How to Download the PBS App on Samsung Smart TV

The PBS Video app is available for download on Samsung Smart TV for 2017 models and newer. The app is free to download and use and requires no activation fee.

1. Create a PBS Account

We recommend creating a PBS account before you download the app.

• Be sure to use your personal email when signing up with PBS
• Create an account here.

If you already have an account, please move on to step 2

2. Create or sign in with your Samsung account

In order to download the app, you'll need to create or sign in with your Samsung account. If you do not have a Samsung account or need help signing in to your Samsung account, please visit this link to visit Samsung's website.

3. Download the PBS Video app

• Return to your Smart TV's Home menu by selecting the Home button on your remote. 
• Using your remote's arrow buttons, highlight the Apps option on your Samsung Smart TV's Home screen. Select the Apps option. 
• Using your remote's arrow buttons again, highlight the magnifying glass icon or search feature within your Smart TV's Apps screen. Select this option. 
• Use the Search feature to search Samsung's available app offerings for "PBS" and look for the official PBS Video app. Select the PBS Video app icon. Unable to find the PBS Video app? Your device may not support the app - click here to learn more. 
• An option to "Install" the app will appear in the center of the screen. Select this option. 

• The app will begin installing on your Samsung Smart TV. When the download is complete, you will have the option to Open the app from this screen, and you can also open the app in the future from your home menu, where it will be listed with your other apps. 

  4. Activate Your PBS App Channel

• When you first open the PBS Video app, you will receive an alphanumeric code to activate the app at pbs.org/activate on your mobile or computer 
• The code you receive will be unique to your device. 
• Follow the link above on your computer or a web browser on another device, and then enter your alphanumeric activation code in the white field indicated on the screen. 
• After entering your code, select the Continue option. 

5. Sign in to Your PBS Account

• A new screen will appear asking you to sign in with a Facebook, Google, or PBS login account. Select one of these three options, or select the option to create a new PBS account.  
• If you have Passport, log in with your Passport-linked account. A login account is required to activate the app as the app offers account-specific features such as saving videos and shows to personalize your viewing experience. 

What is PBS Passport?

PBS Passport is a member benefit that gives eligible donors and supporters extended access to an on-demand library of quality public television programming. Learn more about PBS Passport, a benefit available to everyone who contributes at least $5/month or $60/year.

Already a Member? Start Watching

When you contributed to PBS Socal | KCET, you should have received an email with a link to activate Passport. Just click the link in the email to create your login. Once you do that, you’ll be able to use that same login to watch video on the PBS app on your Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, phone or tablet - or here at pbssocal.org. Learn more about activating Passport here.