What is HbbTV?

Bring interactive TV to life without the technical headaches

HbbTV is the fastest way to make your broadcast content more interactive, connected, and engaging, directly on the viewer’s TV screen. But turning that idea into a reliable, certified app that works across countless TV models? That’s where most projects get stuck.

We help broadcasters, content owners and platform providers build HbbTV apps that just work – no surprises, no compatibility issues, no endless testing cycles.

What we do

We provide complete HbbTV app development from concept to certification:

End-to-end design, development and testing

Support for HbbTV 1.5, 2.0.x and newer versions

Device compatibility testing in our in-house Smart TV & HbbTV Lab

Seamless integration with your broadcast, OTT and backend systems

UI/UX designed specifically for remote control navigation and TV interfaces

Certification, technical support and updates after launch

Quick troubleshooting and support

Integration with advertising platforms

Key features of the HbbTV Standard

Business-neutral, open technology platform

Combines broadcast and broadband content seamlessly

HTML5 and JavaScript based, with integration of DRM

Supports terrestrial, satellite, and cable networks

How does HbbTV work from the user perspective?

Why HbbTV still matters

Millions of TVs in Europe support HbbTV, yet many apps fail to meet expectations – they struggle with compatibility, poor performance, or confusing interfaces. Our job is to help you avoid those risks entirely.

We focus on building HbbTV apps that are reliable, easy to navigate and designed to keep your viewers engaged – not just apps that pass certification, but ones that work where it really matters: in your audience’s living room.

Benefits of HbbTV App Development

Access to millions of devices

More engaged viewers

Extended monetisation options

No need for additional devices

Smooth integration with broadcast and OTT systems

Competitive advantage

Future-proof technology

Faster time to market

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    FAQ

    HbbTV is a standard, but device behaviour still varies by brand, model and software version. That’s why we always test apps on real devices, across different generations of Smart TVs, to make sure your app works reliably for your audience.

    We work with HbbTV 1.5, 2.0.x and newer versions. If your project targets a specific market or broadcaster requirement, we’ll help you choose the right technical approach.

    You can provide interactive overlays, catch-up TV, video on demand, real-time information, targeted ads, or hybrid broadcast/OTT services – all accessible directly through the TV screen.

    No. If the viewer’s TV supports HbbTV (and most modern TVs in Europe do), they can access your app with a standard remote – no additional devices or downloads required.

    Yes. We can connect your HbbTV app to your current backend, content management system, or streaming infrastructure. We make sure your broadcast and OTT services work together, so viewers get a seamless experience.