MTV: Activate the streaming channel
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MTV is a cable channel that has been around for decades now and now, they're adapting to the modern age by introducing their very own streaming platform.
Now, you can watch MTV and their range of programs with just a touch of a button on your smart TV – but how do you activate it?
Here, we are going to show you how you can activate the MTV streaming app on your Roku, Apple TV and on Amazon Fire Stick.
This way, you can kick back and relax while watching some of your favorite shows with little stress or fuss.
It's important to remember that you will need to make an MTV account to be able to access the app's services and your own streaming device.
It's work checking your bundle as some streaming devices will offer MTV without needing to register, but this will most likely be a limited time offer.
Once you have your MTV account and your streaming device ready, it's time to activate the app on your device!
Activating MTV On Roku
For those who are using Roku as their streaming device, it's worth noting that you can watch MTV and its programs for free.
So, you can always watch your shows on the live channel – but if you want the app too, then just follow these simple steps below.
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Start Up Your Smart TV And Streaming Device
Start up your smart TV and streaming device. Once connected, grab your Roku remote control and press the remote's home button.
If you are not sure which one that is, it's on the button with the image of the little house on it and can be found near the top of your remote.
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Search For MTV
Then, search for MTV and click the purple + Add channel button.
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Head Over To Your List To Find MTV
Then head over to your list to find MTV there, you can open it up and take the activation code from your account.
On your desktop or phone, head over to the activation page of your MTV account and type that code into the option on your screen.
Click continue, and everything should be ready for you to start streaming!
Activating MTV On Your Apple TV
If you are using an Apple TV as your streaming device, then you will need to download the MTV app.
You can do this by downloading it from the App Store. If you already have MTV downloaded onto your Apple TV, then you can skip this part.
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Activate MTV On Your Apple TV
Once the MTV app is installed, open it up and you should be given an activation code.
Head on over to your MTV account on your desktop or mobile phone, and type in the activation code there.
Click continue and after a few seconds, your MTV app should be ready to go!
Activating MTV On Amazon Fire Stick
And finally, we have the Amazon Fire Stick.
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Activate MTV On The Streaming Device
To activate MTV on this streaming device, the process is very similar. Head to the menu ribbon section of your Amazon Fire Stick and scroll over to the Apps option.
Then, search for the MTV app and download it. Once the MTV app is fully installed onto your Amazon Fire Stick, open up the app and write down the activation code given on the screen.
Head over to your desktop or mobile browser, log into your MTV account and type in the given code on the activation page.
After a few moments, the MTV app on your Amazon Fire Stick will come to life and give you access. Then, you can start streaming to your heart's content!
Streaming MTV On Your Smartphone
Using the MTV app on your smartphone is way more simple and easy than trying to stream on a streaming device.
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Download The App From Your Phone's App Store
Instead of writing down activation codes and keeping your account open in a separate browser, all you have to do is download the app from your phone's app store!
Once loaded, login and start watching all of your favorite shows from your phone.
It may not be as visually large as watching it on a TV screen, but at least you won't have to miss out on your favorite shows.
Conclusion
And that is how you activate your MTV account on each streaming device.
So, whether you are using a Roku, Apple TV or just want to enjoy your programs from the comfort of your own phone – you can catch up on all your favorite MTV programs with no fuss or hassle! Enjoy!
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