK.
- Open the File Manager (or ES Explorer if installed).
- Find the downloaded APK and start the installation.
Once installed, TikTok will appear in the app menu, but be prepared for possible problems:
- 🔄 The application can work unstable (departures, lags) - this is due to the lack of official optimization for the application. TV.
- 📱 The interface is not adapted for the remote – for navigation you may need Air Mouse or a mouse connection via Bluetooth.
- 🔒 Updates will have to be installed manually (automated updates through the Play Market will not work).
⚠️ Attention: Installation APK Check the hash file before installing it (for example, via VirusTotal) and turn off the Internet on the TV during the first run to avoid automatically downloading malicious content.
How to check for viruses APK?
Method 3: Broadcast TikTok from phone to TV (screen-miraring)
If the first two methods didn’t work or seem too complicated, use screen-miraring, which is a universal way that works on any Xiaomi TV, including the old ones (such as the Mi TV 3).
Connection options:
| Method | Requirements | Pluses | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miracast (Wi-Fi Direct) | Android 5.0+, Miracast support on TV | Low latency, no router required | Can brake at weak signal |
| Google Cast (Chromecast) | Television and phone in the same Wi-Fi network | Stable connection, 4K support | Depends on the speed of the Internet |
| USB-debugging (scrcpy) | PC, USB cable, enabled debugging over USB | Minimal latency, running without Wi-Fi | Complicated setup requires PC |
The easiest way to do this is to use Google Cast:
- Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- On your TV, open the Google Cast app (or Miracast if you don't have one).
- On the phone, open TikTok, tap the broadcast icon (📺) top-right.
- Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list of devices.
If the broadcast is slow:
- 📶 Reconnect to Wi-Fi at 5GHz (if the router supports Wi-Fi).
- 🔋 Close the background apps on your phone.
- 🎚️ In the broadcast settings, select permission 720p instead 1080p.
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If you have an iPhone, use AirPlay instead of Google Cast. To do this, you need to install the AirScreen app from Google Play on your Xiaomi TV.
Problem Solving: TikTok does not run or works with errors
Even after a successful TikTok installation on Xiaomi TV, there may be failures. Let’s look at the typical errors and how to fix them.
Problem 1: The app closes immediately after launch
- 🔄 Reinstall. APK (Download another version from APKMirror).
- 🧹 Clear the app's cache: Settings → Annexes → TikTok → Clear the cache.
- 🔒 Check if Internet access is allowed: Settings → Network → Applicants' authorizations.
Problem 2: No sound in the video
- 🔊 Check the volume on the TV and in TikTok itself.
- 🎧 Connect external speakers or sound bar – sometimes a problem in TV audio drivers.
- 🔄 Reboot the TV: Settings → Reboot.
Problem 3: Videos slow down or don't load
- 📶 Check the Internet speed (minimum 10 Mbps for the HD).
- 🔄 In TikTok settings, turn off Autoplay and HD-quality.
- 🛠️ Update the TV firmware: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
⚠️ Attention: If after installation APK The TV is warming up or slowing down, uninstall the app and check it for viruses. Some modified versions of TikTok contain mining scripts that load the TV's processor.
Xiaomi TV’s TikTok Alternatives: What to Watch When Nothing Works
If none of these things worked, don't worry! Xiaomi TV has a lot of alternative short video apps:
- 🎬 YouTube Shorts – built into the official YouTube app (available on Google Play).
- 📺 Kwai – Chinese equivalent of TikTok, optimized for Android TV.
- 🎵 Triller – less content, but there are Russian-language bloggers.
- 🌍 Likee – supports TV streaming via Google Cast.
You can also use browser versions of social networks:
- Open the Mi Browser on the TV.
- Go to tiktok.com.
- Sign in to your account and turn on the Desktop version (if you have such an option).
The disadvantage of the browser version is the inconvenient control from the remote. Solution: connect a Bluetooth keyboard or use the TV Bro app (from Google Play), which emulates a touchpad on the TV screen.
Security and privacy: how to protect data when using TikTok on TV
TikTok collects a lot of data about users, and using the app on your TV is no exception.
1. Privacy settings in TikTok
- 🔒 Turn off Personalized Ads in your account settings.
- 📍 Disable access to geolocation: Settings → Confidentiality → geodata.
- 👤 Set your account to Private if you don’t want your activity tracked.
2.Safety of Xiaomi TV
- 🛡️ Disable unnecessary permissions for TikTok: Settings → Annexes → TikTok → Permits.
- 🔄 Clean the app cache regularly (once a week).
- 🔒 Install. PIN-code for settings to prevent children from changing security settings.
Additional measures
- 🌐 Use it. VPN (For example, ProtonVPN or Windscribe for masking IP-address.
- 📱 Do not sign in to TikTok through an account linked to your primary mail or phone number (get a separate email).
⚠️ Note: If you install TikTok through APK, Check if the application is requesting suspicious permissions (e.g. access to the app) SMS The official application of such authorizations does not require!