Want to watch Disney shows on the go? DisneyNow is a handy app that lets you stream shows from Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior, and more on your phone, tablet, streaming device, and more.
Activating DisneyNow is a breeze. Just follow this simple guide to get set up, no matter what device you have.
Overview
DisneyNow replaced the old network-specific apps like Watch Disney Channel. It brings all your favorite shows together in one app that works across platforms.
Compatible Devices:
- iOS (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV)
- Android (phones, tablets, Android TV)
- Roku
- Fire Tablets
- Samsung Smart TVs (Tizen OS)
What You’ll Need:
- A DisneyNow account
- Supported device connected to Wi-Fi
- Activation code (displayed in the app)
Activation Steps at disneynow.com/activate
Activating DisneyNow follows the same basic steps on any device:
- Install the DisneyNow app
- Sign in to your DisneyNow account
- Note down the 7-digit activation code
- Enter code at disneynow.com/activate
- Sign in again on your device
Here are more detailed instructions for popular platforms:
iOS Devices (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV)
- Download the DisneyNow app from the App Store
- Launch the app and sign in
- Write down activation code from welcome screen
- Visit disneynow.com/activate on a browser
- Enter code and select Continue
- Sign in again on your iOS device
- Tap Congratulations! to finish
disneynow.com/activate on Roku
- Access Roku Channel Store
- Search for DisneyNow
- Select Add Channel to install
- Open DisneyNow app and sign in
- Note down activation code
- Go to disneynow.com/activate
- Input code and tap Continue
- Sign in on Roku to activate
Fire Tablet
- Find DisneyNow in Amazon Appstore
- Download and open the app
- Enter credentials to sign in
- Write down activation code from welcome page
- Visit disneynow.com/activate on a separate device
- Input code and select Activate
Android Devices
- Search for DisneyNow on Google Play Store
- Install and open the app
- Sign in to DisneyNow account
- Note down code from welcome screen
- Navigate to disneynow.com/activate in a browser
- Enter code and tap Continue
- Sign in again on your Android device
When DisneyNow Isn’t Working
Like any app, you might run into issues using DisneyNow from time to time. Here is some troubleshooting advice:
Fix DisneyNow Audio Issues
- Make sure speakers are on and volume is up
- Close and reopen the app
- Force quit other running apps
- Restart your device
- Contact DisneyNow support
Video Not Playing
- Check internet speed (should be >1.5 Mbps)
- Close and relaunch DisneyNow
- Disconnect other devices using internet
- Restart device
- Contact DisneyNow support
Video Buffering or Choppy Playback
- Ensure device meets minimum requirements
- Test internet speed
- Restart DisneyNow app
- Restart device
- Contact DisneyNow via online form
Contact DisneyNow Support
Call 1-855-545-0310 for any other issues activating or using DisneyNow.
I hope this guide helps you get DisneyNow up and running! Let me know if you have any other questions.