No, IPTV and VPN are not the same. IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) is a method of streaming live TV and on-demand content over the internet. A VPN (Virtual Private Network), on the other hand, is a security tool that encrypts your internet connection and hides your IP address. However, many xtreme hd iptv users use a VPN alongside IPTV to protect their identity, bypass geo-restrictions, and avoid ISP throttling.