Since 2005, YouTube has been one of the most popular websites on the internet. And after all these years, YouTube is still the number one video sharing platform where people can watch, upload, and comment on videos.
The platform is full of great content and can be accessed from any device as long as that device has an internet connection.
Plus, you can even watch your favorite Youtube channel on TV.
If you have a smart TV, you can activate YouTube in a few minutes. And if you don’t have a smart TV, you can use devices like Kodi, Xbox One, Roku, Playstation, Apple TV, and many more.
The problem with this device is that you need to log into your YouTube account on each device to activate it and start watching videos right away.
We know how difficult it is for some non-techies to activate the free YouTube service on TV. That’s why we’ve created easy-to-understand instructions on how to activate YouTube on your smart device via youtube.com/activate.
So find your device and follow the steps below to enter the code on YouTube and activate it.
Activate YouTube On Smart TV
The whole process of activating YouTube on a Smart TV is simple. However, note that not all models support the YouTube app.
If you have a smart TV made in 2013 or later, please follow the steps below.
STEP 1: Launch the YouTube app on your TV.
STEP 2: Click on the gear icon on the left and open it.
STEP 3: Click Enter.
STEP 4: Your TV will provide you with an activation code. (Don’t close the screen.)
STEP 5: Use your cellphone, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 6: Sign in to Your Google Account.
STEP 7: Enter the activation code via the YouTube app on your TV.
STEP 8: Click Next, select your YouTube account, then click Allow Access when the options appear.
If you have an older TV (produced before 2013) your TV is most likely using the old YouTube Flash app. Here is a guide on how to activate Youtube videos on the old TV.
STEP 1: Launch the YouTube app on your TV.
STEP 2: Click the Enter option on the left.
STEP 3: Your TV will provide you with an activation code. (Don’t close the screen.)
STEP 4: Use your mobile, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 5: Sign in to Your Google Account.
STEP 6: Enter the activation code for the TV that you receive from the YouTube app.
STEP 7: Click on Allow Access when the options appear
Activate YouTube on Roku
If you’re looking for how to activate Roku’s Youtube, you’ll find a guide here. Don’t worry, activation is very easy and only takes a few minutes.
STEP 1: Connect your Roku device to the TV and log in to your Roku account. (Internet connection required!)
STEP 2: Open the home screen by pressing the home button on the remote control.
STEP 3: Click on Channel Store and press OK on the remote control.
STEP 4: Go to the “Top Free” option, search for YouTube and click “OK”.
STEP 5: Now you will see the option to add channels. Select it by clicking OK on the remote control.
STEP 6: Open YouTube Channel.
STEP 7: Go to the gear icon on the left side of the YouTube channel.
STEP 8: Select Sign In and enter your YouTube account information.
STEP 9: Roku will give you a code to activate YouTube. (Don’t close the screen.)
STEP 10: Use your cellphone, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 11: Sign in to Your Google Account.
STEP 12: Enter the Activation Code that Roku gave you.
STEP 13: Click on Allow Access when the options appear.
Activate Youtube on Amazon Fire TV or Firestick
If you have an Amazon Fire TV, you can even watch YouTube videos and control the app via Alexa. Let’s activate Youtube on Amazon Fire TV.
STEP 1: Use Fire TV Search and find YouTube app. Download it.
STEP 2: Open the Youtube application.
STEP 3: Click Enter in the left panel.
STEP 4: Fire TV will provide you with an activation code.
STEP 5: Open the url you see on the screen (youtube.com/activate).
STEP 6: Sign in to your Google account and enter the code.
STEP 7: Click Next, select your Youtube account and grant access.
Activate Youtube on Apple TV
Apple is known for its user friendly interface. So don’t expect the complicated process of activating YouTube on Apple TV. If you still need help, our guide is here.
STEP 1: Go to Login and Settings on Apple TV.
STEP 2: Select the Enter option.
STEP 3: Now you will see a code on your Apple TV. (Don’t close the screen.)
STEP 4: Use your mobile, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 5: Sign in to your Google account and enter the Apple TV authorization code provided. Click next.
STEP 6: Click Allow Access.
Activate Youtube on Samsung TV
There are some Samsung TV models that don’t have the YouTube app. If you have such a model, you need to install the YouTube application or you can use this video service on your TV.
If you already have the YouTube app on your Samsung TV, here are instructions on how to activate it.
STEP 1: Enter Login and Settings.
STEP 2: Select Enter.
STEP 3: You will see an activation code. (Don’t close the screen)
STEP 4: Use your mobile, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 5: Sign in to your Google account and enter the authorization code provided from the Samsung TV. Click next.
STEP 6: Click Allow Access.
Activate YouTube on PlayStation
To activate YouTube on your PlayStation, do the following:
STEP 1: Open your YouTube app on your PlayStation. If you don’t have the YouTube app, download it from the PlayStation Store.
STEP 2: Enter Login and Settings.
STEP 3: Select Enter and press X button.
STEP 4: You need to see the code to activate Youtube on the screen. (Don’t close the screen)
STEP 5: Use your cellphone, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 6: Sign in to Your Google Account.
STEP 7: Enter the code from the Playstation and click Next.
STEP 8: Click on Allow Access when the options appear.
Activate YouTube on Xbox One
Want to know how to activate YouTube on Xbox One? This is exactly the same as on the Playstation. Here’s how to do it:
STEP 1: Open your YouTube app on Xbox One.
STEP 2: Enter Login and Settings.
STEP 3: Select Enter and press X button.
STEP 4: You need to see the code to activate Youtube on the screen. (Don’t close the screen)
STEP 5: Use your cellphone, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 6: Sign in to Your Google Account.
STEP 7: Enter the code from Xbox One and click Next.
STEP 8: Click on Allow Access when the options appear.
Activate Youtube on Nintendo Switch
Even with a powerful Nintendo, you can watch YouTube videos on a Switch device. Below are the steps you need to follow in order to successfully activate YouTube on your Nintendo Switch.
STEP 1: Open the Nintendo eStore on your Nintendo Switch.
STEP 2: Browse YouTube. Download and install.
STEP 3: Click and open the Youtube application.
STEP 4: Select the user to use.
STEP 5: Select the person icon from the list of icons on the left. You see the code.
STEP 6: Use your cellphone, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 7: Sign In To Your Google Account.
STEP 8: Enter the code from the YouTube app and click Next.
STEP 9: Click Allow Access.
Activate YouTube on Kodi
Activating Youtube Kodi is a little tricky. However, our simple guide will teach you how to enter the activation code and access the videos on your Kodi device. Here is what you need to do:
STEP 1: Go to Settings and select Add-ons.
STEP 2: Select Install from Storage / Get Add-ons.
STEP 3: Select Kodi Add-ins Repository. Then select Video Add-ons.
STEP 4: Find Youtube, select it and install it.
STEP 5: Once installed, go to Videos and select Add-ons.
STEP 6: Open Youtube.
STEP 7: Select Enter. The authorization code will now appear on your screen.
STEP 8: Use your mobile, computer or laptop and go to youtube.com/activate.
STEP 9: Sign in to Your Google Account.
STEP 10: Enter the code from the YouTube app and click Next.
STEP 11: Click Allow Access.
Final Thoughts
We hope that the guide we have prepared for you will help you activate YouTube via youtube.com/active. As you may already know, the process is quite simple (always for Kodi).
However, the YouTube application is required to activate the service. So make sure your device supports the application. You will often have the option to download and install applications. Otherwise, your device won’t support YouTube at all.