Get the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app on your smart TV or streaming device
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
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
Download the app.
Open the app and follow the instructions to complete setup.
Sign In On Mobile Device: Use your phone's camera to scan the QR code on the TV screen, or go to link.apple.com and enter your code. Then follow the instructions on your device.
Sign in with Remote: If this option is available, use your TV remote to manually sign in to your Apple Account and complete setup.
If you can't watch content, you might need to get your Apple Account ready for purchases.
Don't have an Apple Account? Learn how to create a new Apple Account. Or if you forgot your Apple Account 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.
Open the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app.
Go to Settings.
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 Account 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.
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.
In the US, you can subscribe to Apple TV+ on Amazon Fire TV and Prime Video, but you can't purchase other content from the Apple TV app. On Amazon Fire TV (in other regions), 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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