You can activate Viaplay on your Smart TV, Apple TV, or game console by using a short activation code. This process links your TV to your Viaplay account using your phone or computer.
Follow the steps below carefully to complete the activation.
Step 1: Get the Activation Code on Your TV
- Open the Viaplay app on your TV or device.
- Select Log in.
- A 4 character activation code will appear on your TV screen.
- The code may include letters and numbers.
- Keep this screen open. Do not close the app or change screens.
You will need this code to finish the activation.
Step 2: Activate Viaplay Using Your Phone or Computer
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On your mobile phone, tablet, or computer, open a web browser.
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Go to viaplay.com/activate.
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If the page opens normally, continue to log in.
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If you see a Not Available message, use the activation link for your region instead.
Region specific activation links
- Sweden: https://viaplay.se/activate
- Norway: https://viaplay.no/activate
- Denmark: https://viaplay.dk/activate
- Finland: https://viaplay.fi/activate
- Netherlands: https://viaplay.com/nl-nl/activate
Log in using your Viaplay email address and password.
Enter the 4 character code shown on your TV.
Submit the code.
Your TV screen should refresh automatically within a few seconds and log you into Viaplay.
What to Do If Activation Does Not Work
If Viaplay does not activate, check the common issues below.
Fix 1: Activation Code Expired
The activation code only works for a few minutes.
What you should do:
- Go back to the Viaplay app on your TV.
- Select Log in again.
- Generate a new code.
- Repeat the activation steps using the new code.
Fix 2: Service Not Available Error
Viaplay is region locked. This means it only works in certain countries.
You may see this error if:
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You are trying to activate Viaplay from a country where it is not supported.
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You are using a VPN that Viaplay has detected.
What you should do:
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Turn off any VPN.
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Make sure you are physically located in a supported region.
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Use the correct regional activation link.
Important Information for US and UK Users
Viaplay has changed how it operates in some regions.
United States
Viaplay is now mainly available as a channel through other platforms.
You can find Viaplay content on:
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Amazon Prime Video
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The Roku Channel
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Xfinity
In the US, you usually log in using your provider account, not the standalone Viaplay app.
United Kingdom
Viaplay Sports is now known as Premier Sports.
If you are in the UK:
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Download the Premier Sports app instead of Viaplay.
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Log in using your Premier Sports account details.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How long is the Viaplay activation code valid?
The code usually expires within a few minutes.
2. Can I activate Viaplay from my phone only?
No. You need both your TV and a phone or computer to complete activation.
3. Why does viaplay.com/activate say Not Available?
This happens due to region restrictions or VPN usage.
4. Does the activation code include only numbers?
No. The code can include both letters and numbers.
5. Can I use Viaplay outside supported countries?
No. Viaplay is region locked and only works in supported regions.
6. Why does Viaplay not work as a separate app in the US or UK?
Viaplay has changed its business model and now operates through partner platforms in these regions.
