How to Activate HBO Max on Different Devices: Smart TVs, Computers, and Mobile Devices

Learn how to activate HBO Max on different devices such as Roku, Apple TV, PlayStation, Fire TV, and more. Follow the simple steps provided here.

To activate HBO Max on different devices, you will need to create an account and sign in. You can create an account on the HBO Max website or app. Once you have created an account, you can sign in on any device that supports HBO Max.

Update: hbomax.com/tvsignin no longer works. The new authentication site is https://auth.max.com/link. This is part of the rebranding of HBO Max to Max in the United States.

Activate HBO Max On Smart TV

To sign in on a TV, follow these steps:

  1. Turn on your TV and open the HBO Max app.
  2. If you are prompted, create an account or sign in with an existing account.
  3. Go to www.hbomax/tvsignin https://auth.max.com/link
  4. Enter the 6-character activation code that appears on your TV screen.
  5. Click “Sign In.”

HBO Max On Computer

To sign in on a computer, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the HBO Max website.
  2. Click “Sign In.”
  3. Enter your email address and password.
  4. Click “Sign In.”

HBO Max On Mobile

To sign in on a mobile device, follow these steps:

  1. Open the HBO Max app.
  2. If you are prompted, create an account or sign in with an existing account.
  3. Enter your email address and password.
  4. Click “Sign In.”

Here are the steps to activate HBO Max on different devices:

Activate HBO Max On Roku:

  1. Go to the Roku home screen and search for HBO Max.
  2. Click on HBO Max and ‘Add Channel’ to pin it to your home page.
  3. Sign in with your existing details or create a new account.
    (Source: [1])
  4. Go to www.hbomax/tvsignin https://auth.max.com/link
  5. Enter the 6-character activation code that appears on your TV screen.
  6. Click “Continue.”

Activate HBO Max On Apple TV

  1. Open the HBO Max app on your Apple TV.
  2. Sign in with your existing details or create a new account.
    (Source: [2])
  3. Go to www.hbomax/tvsignin https://auth.max.com/link
  4. Enter the 6-character activation code that appears on your TV screen.
  5. Click “Continue.”

Activate HBO Max On PlayStation 4 or 5

  1. Open HBO Max on your TV and choose the Profile icon.
  2. Choose Sign In.
  3. Enter the 6-character code that appears on your TV and then choose Next.
  4. Enter your account email and password and choose Sign In.
    (Source: [3])
  5. Go to www.hbomax/tvsignin https://auth.max.com/link
  6. Enter the 6-character activation code that appears on your TV screen.
  7. Click “Continue.”

Activate HBO Max On Amazon Fire TV

  1. Go to the Amazon Appstore on your Fire TV.
  2. Search for HBO Max and download the app.
  3. Sign in with your existing details or create a new account.
    (Source: [4])
  4. Go to www.hbomax/tvsignin https://auth.max.com/link
  5. Enter the 6-character activation code that appears on your TV screen.
  6. Click “Continue.”

Activate HBO Max On Xbox

  1. Open HBO Max on your TV and choose the Profile icon.
  2. Choose Sign In.
  3. Enter the 6-character code that appears on your TV and then choose Next.
  4. Enter your account email and password and choose Sign In.
    (Source: [3])
  5. Go to www.hbomax/tvsignin https://auth.max.com/link
  6. Enter the 6-character activation code that appears on your TV screen.
  7. Click “Continue.”

Note: HBO Max can also be streamed on other devices such as Samsung TV, LG Smart TV, and Chromecast. For more information, visit the HBO Max help center[5].

Once you have signed in, you can start watching HBO Max on your device.

Here are some of the devices that support HBO Max:

  • TVs: Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, Samsung Smart TVs, and Vizio Smart TVs
  • Computers: Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Mobile devices: iPhone, iPad, Android phones, and Android tablets

If you are having trouble activating HBO Max on a device, you can contact HBO Max customer support for help.

Citations:
[1] https://www.techradar.com/news/hbo-max-roku
[2] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/252228129
[3] https://help.hbomax.com/dk-en/Answer/Detail/000001262
[4] https://www.seminarsonly.com/news/activate-hbo-max-channel-on-roku-fire-tv-samsung-apple-tv-xbox-ps4/
[5] https://help.max.com/US/Answer/Detail/000002506 https://mytechhowto.com/hbo-max-streaming-service-content-features-pricing-and-comparison-with-other-services/

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