How to get an apple tv subscription

Learn how to set up the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app on your compatible device.

How to get the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app

1. Go to your device's app store and search for the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app. If you don't see the app that you're looking for, check your device's compatibility.1
2. Download the app.
3. Open the app and follow the instructions to complete setup.

If you're not signed in with your Apple ID, open the app and go to Settings > Accounts. Then choose a sign in option.

• Sign In On Mobile Device: Use your phone's camera to scan the QR code on the TV screen. Then follow the instructions on your mobile device.
• On This TV: Use your TV remote to manually sign in with your Apple ID and complete setup.

If you can't watch content, you might need to get your Apple ID ready for purchases.

Don't have an Apple ID? Learn how to create a new Apple ID. Or if you forgot your Apple ID password, learn how to reset it.

Reset the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app

Resetting the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app removes your personal information and restores the app to its original settings. If you plan to sell or give away your device, or uninstall the app, you might want to reset it first.

1. Open the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app.
2. Go to Settings.
3. Choose the Reset option.

If you lost or can't access your device but are still signed in to the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app, remove the device from your Apple ID device list.

If you reset the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app on a smart TV that's also signed in to the Apple Music app, the Apple Music app restores to its original settings.

Need help?

• For more information about the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app on your smart TV or streaming device, see the Apple TV app user guide.
• If you have issues installing the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app or connecting to the internet on your smart TV or streaming device, contact the manufacturer.

1. Availability of the Apple TV app and Apple TV+ app might vary by country and region. Learn what’s available in your country or region. The Apple TV app and Apple TV+ app features and supported devices also might vary by country and region.
2. On Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, and Sony TV devices, you can't purchase content from the Apple TV app. You can buy, rent, or subscribe on another supported device and then watch in the Apple TV app on your Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, or Sony TV device.

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Published Date: September 12, 2022

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Questions? Answers.

• Apple TV+ is a streaming service from Apple. It features exclusive Apple Original shows and movies from some of the industry's top talent, with new premieres arriving each month. Browse all of the available content on Apple TV+ inside the Apple TV app on the “Apple TV+” tab or here on tv.apple.com.

• Apple TV+ includes Apple Original films and series—which are original shows and movies made exclusively for Apple. It also includes free access for anyone to watch Friday Night Baseball, provided through Apple TV+ in partnership with MLB (Major League Baseball). New shows and movies are being added to the streaming service often, so browse inside the Apple TV app or visit tv.apple.com often to see new releases.

• The easiest way to watch Apple TV+ on an Android phone or Windows device is to visit tv.apple.com. There, you can still sign in with an Apple ID, add Apple Original shows and movies to your Up Next watchlist, and keep track of what you're watching.

• There are many movies to choose from on Apple TV+ and new Apple Original films are being added frequently. The best way to see what movies are on Apple TV+ is to browse the Apple TV+ tab inside the Apple TV app or here on tv.apple.com. You'll find many award-winning films to choose from, like Academy Award-winner for Best Picture CODA or the critically-acclaimed The Tragedy of Macbeth. Or choose from hits like Greyhound, Swan Song, Wolfwalkers, and more.

• More Apple Original series are being added to the TV app frequently, so check back often to discover new TV shows on Apple TV+. Start by browsing in the Apple TV+ tab on the Apple TV app or here on tv.apple.com. You'll find hits like the Emmy-winning Ted Lasso, critically-acclaimed The Morning Show, and sci-fi epic Foundation, plus new and popular shows like Severance, Slow Horses, and WeCrashed.

• There are a few ways to try Apple TV+ for free. First, try 7 days of Apple TV+ for free by starting a trial in the Apple TV app on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV 4K or HD, or on any streaming device. If you’ve recently purchased Apple hardware that includes a 12-month, 6-month, or 3-month or other complimentary free trial of Apple TV+, this offer will automatically appear in the Apple TV app when signed in with the Apple ID associated with your recent hardware purchase.

• The easiest way to cancel an Apple TV+ subscription is to go to Settings on an Apple device like an iPhone. Open the app, choose your name, then select Subscriptions and choose Apple TV+. You can also manage your Apple TV+ subscription at tv.apple.com. Sign in and choose the account icon in the top right corner.

• Sharing Apple TV+ through the Apple TV app uses Family Sharing, Apple’s system that helps you to share multiple Apple Services through your Apple ID. First, you need to set up family sharing on an Apple device, then you will be able to share Apple TV+ with your family group.

• Apple TV+ is part of the Apple TV app, which includes many accessibility features—so you only have to focus on enjoying Apple Original shows and movies. All Apple Originals support Closed Captions and SDH (subtitles for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing) in addition to audio descriptions; plus the entire app supports VoiceOver, Apple’s built-in screenreader. Bold Text, Increase Contrast, and Reduce Motion settings are also available. Subtitles are supported for 40+ languages for all Apple TV+ titles. Learn about more accessibility options in the Apple TV app.

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