STARZ is a leading premium cable and satellite television network that has become a major player in the streaming world. With a STARZ subscription, you gain access to a vast library of exclusive original series, hit movies, and other popular entertainment. Getting started is quick and easy.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through how to activate STARZ step-by-step on any device so you can start watching your favorite content right away.
Signing Up for STARZ
The first step to activating STARZ is creating an account. Here’s how to subscribe:
- Go to STARZ.com in a web browser
- Click the “Start Your Free Trial” button
- Select a subscription plan – monthly or annual billing
- Create an account by entering your email address and password
- Provide payment information and complete the sign up
STARZ offers two convenient subscription options:
- A monthly plan for $8.99/month
- An annual plan for $74.99/year (saves you about 30%)
Both plans come with an introductory 7-day free trial period. You can cancel anytime during the trial without being charged. This gives you a risk-free way to test drive STARZ and browse the content before committing to a paid subscription.
Once your account is set up, you’re ready to add STARZ to your devices and start streaming. A single STARZ subscription allows you to watch on up to 4 devices simultaneously.
Activating STARZ on Supported Devices
After signing up, the next step is adding the STARZ channel or app to the devices you want to watch on. STARZ supports a wide range of popular streaming devices and platforms:
- Roku
- Apple TV
- Xbox One & Xbox 360
- Android TV & Chromecast
- Samsung Smart TV
- iOS (iPhone & iPad)
- Android mobile devices
- Amazon Fire TV & Fire Tablet
- Web browsers on PC/Mac
- Twitch
The exact steps to activate STARZ varies slightly between devices, but the general process is similar:
- Download and install the STARZ channel/app from your device’s app store
- Launch the STARZ app and sign in with your account
- Enter the activation code provided on-screen at STARZ.com/activate
- Once authenticated, you’ll have full access to the STARZ library
To help you get going quickly, here are specific steps for some common devices:
1. Roku
The process of adding STARZ to this device is quite easy. It is the same as adding a channel.
Steps to Add STARZ on Roku
- 1. Sign in to Roku if you wish to.
- 2. Choose the home option and then Streaming Channels.
- 3. Find a STARZ channel.
- 4. Click on OK and then add the channel.
- 5. Type the pin, if there is any, to confirm the step.
- 6. From the list of your channels, launch that STARZ channel.
- 7. Use the login details of STARZ to log in.
- 8. Go to STARZ with the help of any device.
- 9. Type the code on the window within the desired box on the site page.
- 10. Hit on the Submit option to get your device registered.
We hope that the steps are clear to you. If you follow the steps in a proper sequence, you will not face any problems executing the process.
2. Apple TV
To avail of the services of STARZ on Apple TV, one must have the STARZ application. Now, follow the steps written below to sign with a code.
Steps to Execute the Process
- 1. Go to Apple TV and open App Store.
- 2. Find STARZ Play and download it.
- 3. Choose the application from the home window.
- 4. Login with the account details of STARZ.
- 5. Visit STARZ with any device.
- 6. Type the code visible on the screen into the required field on the website page.
- 7. Choose the Submit button to get the device registered.
Registering for Apple TV will begin as soon as you fill in the code. You will be able to see every television show and movie that is available at a particular time. The steps are almost similar to the previous one.
3. Xbox
The STARZ is completely compatible with the Xbox One and Xbox 360. Moreover, it is free, and you can easily download STARZ Play from the App Store.
Steps to Perform the Process
- 1. Set up your Xbox.
- 2. Now, sign in to the Xbox.
- 3. Look for the STARZ Play application and download it.
- 4. Verify the installation when asked.
- 5. Choose STARZ Play.
- 6. Login with the account details of STARZ.
- 7. Go to STARZ with any device.
- 8. Fill in the code into the required field on the page.
- 9. Hit on the Submit option to register your device.
The Xbox will show a collection of television shows and movies as soon as you register. You can select the ones you wish to watch.
4. Smart TV
You must be pretty clear about the steps by now. All you need to do is add the STARZ Play application to the device, sign in with your account, fill in the code to activate, and start watching. The same procedure is followed for Smart television too.
Steps to Execute the Process
- 1. Power on the smart television and start accessing the application store.
- 2. Find STARZ Play on the list and begin the installation process.
- 3. Login with the help of the account details of STARZ.
- 4. Head to the STARZ with any device.
