Want to watch live TV and Xfinity On Demand on your smartphone, tablet, computer or smart devices like Roku, Fire TV or Apple TV? You’ll need to authorize the Xfinity Stream app to unlock all that premium Xfinity content.
Let me walk through how easy it is to activate Xfinity Stream on all your devices using your Xfinity ID at xfinity.com/authorize.
Compatible Devices for Xfinity Stream
The Xfinity Stream app works across lots of platforms so you can watch anywhere:
- Mobile: Android and iOS phones and tablets
- Media players: Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV
- Smart TVs: Samsung, LG
Keep reading to learn how to activate on each type of device. Just note that Roku, Samsung TV and LG users need Xfinity TV and Internet services installed first.
Activate Xfinity Stream in Just a Few Steps
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll need to do on any device:
- Download and install the Xfinity Stream app
- Launch the app and select “Get Started”
- On your TV or device screen, note the 6-digit activation code
- Visit xfinity.com/authorize on your computer or mobile browser
- Enter code and sign in with your Xfinity ID
- Start streaming!
Below are more details for specific platforms.
Activate on Roku at xfinity.com/authorize
Bring all that Xfinity goodness right to your trusty Roku player:
- Go to Streaming Channels and search for Xfinity Stream
- Select app > Add Channel
- Launch app and select Get Started
- Note 6-digit code on TV
- Go to xfinity.com/authorize on laptop/phone
- Enter code and sign-in with Xfinity ID
- Binge your favorite shows in minutes!
Activate on Apple TV
Turn Apple TV into your go-to for the latest movies and Xfinity On Demand:
- Open the App Store on your Apple TV
- Search for Xfinity Stream and select
- Tap Open after installing
- Choose Get Started
- Note down 6-digit code on TV
- Visit xfinity.com/authorize on a separate device
- Input code and sign in to link accounts
- Accept Terms and customize your device name
Activate on Amazon Fire TV
Fire TV users can even access Xfinity Stream Beta without an Xfinity subscription:
- Go to Find > search for Xfinity Stream app
- Select app > Get to install
- Launch and tap Get Started
- Your Fire TV will display a code
- Enter code at xfinity.com/authorize
- Sign in with Xfinity credentials
It’s that quick to start streaming top movies, shows and more!
Activate on Android TV
Bring live sports, newly released films and binge-worthy series to your Android TV in just minutes:
- Open Apps on Android TV
- Launch the Play Store
- Search for Xfinity Stream
- Select > Install
- Open app and tap Get Started
- Note down code shown on TV
- Visit xfinity.com/authorize
- Input code and login to Xfinity account
Activate on Samsung Smart TV
It just takes a few taps on your Samsung remote to start streaming the Xfinity catalog:
- Press Smart Hub then select the search icon
- Search for Xfinity Stream Beta
- Select app > Download
- Launch and tap Get Started
- Your Samsung TV displays a code
- Go to xfinity.com/authorize on a phone/computer
- Enter code and login with your credentials
Activate on LG Smart TV
Get all your must-see shows, Xfinity On Demand movies and more streaming right on an LG TV:
- From LG’s home screen, open the LG Content Store
- Tap Apps & Games
- Select Xfinity Stream Beta > Install
- Launch the app and tap Get Started
- Note the 6-digit code on your TV
- Go to xfinity.com/authorize on a separate device
- Input code and login with Xfinity ID
Get Streaming Xfinity Favorites in Minutes
And that’s all there is to it! Just grab your 6-digit Xfinity activation code and head to xfinity.com/authorize to connect your devices.
Sign in with your Xfinity credentials and you’ll unlock a world of On Demand movies, hit series, live sports and more to stream anytime.