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How to Get HBO Max

It's a standalone streaming service, but it's also included with HBO

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What to Know

HBO subscribers: Go to HBO's site and click Sign in > Sign in with a provider > Select provider > Sign in > Verify.HBO automatically converted HBO Go subscriptions to HBO Max. This article explains how to get HBO Max if you're a cable subscriber, want a standalone subscription, or have a different HBO subscription.

Get HBO Max With a Cable Subscription

HBO Max is free with an HBO cable subscription from supported providers. To access the streaming service, you need to connect your provider account. Go to HBO Max's site and click SIGN IN. Click SIGN IN WITH A PROVIDER. The options include cable and mobile companies and streaming services like Hulu and YouTube TV. Select your provider. If you don't see your provider, click VIEW ALL PROVIDERS. Sign in to that account. Once you're verified by your provider, then you can create an HBO Max account. Input your name and email address, tick the box to agree to HBO Max and terms and privacy policy, and click CREATE ACCOUNT. HBO Max will email you a one-time code to confirm your address and connect the accounts. Input the code and click LINK ACCOUNTS. From now on, you can log in directly to HBO Max without going through your provider. Click OK, GOT IT to finish.

Sign Up for HBO Max Online on Its Own

You can get HBO Max as a separate subscription without having cable. Go to HBO Max's site and click Subscribe Now. Select Choose a Plan. Choose a plan with ads or without, then click Select Plan. Provide your name, email address, and create a password. Then click CREATE ACCOUNT. Next, add a payment method, and follow the prompts to complete the signup.

Get HBO Max as a Channel Add-On

Some streaming services, including Hulu and YouTube TV, offer HBO Max as a channel add-on to your subscription. YouTube TV offers HBO Max as a standalone add-on or as part of its Entertainment Plus bundle, which also includes Starz and Showtime. Check your streaming service to see if it's possible to add HBO Max.

What About HBO Go Subscribers

If you had an HBO Go subscription, it automatically turned into HBO Max. It's the same case if you subscribe to HBO via the Amazon Appstore, Apple, Google Play, Roku Channel Store, Samsung TV, WarnerMedia, Verizon Fios, and some other providers.

Streaming Device Support for HBO Max

Once you've figured out your subscription, you can watch HBO on your TV using AirPlay or Chromecast, or one of these streaming devices: Amazon Fire TV Android TV Apple TV PlayStation 4 PlayStation 5 Roku Samsung Smart TVs Xbox One Xbox Series XS Xfinity X1 and Flex You can watch HBO Max on these mobile devices: Apple iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch (iOS 12.2 or later)Android phone and tablets (Android 5 or later)Amazon Fire tablets (4th generation and later) You can watch HBO Max using a computer Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari (version 12 or later). Supported computers include: Google Chromebooks with Chrome browser version 78 or laterPCs with Windows 7 or laterMac with macOS X 10.10 (Yosemite) or later For more information, see HBO’s list of supported devices. How to Cancel Your HBO Max Subscription Fast How to Connect HBO Max to Your TV With Google Chromecast Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Get HBO Max on Fire Stick How to Cancel Your HBO Max Subscription Fast How to Get HBO Max on Apple TV How to Sign Into HBO Max on Roku How to Stream Sunday Night Football HBO vs. HBO Max: What's The Difference? How to Watch the NBA Livestream (2022-2023 Season) How to Stream the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (2022) How to Live Stream the World Series (2022) How to Watch the NBA Finals Livestream (2023) How to Stream Dune HBO GO vs. HBO NOW: What's the Difference? HBO Max: What It Is and How to Watch It Where to Watch Friends Online Is YouTube TV Worth It? 5 Reasons to Sign Up How to Stream Law and Order Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies