How to Use the Plex App on Android and iOS

The Plex mobile app lets you stream movies, TV shows, music, and your personal media library on Android and iOS. After signing in, you can enjoy your content anywhere. If you're activating Plex on a TV or streaming device, simply visit plex.tv/link to enter your code and link your account. 

The Plex app is a mobile application that connects you to your Plex account and media library. Once you sign in, you can:

• Stream your personal movies, TV shows, and music.

• Watch free ad-supported movies and TV shows.

• Access live TV channels.

• Organize photos and videos.

• Continue watching content across multiple devices.

• Download media for offline viewing (Plex Pass required).

For Android

1. Open the Google Play Store.

2. Search for Plex: Stream Movies & TV.

3. Tap Install.

4. Wait for the app to download and install.

For iPhone and iPad

1. Open the Apple App Store.

2. Search for Plex: Stream Movies & TV.

3. Tap Get.

4. Install the application and launch it.

After opening the app:

1. Tap Sign In.

2. Enter your Plex account email and password.

3. If you don't have an account, select Create Account and complete the registration.

4. Once signed in, your media libraries will appear automatically if your Plex Media Server is available.

To stream your personal content:

1. Make sure your Plex Media Server is running.

2. Ensure your phone and server are connected to the internet.

3. Open the Plex app.

4. Select your server from the sidebar.

5. Browse your available libraries.

Your movies, TV shows, music, and photos will now be ready to stream.

Besides your own media collection, Plex also offers free entertainment.

Open the Discover, Movies & Shows, or Live TV section to explore:

• Free movies

• Popular TV series

• Live news

• Sports channels

• Entertainment programming

• Kids' content

Simply tap any title to begin streaming.

For the best experience:

• Keep the Plex app updated.

• Maintain a stable Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.

• Update your Plex Media Server regularly.

• Organize your media with accurate titles and artwork.

• Enable automatic library updates.

Plex App Won't Connect

• Verify your internet connection.

• Confirm your Plex Media Server is online.

• Restart the app and your server.

Videos Buffer Frequently

• Lower the streaming quality.

• Use a faster Wi-Fi connection.

• Close background apps consuming bandwidth.

Media Library Doesn't Appear

• Refresh your libraries.

• Check that the server is signed into the same Plex account.

• Ensure remote access is enabled if streaming away from home.

App Keeps Crashing

• Update the app.

• Restart your device.

• Clear the app cache (Android).

• Reinstall the application if needed.