- 5. Type the code on the screen in the required field on the website page.
- 6. Now, choose the Submit option to register the device.
We are not sure if STARZ is compatible with every Smart television. However, it works smoothly on Samsung Smart TVs.
5. iPhone
The same procedure applies to iPhone Operating Systems (OS) too.
Steps to add STARZ Play to iPhone
- 1. Go to the App Store and find the STARZ Play application.
- 2. Install STARZ Play.
- 3. Login with the account details of STARZ Play.
- 4. Go to STARZ with any device.
- 5. Fill the code into the required field on the website page.
- 6. Choose the Submit option to get your device registered.
Now, you will see a bunch of content to watch. Select the ones that you wish to watch.
6. Android
STARZ Play is now available in the Play Store so that all Android users can fully use it.
Steps to Activate STARZ on Android
- 1. Open the Play Store on your Android device.
- 2. Search for the STARZ Play application.
- 3. As soon as you find the app, begin the process of downloading.
- 4. Let the download process finish, then install the app.
- 5. Launch the application.
- 6. Login with the account details of STARZ.
- 7. Head to the STARZ with any device.
- 8. Type the code in the required field on the website page.
After all these steps, you will be able to watch any movie or television show on an Android device with STARZ Play.
Troubleshooting Activation Problems
While activating STARZ is usually smooth, sometimes things don’t work as expected. If you hit a snag during the process, here are some tips:
- Double check that you’re entering the correct activation code. They are case-sensitive.
- Make sure you have a stable internet connection. If it’s weak or spotty, try moving closer to your router.
- Verify that your STARZ subscription is active and hasn’t expired.
- Check that your device meets the minimum system requirements for the STARZ app.
- Try restarting the STARZ app as well as your device to flush out any bugs.
- If you’re still having issues, contact STARZ customer support for further assistance at 1-855-247-9175.
Watching STARZ Content
Congratulations, you’ve finished activating STARZ! You now have on-demand access to an extensive collection of premium entertainment. Here are some key things to know:
- The STARZ library includes a rotating selection of popular movies from major Hollywood studios, plus complete seasons of original STARZ series, other TV shows, and documentaries.
- Browse content by category (e.g. movies vs series), genre, or what’s currently featured on the homepage.
- Use the Search function to find specific titles, actors, or keywords.
- Tap or click on a title to see more details and begin playback.
- For movies, you can watch live on the STARZ TV channels or on-demand anytime.
- Full seasons of STARZ Original series are typically all available at once for binging.
- The app allows you to pick up watching where you left off on any device.
- You can also download most content to the mobile STARZ app for offline viewing.
Cancelling Your STARZ Subscription
Not loving STARZ? No problem. It’s easy to cancel your subscription at any time:
- Log into your account at STARZ.com
- Go to the Subscription page
- Click “Cancel Subscription“
- Confirm the cancellation
Alternatively, you can cancel through your device’s app store or the billing method you used. Refer to their support pages for precise steps.
If you cancel during the free trial window, you won’t be charged anything. However, outside the trial window, you generally won’t receive a refund for partial billing periods – your service will run until the end of the period you last paid for.
Note that simply deleting the STARZ app from a device does NOT cancel your account. You must cancel using one of the methods above or you’ll continue to be billed.
FAQs
- Can I activate Starz on multiple devices?
- Yes, you can activate Starz on multiple devices using the same account.
- Do I need a cable or satellite subscription to activate Starz?
- No, Starz is a standalone streaming service and does not require a cable or satellite subscription.
- Are there any additional costs for activating Starz on my device?
- Starz may require a subscription fee to access its content. Please check their website for the most up-to-date pricing information.
- Can I download movies and shows from Starz for offline viewing?
- Yes, Starz allows you to download select movies and shows for offline viewing on supported devices.
- How do I cancel my Starz subscription?
- You can manage and cancel your Starz subscription through your account settings on their website or through the app store associated with your device.
Final Thoughts
STARZ makes it simple to get set up on virtually any device. By following the activation steps in this guide, you’ll be streaming world-class entertainment in no time. Don’t forget that you can sample everything STARZ has to offer risk-free for 7 days.
With your new STARZ subscription, be sure to check out acclaimed original series like Outlander, Power, Spartacus, American Gods, and much more. Happy viewing!
For additional help with activation or any other issues, visit the STARZ support site.
