How to Cast to LG TV from iPhone or Android
You can cast compatible web videos to an LG webOS TV from your phone whether or not your LG TV has Chromecast built in. CastBrowser sends the video over DLNA — or through the CastBrowser Web Receiver in the LG TV browser — so you do not need Chrome's cast button or a Chromecast dongle. Here is the fastest way to cast to your LG TV, plus how to tell if your model supports Chromecast.
Quick answer
Some newer LG TVs support Google Cast or Chromecast, but many LG webOS TVs do not have Chromecast built in. If your LG TV does not appear in Chrome's cast menu, use an external Chromecast, cast compatible web videos with CastBrowser over DLNA, or open castb.cc in the LG TV browser and use CastBrowser Web Receiver.
Cast to your LG webOS TV free from iPhone or Android — no Chromecast needed.
How to cast to an LG TV from your phone
This is the path that works on the widest range of LG webOS TVs, including models without Chromecast built in. CastBrowser uses DLNA — the media renderer built into most LG Smart TVs — to send compatible non-DRM web videos straight to the TV's native player.
- Install CastBrowser on your iPhone or Android phone — it is free with no account.
- Connect your phone and the LG TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open the video inside CastBrowser and wait for it to detect a compatible stream.
- Tap the cast icon and select your LG TV (it appears when it exposes DLNA).
- If the LG TV does not appear, open castb.cc in the LG TV browser and pair it with the code shown in the app — the LG browser becomes the receiver.
Does LG TV have Chromecast built in?
The safest answer is: check the exact model. Newer LG TVs have expanded Google Cast support in recent webOS generations, but many older LG webOS TVs were sold without Chromecast built-in. That is why one LG owner may see the TV immediately in Chrome while another owner with a different model sees nothing.
Look in your LG TV settings for Google Cast, Chromecast, or casting options. Also check the product page for your exact model number. If the specifications only mention webOS, AirPlay, screen share, Miracast, or DLNA, Chrome may not treat the TV as a Chromecast target.
How to cast Chrome to LG TV when Chromecast appears
- Connect your computer or phone and LG TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open Chrome and choose Cast from the menu.
- Select the LG TV if it appears as a Google Cast or Chromecast target.
- Choose the source: tab, screen, or available media route.
- Start playback and keep Chrome open while casting.
If the LG TV appears but playback is choppy, tab mirroring may be the issue. Chrome may be sending a live screen recording instead of the actual video stream. For long videos, direct video casting usually looks better and uses less battery.
How to cast to LG TV without Chromecast
If your LG TV does not have Chromecast built in, you still have options. Many LG webOS TVs expose DLNA media playback on the local network. CastBrowser can use that path for compatible non-DRM web videos: open the video in CastBrowser, wait for detection, tap cast, and select the LG TV if it appears.
If DLNA does not appear, use the Web Receiver path. Open castb.cc in the LG TV browser, then pair it from the CastBrowser phone app with the code shown on the TV. This turns the LG browser into the receiving screen for compatible casts.
Best for Chrome tabs
Use Chrome's Cast menu when your LG TV shows up as a Google Cast target.
Best for web videos
Use CastBrowser when the page contains a compatible non-DRM video stream that can be sent directly to the TV.
Why Chrome does not show LG TV
- The LG TV model does not include Google Cast or Chromecast built-in.
- The TV and computer are on different Wi-Fi networks.
- A VPN, guest network, or router isolation setting blocks device discovery.
- The website only supports casting from specific video players.
- The video is DRM-protected and must be played in the provider's official app.
Where CastBrowser fits
CastBrowser does not turn every LG TV into a Chromecast. Instead, it gives you practical receiver paths for compatible web video: Chromecast when available, DLNA on many Smart TVs, Web Receiver through castb.cc, and other supported TV platforms. For LG webOS owners, that matters because many searches for “LG Chromecast” are really asking: “How do I get this web video from Chrome onto my LG TV?”
If the source is a legal, non-DRM video stream, CastBrowser can often detect it and send it without screen mirroring. If the source is Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, or another DRM-locked service, use the official LG TV app or the service's own cast option instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does LG TV have Chromecast built in?
It depends on the LG TV model and year. Some newer LG webOS TVs support Google Cast or Chromecast, while many older LG webOS TVs do not include Chromecast built-in.
Can I cast Chrome to an LG TV without Chromecast?
Yes, but not through Chrome's normal Chromecast path. Use an external Chromecast, CastBrowser over DLNA when the LG TV exposes a compatible DLNA renderer, or the CastBrowser Web Receiver if the LG TV browser can open castb.cc.
Why does my LG TV not appear in Chrome Cast?
Older LG webOS TVs often do not advertise themselves as Chromecast targets. Network isolation, VPNs, disabled casting support, and model-year limits can also stop Chrome from showing the TV.
Cast to Your LG TV Today
Download CastBrowser free and stream web videos to your LG webOS TV — no Chromecast, no Chrome cast button needed.