How to Activate YouTube on Smart TV

Watching YouTube on a smart TV is easy once your account is connected. yt.be/activate lets you sign in to the YouTube app on a compatible TV, streaming device, or game console by entering the code displayed on your screen. You can use a phone, tablet, or computer to complete the sign-in process. For more helpful activation and setup guides, visit our YouTube Help Hub.

What You Need Before Starting

Before you begin, make sure you have:

• A smart TV or supported streaming device
• The YouTube app installed
• A Google account
• A phone, tablet, or computer
• A stable internet connection
• The activation code shown on your TV

Keep the YouTube app open while completing the process so you can enter the current code.

How to Activate YouTube Using yt.be/activate

Follow these simple steps:

1. Open the YouTube app on your smart TV or streaming device.
2. Select Sign In.
3. Choose the option to sign in with your phone.
4. Your TV will display an activation code.
5. On your phone, tablet, or computer, open yt.be/activate.
6. Sign in with the Google account you want to use.
7. Enter the code displayed on your TV.
8. Follow any remaining instructions.
9. Return to your TV and wait for YouTube to finish signing in.

Once completed, your YouTube account should be connected to the TV.

How to Sign In With a QR Code

Some devices may provide a QR code instead of requiring you to manually enter the web address. Open your phone's camera and scan the code if the option is available.

Follow the instructions shown on your phone to complete the sign-in process.

Supported Devices

The YouTube app is available on many smart TVs, streaming devices, and gaming consoles. The exact sign-in options can vary depending on your device and its YouTube app version.

You may see options for:

• Smart TVs
• Streaming devices
• Game consoles
• TV boxes
• Other compatible connected devices

For additional setup help, you can also visit our YouTube Setup Guide.

Activation Code Not Working?

If the code is rejected or the sign-in does not complete, try these solutions.

Check the Code

Enter the code exactly as it appears on your TV. If it has expired, return to the YouTube sign-in screen and generate a new one.

Check Your Internet

Make sure your TV and phone have a working internet connection. For phone-based sign-in, YouTube recommends checking that your phone and TV are using the same Wi-Fi network.

Restart the YouTube App

Close the app and open it again. A fresh sign-in attempt can generate a new code.

Restart Your Devices

Power off your TV and restart your router and phone if the problem continues. YouTube also recommends power cycling the device and rebooting the router for certain sign-in problems.

Check Your Google Account

Make sure you are signing in with the Google account you want to use on the television.

How to Sign Out of YouTube on TV

If you want to remove your account from the television, open the YouTube app and use the account or settings menu to sign out. You can then sign in again with another account when needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is yt.be/activate?

It is the web address YouTube provides for signing in to the YouTube app on a smart TV or supported connected device using the code shown on the TV.

Where do I get the activation code?

Open the YouTube app on your TV and select Sign In. The TV will display the code needed to connect your account.

What if my activation code does not work?

Check that you entered the code correctly. If it has expired, return to the YouTube app and generate a new code.

Can I use my phone to activate YouTube?

Yes. You can use a phone or tablet to open the activation page and enter the code displayed on your TV.

Final Thoughts

Connecting YouTube to your television only takes a few steps. Open the app, choose Sign In, get the code from your TV, and complete the process on your phone, tablet, or computer. If something goes wrong, checking the code, internet connection, and YouTube app will usually help identify the problem.