How to install Tik Tok on Xiaomi TV: official and alternative ways

The social network TikTok has long ceased to be exclusively mobile app — its content looks great on the big screen. TV 4S/5X/6 Pro and others often face a problem: the application is not in the official Google Play store for Android. TV. The reasons are rooted in Google’s policies and platform limitations, but they can be circumvented.

In this article, we will discuss all working ways to install TikTok on Xiaomi TV — From official (if available for your model) to alternative methods APK-We will focus on avoiding the “App is not compatible with your device” error that occurs in 80% of users, and learn how to manage the application from the remote, connect an account and avoid problems with updates.

We warn you right away that not all methods are equally safe. APK Unverified sources may lead to TikTok account blocking or TV outages, and we recommend starting with the official methods and then moving to alternative ones.

1. Compatibility Check: Does your Xiaomi support TV TikTok officially officially?

Before you try to install the app, make sure your TV model theoretically supports TikTok for Android. TV. The official application is available only for devices with:

• 📺 Android TV 9.0+ (Most Xiaomi models of 2020 and newer)
• 🔍 Google Play Certification (checked in settings: Settings) → On TV. → Certification status)
• 📱 Google Play Services (if not, TikTok will not work even after installation)

To determine the compatibility:

1. Open the Google Play Store on your TV.
2. In the search bar, type TikTok.
3. If the app appears in the results, but when you click "Install" there is an error - your TV is partially compatible (solved by workarounds).
4. If TikTok is not at all, your model is not officially supported (you will have to use it). APK).

For reference: below is the compatibility table of popular Xiaomi models TV with the official TikTok app (data as of June 2026):

⚠️ Note: If your TV is powered by PatchWall (a Xiaomi branded shell), but not certified by Google, install TikTok via the app. APK This may result in other applications (e.g. Netflix or YouTube) being disabled, and alternative methods are recommended (see Section 4).

2. Method 1: Install TikTok via Google Play (officially)

If you have a Xiaomi model TV supports TikTok officially, the installation process is as simple as possible:

1. Turn on the TV and connect to the Internet (preferably via cable for stability).
2. Open the Google Play Store (the icon on the home screen or in the app menu).
3. In the search bar, type TikTok and select the official app from TikTok Pte. Ltd.
4. Click Install and wait for the download to be completed.

If after clicking "Install" there is an error "Device is not compatible", try:

Reset the Google Play cache (Settings) → Annexes → Google Play → Warehouse → Clear the cache)

Change the region of your Google account to the United States or the United Kingdom (in your account settings)

Update Google Play Services to the latest version (manually via APKMirror)

Use it. VPN (For example, ProtonVPN when installed-->

After successful installation:

• 🎮 Run TikTok from the home screen or through the app menu.
• 🔑 Sign in to your account (can be scanned) QR-phonecode).
• ⚙️ In the application settings, enable Autoplay and HD-quality for comfortable viewing.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with remotes without a microphone, voice search in TikTok will not work. For comments and likes, use the TikTok app on your smartphone as a remote (connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network).

3. Method 2: Install TikTok through APK-file (for non-conscientious models)

If your TV doesn’t officially support TikTok, the only way is manual installation. APK-This method works on Mi. TV 4S/5X and other models with Android TV 8.1+, but it requires caution.

Step-by-step:

1. Download. APK: Go to APKMirror from your computer or phone. Search TikTok Android. TV and select the latest version (e.g. 30.1.4). armeabi-v7a or arm64-v8a (Xiaomi TV fit).
2. Move it. APK on TV: Copy the file to a flash drive (format) FAT32) And plug her in. USB-Or download the TV. APK Directly to the TV via the browser (if supported).

Allow installation from unknown sources:

Settings → Security and Restrictions → Unknown Sources → Enable for File Manager

Set the APK:

• Open the file manager on the TV.
• Find the downloaded APK and start the installation.
• Confirm permissions (access to storage, microphone, network).

Possible problems and solutions:

• 🚫 "Application not installed" → Remove the old version of TikTok (if any) or check the integrity APK.
• 🔄 "TikTok stopped" → Clear the app cache in the settings or restart the TV.
• 🔒 "No access to the account" → Update Google Play Services through APK.

⚠️ Attention: Installation APK from unverified sources can lead to data leakage or blocking of TikTok account.Always download files only from APKMirror or APKPure and check hash amounts of files.

