Tired of paying for hundreds of cable channels you never watch? ZipWave TV is a faith- and family-friendly live TV streaming service that delivers a curated lineup of wholesome entertainment, trusted news, and uplifting faith programming — with a free tier that requires no account at all.^1
Founded by Michael Carswell and based in Sheridan, Wyoming, ZipWave launched in summer 2024 and has steadily expanded to 38+ channels.^2 The premium lineup carries family favorites like INSP, Great American Family, Game Show Network, and FETV alongside faith broadcasters including Daystar Television, EWTN, NRBTV, World Harvest Television, and Being Catholic TV.^3 News viewers get Newsmax, Real America's Voice, WeatherNation, and NHK World-Japan. Select channels include cloud DVR, 72-hour catch-up, and program restart features.^3
What sets ZipWave apart is its free viewing option — no credit card, no sign-up — where anyone can sample channels like Daystar, BYUtv, JLTV, NRB TV, and Impact Television directly from their browser.^4 Premium subscriptions start at an affordable monthly rate and are also available through select internet providers and mobile carriers as bundled offerings.^5
Beyond its streaming service, ZipWave LLC provides consulting to broadcasters worldwide, helping channels reach audiences across cable, satellite, IPTV, FAST platforms, and OTT ecosystems on every continent.^1
ZipWave TV works on Roku, Google TV, Apple TV, Fire TV, Samsung, LG, and as a Progressive Web App on any iOS or Android device — no app store download needed.^4
Notable- Featured on Cord Cutters News and MakeUseOf as a competitor to Frndly TV and Philo^6
- CEO Michael Carswell appeared on MediaVillage's "Tomorrow Will Be Televised" podcast in November 2024^8
- Expanded lineup throughout 2025 with new faith, news, and specialty channels^5
- ZipWave LLC also operates a global TV channel distribution consulting practice^1
