How to Activate HBO Go on Smart Devices?

HBO Go is a TV Everywhere service provided by the premium cable network HBO. The HBO Go channel allows HBO subscribers to easily stream video on demand selections of HBO which include Films, Sporting Events, Specials, Current and Past Series. You can watch all these content wither on the HBO website, or through apps available for mobile devices, Digital Media Players, and Video Game. If you are using any such devices and wish to stream HBO Go on it, you can do so easily by following the instructions provided below.

Guide to Activate HBO Go on Smart Devices like Mobile Devices, Digital Media Players and Video Game Players

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Steps to Activate HBO Go on Android Device like Android Phone, TV, and Tablets

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If you are using Android TV, Phone, or Tablet, you can watch your favorite Movies, Series, and Shows on the HBO Go channel using these Android-based devices. Here are the steps to access the channel:

  • On your Android TV, Mobile Phone, or Tablet, go to the Google Play Store app icon. This will open the Play Store on your device.
  • Once you are in the Play Store app on your device, you will need to go to the search box located in the upper section.
  • In the Search field, enter the “HBO Go” keyword and press the search icon. A search result will be displayed on your screen.
  • From the search result, select the HBO Go app. Selecting the app from the search result will take you to the next screen from where you will be able to download and install the app to your Android device.
  • On the next screen, press the Install button located next to the HBO Go app to download and install it on your device.
  • Once the channel gets installed on your device, you will need to launch the app. As you will open the HBO Go app on your device, you will need to click on the “Connect your provider account” option.
  • Follow the on-screen prompts to activate HBO Go on your smart TV. Then, go to hbogo.com on a web browser on your phone or computer.

NOTE: Alternatively, you can also scan the QR code displayed on the TV screen using your mobile phone. However, to scan the QR code you must have the HBO Go app installed on your phone and you must be logged in. Your smart TV will get activated automatically after scanning the QR code.

  • On the activation page on your web browser, enter the code displayed on your TV screen to proceed further. Select the TV provider and enter the username and password for your TV provider account.

NOTE: In case you don’t remember the login credentials of your TV subscription account, you will need to contact your TV provider.

Steps to Activate HBO Go on iOS Device like Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad

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  • On your iOS devices like Apple TV, iPhone, or iPad, open the Apple Store app icon. You will be directed to the Apple Store on your device.
  • Once you are on the Apple Store screen, go to the search box located in the upper section.
  • In the Search field, you will need to enter the “HBO Go” keyword and press the search A search result will be displayed on your screen.
  • From the search result, you will need to select the HBO Go app. As you will select the HBO Go app from the search result will take you to the next screen from where you will be able to download and install the app to your iOS device.
  • On the next screen, press the Install button located next to the HBO Go app to download and install it on your device.
  • Once the app gets installed on your device, you will need to launch it and sign in to your account (if prompted). Once logged in, you will be prompted to activate the app. Select the activate option to get the activation code.
  • Once you have the activation code, open a web browser on your phone or computer and go to hbogo.com page.
  • On the activation page, enter the activation code in the provided field and press the Next After that follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process.

Steps to Activate HBO Go on Roku

If you wish to activate HBO GO on your Roku Media player, you will first need to download and install the HBO GO app on Roku and then activate it using the activation code. Here are the complete steps to access HBO GO on Roku:

  • Turn on your Roku Media player and press the Home button on the Roku remote.
  • Next, scroll up or down on the Home screen and select the Streaming Channels to get to the Channel Store.
  • Once you are in the Channel Store, go to the top section where you will find a list of featured, latest and popular categories to explore.
  • Now to find the HBO GO app on Roku Channel Store, you will need to enter “HBO GO” in the Search field and press the search button.
  • From the search result, select the HBO Go channel. Then, press the “+ Add Channel” button.

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  • Once the channel gets added to your Roku account, open the app on your device. This will direct you to the HBO GO app screen where you will need to select the “Activate Your Device” option.
  • On the next screen displayed on your TV, you will be prompted that HBO GO is free with your existing HBO subscription.
  • Now, go to hbogo.com page on a web browser using your computer or mobile device. Then, enter the activation code from your TV screen in the provided field and press the Next button.

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  • After that, you will need to select Roku from the activation device list on your computer or mobile screen and select the Continue
  • Next, you will need to select your HBO TV provider’s name. In case you don’t find your TV provider listed, simply select More Providers
  • After selecting your TV provider, you will be directed to the login screen where you can activate HBO Go on your Roku device.
  • Once you are logged in, your HBO subscription will get verified with your TV provider and you’ll be able to access HBO Go using your Roku device.