Method 3: Alternative methods (Mi Share, mirroring, TV-boxing)

If the installation is APK Failed or do not want to take risks, consider alternative options:

Screen mirroring from your phone (Mi Share/Google Cast)

The safest way is to stream TikTok from your phone to your TV:

• 📱 On Xiaomi phone, turn on Mi Share (Settings) → Connection and sharing → Mi Share).
• 📺 On the TV, open Mi Screen Sharing (in the app menu).
• 🔗 Connect devices to a single Wi-Fi network and select a TV from the list of available screens.
• 🎥 Run TikTok on your phone – the image will be duplicated on TV.

Cons of the method: image delay (~1-2 second), discharge of the phone, inability to use the phone for other tasks.

4.2. Connecting the external TV-Boxing (Fire Stick, Mi Box)

If your TV doesn't pull TikTok, but it has free HDMI-port, buy Android TV-Boxing (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Box S or Amazon Fire) TV Stick):

• 🔌 Connect the box to HDMI-television-port.
• 📶 Connect to Wi-Fi and sign in to your Google account.
• 📥 Install TikTok from Google Play on boxing.
• 🎮 Control from the boxing remote or through the Mi Remote app.

Pros: stable operation, access to all TikTok features, the ability to install other applications (Disney)+, Twitch and others.).

4.3. Using a browser (web version of TikTok)

If nothing helps, open the web version of TikTok via your browser on your TV:

1. Launch the browser (or install Google Chrome through the browser) APK).
2. Go to tiktok.com.
3. Log in to your account and turn on the "For desktop PC" mode (in the browser menu).

Restrictions: No notifications, no video downloads, some features (e.g. duets) are not available.

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If TikTok video is slowing down when mirroring the screen, reduce the broadcast quality in Mi Share settings or use a cable. HDMI instead of Wi-Fi (if the phone supports the output of the image) USB-C).

5. Set up TikTok on Xiaomi TV post-installation

After successful installation of TikTok, you will need additional configuration for comfortable use:

Control from the remote

By default, Xiaomi remote TV It's not optimized for TikTok. To make navigation easier:

• 🎮 Use the direction buttons to scroll the tape.
• 👍 Press. OK (central button) for like/comment.
• 🔍 The Microphone button (if any) opens the search.
• 🔙 The back button returns to the previous menu.

For convenience, you can connect a game controller via Bluetooth (for example, Xiaomi Gamepad) or use a remote app on a smartphone (for example, Mi Remote).

5.2 Video optimization

To make sure that TikTok videos are clearly displayed:

• 📺 In the settings of the TV, turn on Movie Mode (Settings) → Picture → Image mode).
• 🔊 In TikTok settings, select Video Quality: Auto (HD).
• 🔄 If the video slows down, turn off Autoplay in the application settings.

5.3 Account login

To enter your profile:

1. Open TikTok on your TV.
2. Choose Enter. → Use it. QR-code.
3. On the phone, open TikTok, click on QR-scanner (upper right corner) and scan the code from the TV screen.

Important: If you have two-factor authentication enabled, you will need to enter a code from SMS or an authenticator application.

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Once you log in to your TV account, all activities (likes, comments, subscriptions) will sync with the mobile version. However, some features (such as live streams) may be limited to Android. TV.

6. Frequent errors and their solutions

When installing and using TikTok on Xiaomi TV And the problem is that users are facing typical problems:

If none of the solutions worked, try:

• 🔄 Reset the TikTok settings (Settings) → Annexes → TikTok → Warehouse → Clear the data).
• 📥 Reinstall the application (remove and reinstall).
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware (Settings) → On TV. → Updating the system).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with Amlogic processors (e.g. Mi) TV 4S) TikTok may not work properly due to lack of power, in which case we recommend using an external one. TV-boxing (section 4.2).

7.Security: How not to run into viruses and blockages

Installing applications from unverified sources always involves risks, to avoid problems:

• 🛡️ Download. APK only from verified sites: APKMirror, APKPure or APKCombo.
• 🔍 Check the hash sums of files: APKMirror is listed next to each download SHA-1 — Compare it to what you have (you can check it through the Hash Droid app on your phone).
• 🚫 Do not install modified versions of TikTok: they can lead to a ban of the account for the use of unofficial customers.
• 🔄 Regularly update the app: outdated versions of TikTok may contain vulnerabilities.

Signs of an infected APK:

• 📥 Application asks permissions to SMS, Calls or Access for special features.
• 💰 Advertisements outside of TikTok (e.g. in other apps).
• 🔋 The TV starts to slow down or overheat.

If you suspect you have a virus:

1. Delete TikTok immediately.
2. Scan your TV with an antivirus (e.g. Malwarebytes for Android) TV).
3. Reset the TV to factory settings (Settings) → On TV. → Reset).

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Before installation APK Backup your TV settings: Go to Settings → Accounts and synchronization → Backup and save data to Xiaomi cloud.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions