How do I subscribe to Max?
Things to know
- Find out if you already have access to Max (e.g., HBO subscribers).
- You can sign up on your device or through a provider.
Sign up on your device
Choose how you'd like to sign up:
Here's how to subscribe to Max:
- Go to max.com/product.
- Choose a bundle or plan, then continue.
- On the Get Started screen, enter an email address for your Max account (if you already have a Max or HBO Max account, enter your account email).
- Do one of the following:
- New subscribers: Complete the account form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info. Check your email and password message?
- Returning subscribers: Enter your Max (or HBO Max) password and choose Sign In. Forgot password? Try resetting your password.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Fill out the account form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info.
Check your email and password message? - Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Note Check with your app store (Amazon, Apple, Google Play) to find out which payment methods are accepted. Not all payment methods are accepted for recurring subscriptions.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Note Check with your app store (Amazon, Apple, Google Play) to find out which payment methods are accepted. Not all payment methods are accepted for recurring subscriptions.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Here's how to subscribe to Max:
- Go to max.com/product.
- Choose a bundle or plan, then continue.
- On the Get Started screen, enter an email address for your Max account (if you already have a Max or HBO Max account, enter your account email).
- Do one of the following:
- New subscribers: Complete the account form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info. Check your email and password message?
- Returning subscribers: Enter your Max (or HBO Max) password and choose Sign In. Forgot password? Try resetting your password.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Choose how you'd like to sign up:
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Finish signing up on your phone or TV:
Use a Code (finish on your phone)To finish signing up on your phone:
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/signup. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Fill out the account form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info. Check your email and password message?
Use Email Address (finish on your TV)To finish signing up on your TV:
- Choose Use Email Address.
- Enter your first and last name, then continue.
- Enter your email address and password, and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info.
Check your email and password message?
- Do one of the following:
- Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/vidaa. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/signin. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/lge. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Complete the form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info.
Check your email and password message? - Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/signin. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- In Max, choose Subscribe Now.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/sony. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Complete the form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info.
Check your email and password message? - Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/signin. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Next, you'll have two options:
- Choose Continue to share your Roku account information (your name and email address).
- Choose Cancel and enter your account information manually.
- Review your email address and create a password, then choose Continue.
- Review your name and choose Create Account.
Check your email and password message? - Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
You can subscribe to Max when you activate your new Roku device. Here's how:
- Turn on your new Roku device and follow the on-screen setup instructions. Need help? Go to How to activate a Roku device.
- Enter your email address for your Roku account.
- On your phone or computer, open the email from Roku and select the activation link. Follow the instructions to create a new Roku account or log in to your existing account.
- On the Offers page, choose Max from the suggested channels and then choose Show offers.
Note You can also download the Max app from the Roku Channel Store and sign up. - Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Confirm your subscription.
- Go back to your Roku device and open the Max app.
- Enter a password for your account and choose Create Password. You'll sign in using your Roku account email and the password you create.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe.
- Choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/vizio. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Complete the form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info.
Check your email and password message? - Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/signin. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. TV code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/xbox. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. Code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Complete the form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info.
Check your email and password message? - Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Do one of the following:
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
-or- - On your phone or computer, go to max.com/signin. Then, enter the 6-digit code from your TV. Code not working?
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan and billing period, then continue.
- Add your payment method and start your subscription.
- On your TV, choose Start Streaming and you're ready to watch Max.
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Are you a new or returning Max (or HBO Max) subscriber?
- Open Max on your Xumo TV and choose Subscribe Now.
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan, then continue.
- Add your payment method and choose Save.
- Review your information and choose Confirm.
- Choose Activate, then complete the form and choose Create Account. You'll sign in with this info.
Check your email and password message?
Now, you can sign in and stream Max on any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
- Open Max on your Xumo TV and sign in to your Max (or HBO Max) account. Can't sign in?
- Choose Renew Subscription.
- Open your phone's camera app and point your camera at the QR code on your TV. Then, tap the link that appears on your phone (iPhone or Android QR steps).
- Choose a subscription plan, then continue.
- Add your payment method and choose Save.
- Review your information and choose Confirm.
- Choose Activate.
Now, you can start streaming on your Xumo TV or any supported device. Your subscription will auto-renew on a recurring basis until you cancel.
Need help? Go to Troubleshooting.
Sign up through a provider
Subscription plans vary by provider. For a complete list of providers, go to Max providers.
Choose how you'd like to sign up:
Max is available with select AT&T wireless and internet plans. To find out which plans, go to Do I already have access to Max?
If your AT&T plan includes access to Max, download the Max app and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose AT&T on the Connect Your Provider screen).
You can add Max to your Cox TV package. Here's how to subscribe on your Cox device:
- Press the Home or Contour button on your Cox voice remote, then choose Apps > Max.
- Choose Subscribe Now.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe through Cox.
Your subscription will auto-renew each month until you cancel it.
Once you've subscribed, open the Max app and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose Cox on the Connect Your Provider screen).
The Max With Ads plan is included with some Chegg subscriptions. For more info, go to Do I already have access to Max?
If your Chegg subscription includes access to Max, you need to activate Max before you can sign in and stream. To learn how, go to Chegg's Activate Max article.
The Max With Ads plan is included with some Cricket Wireless Unlimited plans. To find out which plans, go to Do I already have access to Max?