Steps to Access HBO GO on Amazon Fire TV

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If you are using an Amazon Fire TV, you can access HBO GO on it by following the instructions provided below.

  • Turn on Amazon Fire Stick and connect it to your TV.
  • Once you have successfully connected your Amazon Fire Stick to your TV, you will need to go to the Amazon App & Games Store.

NOTE: Make sure to sign in to your Amazon account in order to install the HBO GO app in your Amazon account.

  • In the Amazon App & Games Store, you will need to search for the HBO GO application. After you have found the Nat Geo TV app, you will need to install it on your Amazon Fire Stick.
  • Now, launch the app on your Amazon Fire TV and sign in to your HBO GO account when prompted. You will be asked to activate HBO GO before you can access it. So, follow the on-screen instructions to get the activation code.
  • Once you have the activation code, open a web browser and go to activate.hbogo.com
  • On the activation page, you will be prompted to enter the activation code in the provided field.
  • Enter the activation code in the provided field and click on the Continue As you will click on the Continue button, your HBO GO channel will be activated on your Amazon Fire Stick TV.

Steps to Activate HBO GO on Microsoft Xbox

If you are looking to access your HBO GO on Microsoft Xbox, you will need to follow the instructions provided below.

  • To activate HBO GO on your Xbox device, start by connecting your Xbox to your TV.
  • After connecting the Xbox to the TV, go to the Microsoft Store on your Xbox console.
  • In the Microsoft Store, search for the HBO GO application. After you have found the HBO GO app, install it on your Xbox device.

NOTE: Make sure that you are logged in to your Xbox account when installing the HBO GO app in your Xbox account.

  • Once you have installed the app, launch it on your Xbox device. You will be prompted to activate HBO GO on the Xbox player. Follow the on-screen prompts to get the activation code.
  • Once you see the activation code on your screen, make sure to note down it as you will need it to complete the activation process.
  • Next, open a web browser on your computer or mobile phone and go to hbogo.com/activate
  • On the activation page, select the Xbox option from the list and press the Continue
  • Now, select your TV provider and enter the username and password provided by your provider in the prompted fields and confirm it.

NOTE: If you don’t remember the login credentials of your TV subscription account, you will need to contact your TV provider.

  • On the next screen, you will be taken to the Activation screen where you will need to enter the activation code in the provided fields.
  • Enter the activation code in the provided field which you noted earlier and press the Next After that, follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process.
  • After the activation process gets completed, you can access HBO GO on your Xbox player.

Steps to Activate HBO GO on Sony PlayStation, TVs, and Blu-Ray Players

If you are looking to get HBO GO on your Sony TV or Blu-Ray player, follow the step-by-step instructions provided hereinbelow.

  • On the Home Screen of your Sony TV or Blu-Ray Players, select the “All Apps” or “Video” category.

NOTE: The location of the “All Apps” or “Video” category may vary according to the model of the PlayStation.

  • Next, scroll down the list of video services to locate the HBO GO app.
  • If you have a Sony Android TV, you can search for the “HBO GO” app in the Google Play app store on your TV.

NOTE: Go to the PlayStation Store if looking to activate HBO GO app on your Sony PlayStation.

  • From the Search result, select the HBO GO app and install it on your Sony device.
  • After installing the app on your device, you will need to launch it.
  • Once you have opened the app, you will be prompted to activate HBO GO on your PlayStation. So, follow the on-screen prompts to get the activation code.
  • Once you have the activation code, open a web browser on your phone or computer and go to hbogo.com/activate
  • On the HBO GO activation page, you will need to select PlayStation from the list and select your TV Provider.
  • Enter the login credential of your TV Provider in the prompted field and follow the on-screen instructions to get to the page where you will need to enter the activation code.
  • Once you are on the page, enter the activation code in the provided field and press Next. After that, simply follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process.
  • After the activation process gets completed successfully, you can start accessing HBO GO using your PlayStation.

NOTE: If you don’t find the HBO GO appearing on the screen, it may mean that your Sony model is not supported or compatible currently. You can find the model number of your Sony device either the Settings Menu on your device or in the back of your device.

So, these are the steps you will need to follow in order to activate HBO GO channel on your preferred device.

My name is Dan Smith, and I am a senior technical writer at Activate Guide. I have been covering the technology industry for over seven years, writing about streaming devices, TV channels, credit card activation, and many more.

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