You use Sportsnet+ on a connected device by installing the Sportsnet app, signing in with either your Sportsnet+ subscription or TV provider, and completing activation at watch.sportsnet.ca/activate or watch.sportsnet.ca/tv using an onscreen code. Once activated, the app links to your account so you can start streaming live and ondemand sports on your TV or streaming device.
What counts as a connected device?
Sportsnet+ works on a wide range of smart TVs, streaming boxes, consoles, phones, tablets, and web browsers. The exact experience and video resolution depend on the specific device model and its operating system.
Main supported categories include:
- Smart TVs such as Samsung models from 2018 and newer and TVs with builtin Android TV or Fire TV.
- Streaming devices like Apple TV 4K / 4th gen, Chromecast with Google TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick (newer generations), and Fire TV Cube.
- Game consoles including Xbox One family, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 4/5.
- Mobile and tablets on recent iOS and Android versions.
- Web browsers on desktop via the main Sportsnet site and web player.
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If a device is older or runs an outdated OS, the Sportsnet+ app may not be available or may be limited to lower resolutions such as 720p.
Before you start: account and requirements
To use Sportsnet+ on a connected device, you need an active subscription or eligible TV provider access plus a stable internet connection. Having your login details ready makes activation on a TV or streaming device much quicker.
Prepare the following:
- A valid Sportsnet+ subscription or a TV package that includes Sportsnet channels.
- Your Sportsnet+ email and password or your TV provider username/password.
- A second device (phone, tablet, or computer) with a browser to visit the activation URL.
- A highspeed internet connection, ideally via wired or strong WiFi, to avoid buffering during live games.
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Using Sportsnet+ with a Sportsnet+ subscription
If you subscribe directly to Sportsnet+ (without going through a TV provider), you sign in and activate on your connected device using the Sportsnet+ option. The process is similar across smart TVs, Apple TV, Fire TV, game consoles, and other supported platforms.
Follow these steps:
- Open the Sportsnet app on your connected device and choose Sign in with Sportsnet+.
- On your phone or computer, go to https://watch.sportsnet.ca/activate in a web browser.
- When prompted, enter your Sportsnet+ email and password to confirm your subscription, if you are not already signed in.
- Enter the activation code shown on your TV or device screen into the activation page.
- Wait up to 15 seconds for the TV or device to refresh; once accepted, the app should automatically log in and display the Sportsnet+ home screen.
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After activation, you can browse live channels, upcoming games, and ondemand content directly in the app using your remote or controller. You generally stay signed in unless you explicitly log out or reset the app on that device.
Using Sportsnet+ with a TV provider subscription
If your access to Sportsnet+ comes from a cable or satellite TV subscription, you instead choose the TV provider signin route during activation. This still links the app on your connected device to your account using an activation code.
Use these steps as a TV subscriber:
- Open the Sportsnet app on your connected device and select Sign In With TV Provider.
- On a phone, tablet, or computer, visit https://watch.sportsnet.ca/tv in a browser.
- Enter the activation code displayed on your TV or device.
- Choose your TV provider from the list and sign in with your provider username and password to confirm your package.
- Wait up to 15 seconds for the TV app to complete activation; the Sportsnet interface should then unlock and show available channels and streams.
Once linked, your connected device behaves like an extension of your TV subscription, allowing you to watch Sportsnet content in any supported room and on multiple supported platforms in your household, subject to Sportsnet+ device and stream limits.
Tips for better streaming and troubleshooting
A few practical steps help keep Sportsnet+ running smoothly on connected devices and make activation issues easier to resolve.
For better performance:
- Use a modern device that supports 720p or 1080p, such as Apple TV 4K, newer Xbox/PlayStation consoles, recent Samsung TVs, or Android TV devices with Android 7+.
- Prefer wired Ethernet or strong 5 GHz WiFi, and close other heavy downloads or streams on the same network while watching live events.
If activation fails or the code does not work:
- Doublecheck that you entered the activation code exactly as shown and within the time window before it expires.
- Exit and reopen the Sportsnet app on the connected device to generate a fresh code, then repeat the steps at watch.sportsnet.ca/activate or watch.sportsnet.ca/tv.
- Ensure your subscription is active and that your account details are correct by signing in at the main Sportsnet+ website on a browser.
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If problems persist across multiple devices or networks, contacting Sportsnet+ support with your device model, OS version, and a screenshot or description of the error speeds up troubleshooting.
