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the PBS App
Watch the best of PBS anytime, anywhere on the free PBS app. Stream your favorite PBS shows on-demand and livestream shows from your local station, all from your favorite device.
Download for free, wherever you watch
The PBS app is available to download on the following platforms
iOS
Android
Amazon Fire Tablet
Roku
Samsung
Smart TV (Tizen)
Chromecast
Apple TV
Android TV
Amazon Fire TV
Vizio
Google TV
Comcast X1 & Flex
(Coming Soon)
Questions? We’re here to help!
How do I activate the PBS app?
If you’re using an iOS or Android mobile phone or tablet, you don’t need to activate, but you can sign in or sign up with a Facebook, Google, Apple, or PBS account inside the app.
If you’re using a Roku, Apple TV (tvOS), Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, or Samsung Smart TV, access the PBS website via the link below to activate your streaming device:
Need more help or having issues troubleshooting your device?
If you’re having any problems with device activation, activating your Passport account, streaming video content, or anything else, we’re here to help.
PBS App
YOU CAN WATCH THE BEST OF PBS ANYTIME, ANYWHERE, ON THE FREE PBS APP.
The PBS App is available on your phone, tablet, and many television platforms.
Pro-tip: You don’t need to be a member to use the PBS App!
Watch our workshops and explore resources for help with the PBS App.
What is the PBS App? (TV vs. phone vs. tablet)
WATCH NOW | PBS HELP VIDEO | HOW-TO PRINTABLE GUIDE
How to use the PBS app on my Roku TV or Device
WATCH NOW | PBS HELP VIDEO | HOW-TO PRINTABLE GUIDE
How to use the PBS app on my Apple TV
WATCH NOW | PBS HELP VIDEO | HOW-TO PRINTABLE GUIDE
How to use the PBS app on my Amazon Fire TV/Firestick
WATCH NOW | PBS HELP VIDEO | HOW-TO PRINTABLE GUIDE
How to use the PBS app on my Android TV
WATCH NOW | PBS HELP PAGE | HOW-TO PRINTABLE GUIDE
How to use the PBS app on my Samsung Smart TV
WATCH NOW | PBS HELP PAGE | HOW-TO PRINTABLE GUIDE
How to use the PBS app on my VIZIO SmartCast TV
WATCH NOW | PBS HELP PAGE | HOW-TO PRINTABLE GUIDE
How to use the PBS app on my Phone, Tablet, and or Chromecast
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