"Which webOS version do I have?" is one of the first questions when you want to put an app on an LG television. The answer also tells you the year of your TV, which helps when you compare it with an LG webOS IPTV app listing. There are two reliable ways to find it: read it on screen, or decode the model code. This page shows both and lists the webOS releases by year.
Method 1: read it on the TV
- Press the Settings button on the remote. It usually shows a gear icon.
- Open All Settings.
- Select General.
- Scroll to About This TV. You will see the model name, the software version and the webOS TV version.
If menu names look slightly different, the item you want is the one that shows the model name and system information. Software updates are available in the same area, so check for one before you install anything.
Method 2: decode the model code
The model code is printed on a sticker on the back of the TV and on the box. For OLED sets, the digit after the series letter is the year: OLED55C1 is 2021, C2 is 2022, C3 is 2023 and C4 is 2024. For other families the model year is also encoded, and LG's own support pages list the details. When in doubt, use the on-screen method.
webOS version by year
| Model year | webOS version |
|---|---|
| 2018 | webOS 4.0 |
| 2019 | webOS 4.5 |
| 2020 | webOS 5.0 |
| 2021 | webOS 6.0 |
| 2022 | webOS 22 |
| 2023 | webOS 23 |
| 2024 | webOS 24 |
| 2025 | webOS 25 |
Note that LG changed its naming after 2021: the version number now follows the year instead of a decimal. The table shows the version a set normally ships with; your screen shows what is installed now.
What this means for the IPTV app
We do not publish a minimum webOS version for QwertyPlayer, because the LG Content Store decides which models can install an app. The practical test is simple: open the store, search for "QwertyPlayer" and see whether it is listed. If it shows up, your model is supported. If it does not, update the TV software, restart and search again.
Install steps in brief
- Home, then LG Content Store, then Apps.
- Search for the app name and press Install.
- Open it from the launcher and add your playlist with the Connect to TV page.
Details for the main series are on the OLED page and the QNED, NanoCell and UHD page.
Old model with no app?
Televisions from the earlier years of webOS may not list the app. That is not a fault. A Fire TV Stick or a Google TV device (see the Chromecast with Google TV article) gives an older screen a current app platform for a small cost. The webOS overview lists other brands that use the same system, and the general LG guide collects the basics.
Keeping the TV updated
Updates improve stability and sometimes fix app problems. Leave the TV connected to the internet, accept updates when offered and do not unplug it during installation. If an app behaves oddly after an update, restart the TV and then open the app again.
QwertyPlayer is only a player and does not provide content. You add your own M3U link or Xtream Codes account and are responsible for the right to watch what you play.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check the webOS version on my LG TV?
Press Settings, open All Settings, then General and About This TV. The screen shows the model name and the webOS version.
How can I tell the year of an LG OLED?
In a code like OLED55C2, the digit after the series letter is the year for 2021 onwards. C2 is 2022 and C3 is 2023.
Which webOS version does a 2021 LG TV have?
A 2021 model ships with webOS 6.0. From 2022 the numbers follow the year, such as webOS 22 and webOS 23.
Which webOS version do I need for QwertyPlayer?
We do not state a minimum. If the app appears in the LG Content Store on your TV, your model is supported.
Does updating the TV help?
Updates can improve stability. Check About This TV for the latest software and install it before troubleshooting an app.
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