What Is Apple TV Single Sign-On?
True to its name, single sign-on lets you enter the login information from your TV provider one time and use it automatically on compatible apps. If you aren’t using it, you’ll have to go online and sign in to your provider whenever you download a new app. Of course, you won’t have to do it every time you open it, but the initial setup might be more involved than you like when you want to watch TV. Once you activate single sign-on, your Apple TV or iOS device will pull your provider information every time you get a compatible app. So you won’t have to break out your laptop to punch in an authorization code to watch the new season of your favorite show. Hundreds of TV providers and dozens of apps in the U.S. support single sign-on, so the odds are good yours is among them.
How to Use Single Sign-On on Apple TV
If you haven’t cut the cord and are still using a combination of streaming and standard cable for your entertainment needs, your TV provider account will open some extra options on your Apple TV. Here’s how to make sure you only have to enter this information once, no matter how many new apps you download.
How to Use Single Sign-On on iOS
You don’t have to have an Apple TV to use this feature, your iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch can use many of the same apps.
How to Find Apps Compatible With Single Sign-On on Apple TV
Dozens of apps work with single sign-on, and you can get an idea of which ones directly from your Apple TV.
How to Change Your TV Provider for Single Sign-On
If you’ve found a better deal or service with a new company, you’ll want to update this information on your devices. Here’s how to swap out your old provider with a new one. If you’re using iOS, go to Settings > TV Provider.