If your Cricket Wireless plan includes access to Max, download the Max app and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose Cricket on the Connect Your Provider screen).
You can add Max to your DIRECTV package. Here's how to subscribe on your DIRECTV device:
- Open Max and choose Subscribe Now.
- Scan the QR code on your TV with your phone's camera or go to max.com/directvsubscribe.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe through DIRECTV.
Your subscription will auto-renew each month until you cancel it. - Go back to your TV and choose Next Step.
- Choose Connect Your Provider.
- Follow the Connect your provider steps (choose DIRECTV on the Connect Your Provider screen).
You can add Max to your Disney+ plan via the Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle. For more info, go to the Disney+ article Disney+, Max, Hulu Bundle.
Once you add Max via the bundle, activate your Max account, and sign in.
The Max With Ads plan is included with the DashPass Annual Plan. For more info, go to Do I already have access to Max?
If your DashPass subscription includes access to Max, you need to activate Max on DoorDash before you can sign in and stream. To activate Max, follow the sign up for Max steps in the DoorDash Max & DashPass Annual Plan Offer article.
You can add Max to your Hulu plan via the Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle. For more info, go to the Hulu article Disney+, Max, Hulu Bundle.
Once you add Max via the bundle, activate your Max account, and sign in.
You can add Max to your Hulu plan at hulu.com/max. For more info, go to Hulu's Max Add-on article.
Once you add Max to your Hulu plan, download the Max app, and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose Hulu on the Connect Your Provider screen).
Amazon Prime members can add Max to Prime Video Channels. To subscribe through Amazon Prime, go to amazon.com/channels/max. When you sign up, you can choose the Ad-Free or With Ads monthly plan.
Once you add Max, you can stream all of Max using the Prime Video app. To stream using the Max app, download the Max app and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose Prime Video on the Connect Your Provider screen).
Verizon Fios
You can add Max as a premium channel via Verizon Fios. To get started, go to verizon.com/home/fios-tv/premium-channels.
Once you add Max, download the Max app and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose Verizon on the Connect Your Provider screen).
Verizon +play
You can add Max on Verizon +play. Here's how:
- Go to verizon.com/plusplay/pdp/max.
- Find Max and choose Get it now.
- On the 'Now create your Max account' screen, select your Max plan and you'll be redirected to Max.com. Or check your inbox for an email from Verizon, and select the ‘Activate’ link.
- Follow the prompts to create a Max account (or link your existing Max account). You'll use this account to sign in to Max.
Now, you're ready to download the Max app and sign in on any supported device.
Verizon myPlan
If you have an eligible myPlan Unlimited plan, you can sign up for the Netflix & Max perk. To get started, go to Verizon Netflix & Max perk.
You can add Max to your Xfinity TV package. When you sign up, you can choose the Ad-Free or With Ads monthly plan. Here's how to subscribe on your Xfinity device:
- Press the Home or Xfinity button on your Xfinity voice remote, choose Apps > Max.
- Choose Subscribe Now.
- Choose the Ad-Free or With Ads plan.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to subscribe through Xfinity.
- Your first charge happens when you start your subscription. Your subscription will auto-renew each month until you cancel.
Once you've subscribed, open Max and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose Xfinity on the Connect Your Provider screen).
You can add Max to your YouTube TV membership. For more info, go to YouTube TV's Add extra channels article.
Once you add Max to your YouTube TV membership, download the Max app and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose YouTube on the Connect Your Provider screen).
You can subscribe to Max through YouTube Primetime Channels. Here's how:
- Go to YouTube.com and choose Movies & TV.
- Under Primetime Channels, select the Max channel, and then choose Subscribe.
For more info, go to YouTube TV's Purchase and watch Primetime Channels article.
Once you add Max, you can stream all of Max using Primetime Channels on YouTube. To stream using the Max app, download the Max app and follow the Connect your provider steps (choose YouTube on the Connect Your Provider screen).
Contact your TV provider to add HBO or Max to your TV package. For a complete list of providers, go to Max providers.
Once you add HBO or Max to your TV package, download the Max app, and follow the Connect your provider steps.
Troubleshooting
If you get this message, there may already be a Max (or HBO Max) account with the email address you entered.
In this case, do one of the following:
- Sign in. Sign in using the email address you entered on the 'Create Your Account' screen. If you have trouble signing in, try resetting your password.
- Enter another email address. Enter a different email address for your Max account.
If you're still having trouble subscribing, contact us.
If the 6-digit code isn't working, here are some things to try:
- Try scanning the QR code on your TV with your phone's camera app.
- Try using a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Safari).
- Try using a private or incognito browser window.
- Try signing up on a different device.
Try signing out and then back in again. Here's how:
- In Max, do one of the following:
- Phone, tablet, or computer: Choose your profile and then choose Sign Out.
- TV device: Choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
- Sign in to Max and try to watch something.
If this doesn't help, go to Fix a Max subscription issue.
If you're signing up at max.com, go to Can't add a payment method.
If you're signing up through the Max app, check with your app store to find out which payment methods are accepted. Not all payment methods are accepted for recurring subscriptions.
If you're signing up through another provider, check with them to find out what payment methods they accept.
Sometimes we'll ask you to solve a puzzle to help keep your account secure. If you're having trouble with the Captcha puzzle challenge, choose Try another puzzle or Restart to start the challenge over.
You can also choose Audio Challenge to secure your account another way.