To activate HBO on your big TV, follow these general steps based on the type of device or TV you’re using:
1. Activate HBO via Smart TV App (Using HBO Max or HBO Now)
If you have a Smart TV with HBO Max or HBO Now app, you can easily activate it by following these steps:
For Smart TVs with HBO Max or HBO Now App:
- Install the HBO App: If you don’t have the HBO Max or HBO Now app installed, go to your TV’s app store (e.g., Google Play Store, Apple App Store) and search for “HBO Max” or “HBO Now.”
- Launch the App: Open the HBO app on your TV.
- Sign In: Choose to sign in using your existing HBO Max/HBO Now account. If you don’t have an account, you can create one.
- Activation Code: After logging in, the app will show an activation code and direct you to a website.
- Activate on Your Computer/Phone:
- On your smartphone or computer, go to hbomax.com/tvsignin.
- Enter the activation code displayed on your TV.
- Sign in with your HBO account credentials.
- Finish Setup: Once you’ve successfully entered the code, HBO will be activated on your TV.
2. Activate HBO via Streaming Devices (Chromecast, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, etc.)
For Chromecast:
- Set Up Chromecast: Ensure your Chromecast device is plugged into your TV and set up using the Google Home app on your smartphone.
- Open the HBO Max App: On your smartphone or tablet, open the HBO Max app.
- Cast to TV: Tap the “Cast” icon in the app and select your Chromecast device. Start playing the content you want to watch, and it should appear on your big TV.
For Roku:
- Install HBO Max: On your Roku home screen, go to the Roku Channel Store and search for HBO Max, then install it.
- Sign In: Open the HBO Max app on Roku and sign in with your HBO account credentials.
- Activate: If prompted, use the activation code provided by Roku on hbomax.com/tvsignin and log in with your account.
For Amazon Fire TV:
- Install HBO Max: From the Fire TV home screen, search for the HBO Max app and install it.
- Open HBO Max: Launch the app and sign in with your HBO account.
- Activation Code: If asked, use the activation code on hbomax.com/tvsignin.
For Apple TV:
- Install HBO Max: Go to the App Store on your Apple TV, search for HBO Max, and install the app.
- Sign In: Open the app and sign in with your account credentials.
- Activation: If an activation code is shown, visit hbomax.com/tvsignin and enter the code.
3. Activate HBO Using Your Cable Provider
If you subscribe to HBO through your cable provider, you can use the following steps:
- Download the HBO Max App on your Smart TV or streaming device.
- Choose Provider Sign-In: On the HBO Max app, select the option to sign in with your cable provider.
- Enter Credentials: You’ll be prompted to log in using your cable provider’s credentials (username and password).
- Activate: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the activation.