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Get the VidAngel app to watch with filters on your Google or Android TV device.

 

Before you Start

  1. Make sure you have the Google Play Store on your Android TV device. 
    If you don't have the official Google Play Store, you won't be able to install the app.

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    NOTE: If you don't have a Google account to access the Google Play Store, go here: Android TV: What if I don't have a Google account?


  2. Confirm your Android TV is at least version 8.0: "Settings" > "System" > "About" scroll down to "Android TV OS Version".
  3. Start a subscription at www.vidangel.com
  4. Connect streaming services on the VidAngel mobile app or website: Connect streaming services on the Android TV app. Recommended: Make sure your Android TV device is up to date.

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Install the VidAngel Android TV app

  1. Go to the Google Play Store on your Android TV.
  2. Search for "VidAngel TV".
  3. Download the VidAngel app.
  4. In the new app select "Log in".
  5. You can then choose to go to the URL listed on the screen, or select the "More Log in options" button.
    • URL
      1. On a computer or mobile web browser, go to the URL on the screen.
        You can type in the URL or use the QR scanner on your phone to be automatically directed to the correct page.
      2. Input the code to connect your TV app to your VidAngel account. 
        Once you put in the code the screen will automatically open the main VidAngel movie page.
    • "More Log in options"
      1. Input your VidAngel account email and password.

Sign Up

Did you skip the Before you Start section (you rascal) and still need to create an account? If you haven't already created a VidAngel account then you can select "Sign Up". 

  1. On a computer or mobile web browser, go to the URL on the screen. 
    You can type in the URL or use the QR scanner on your phone to be automatically directed to the correct page.
  2. Complete the steps to create an account.
  3. Once created, go back to your Android TV. Select "Account Has Been Created".
  4. On a computer or mobile web browser, go to the new URL on the screen. 
  5. Input the code to connect your TV app to your VidAngel account. 
    Once you put in the code the screen will automatically open the main VidAngel movie page. 
  6. You will need to connect to streaming services on the VidAngel mobile app or website: Connect streaming services on the Android TV app. 

 

Watch on Android TV

  1. Select a show in the VidAngel app.
  2. If desired, adjust Filters by selecting the "Filters" button.
  3. Select "Watch with [Service]" and wait for the title to verify.
  4. Select "Watch Now" and enjoy your show!



Having Trouble?

If you're having trouble with installing the VidAngel app or with watching on your Android TV, you can go here for help: Troubleshoot Android TV

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