How to Activate 10 Play: 10 Play (formerly known as TENplay) is the free ad-supported streaming service of Australia’s Network 10. It offers live-TV, catch-up episodes, on-demand content, sport and more. If you have a compatible Smart TV (Apple TV, Android TV) you can install the app, generate an activation code on the TV, then link the device via a web browser to your 10 Play account.
Step-by-Step: How to Activate 10 Play on Apple TV or Android TV
1. Install the 10 Play App
On your Apple TV (or Android TV device) open the App Store (or Google Play / built-in store) and search for “10 Play”.
Download and install the app.
Make sure your TV’s software and the 10 Play app are up to date. Compatibility for smart TVs is supported for Apple TV app version 6.2.0 and above, Android TV app version 6.2.0 and above.
2. Open the App and Generate the Activation Code
Launch the 10 Play app on the TV.
Navigate to “Sign in” or “Activate Device” (often on a sidebar or menu).
The screen will show a unique activation code (often 5 characters) and possibly a QR code. Make a note of the code.
3. Visit the Activation Page
Using a different device (phone, laptop, or tablet), open a browser and go to: https://10play.com.au/activate.
Log in with your 10 Play account. In case you are not having an account, you will be required to create one (email + password or social sign-in depending on the options available).
4. Input the Activation Code
After login, a window will pop up saying “Enter your activation code”.
Put the 5-character code in the space provided just like it is on the screen of the TV (case-sensitivity may not matter).
Press “Activate” or “Submit”.
5. Confirmation & Streaming
A confirmation message on the webpage should appear after the successful activation.
Change the view to your television, it should automatically sign in (or refresh) and then you can start streaming.
Restart the app if nothing is showing on your TV screen, or the device if the problem persists.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
The code doesn’t show on TV: Check if the app is the latest version, if the internet connection of the TV is good, and if needed restart the device.
The code says “invalid”: The code is only valid for a limited time. If it is already expired, go back in the app, sign out and in or navigate to the activation option again to get a new code.
If the app is not in your TV’s store or your TV is incompatible: Verify that your TV model is supported. For instance: Apple TV app version 6.2.0+, Android TV app version 6.2.0+.
Region restrictions: If you are not in Australia or using a VPN, you might get a message like “Sorry, 10 Play is not available in your region.” Bandwith problems / buffering: Make sure that your TV is connected to a stable internet source and if possible use a wired connection or make sure that the WiFi signal is strong.
Re-installing helps with most issues: The removal of the app, reinstalling it, and then doing the activation again is the method that most people use to solve the problem that keeps coming back with their devices.
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How to Activate 10 Play: FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What devices can be used for 10 Play activation?
A1. The devices which 10 Play can activate and be used are Apple TV (app version 6.2.0+), Android TV devices (app version 6.2.0+), Samsung TVs (2018 and newer), LG TVs with WebOS 3.0+, Hisense TV app version 0.50.56+, and various set-top boxes like Fetch TV Gen 3+ and Foxtel iQ boxes.
Q2. Can anyone use 10 Play without subscriptions or payment?
A2. 10 Play is free and (ad-supported) hence anybody can use it. The only thing that a user should do is to sign in or register an account, install the app, and if necessary, activate the device. There is no need for credit card standard access.
Q3. Is it possible only with a mobile phone to activate a device?
A3. The activation code process must use TV (or streaming device) since the code is displayed there. After that, you take another device (phone, tablet, laptop) and go to the activation page where you input the code. So the phone is only used to go to the activation page while the TV is the one that must show the code.
Q4. What can I do if my code is invalid/expired?
A4. You just have to head back to the app on your TV, do a sign out/sign in or re-select the “Activate Device” option: a fresh code will be generated by the app. Then, it is a matter of time before it is used again. The reason for codes not being valid for a long time is that they have a time limit.
Q5. I am outside Australia/ using a VPN, can I still use 10 Play?
A5. 10 Play is a geo-restricted service and is only available in Australia. So if you are outside the country or your IP is detected to be outside Australia, you will most probably get a message saying that the service is not available in your region.
Q6. I deleted the 10 Play app; how do I re-activate my device?
A6. Re-install the app on the TV, open it, and you may need to go through the activation process again (i.e., generate code on TV, go to activation webpage, enter code). Your account remains the same; you’re just linking the app again.
Q7. How many devices can I link to one 10 Play account?
A7. The official documentation doesn’t specify a hard device-limit publicly for free accounts. However, if you switch or add devices often, you may need to deactivate old ones or log out of them. If you encounter problems, contact Network 10 support.
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