Getting a CTV login allows you to watch a wide range of TV shows and live channels on different devices. Here is how you can get set up.
Use Your TV Provider Login
The most direct way to access all of CTV’s content is by using your existing Canadian TV service provider account. If you have a subscription with a provider like Bell, Rogers, or Telus, you already have what you need.
Here’s what you do:
- Go to the CTV website ctv.ca/activate or open the CTV app on your device.
- Look for the “Log In” or “Sign In” button, usually at the top right of the screen.
- You will see a list of television providers. Choose yours from the list.
- A new window will open, asking for the login details for your TV provider. Enter the same username and password you use to pay your bill or manage your account.
Once you log in, you can stream live TV and watch on-demand shows included in your subscription package.
Create a Free Bell Media Account
If you don’t have a TV provider, you can still create a free Bell Media Account. You can sign up on the CTV website ctv activate. This account gives you access to some content and features, but you won’t get everything. For full access to live programming and the latest episodes, you generally need to link a TV service provider account.
Watch on Your Favorite Devices
You can log in and watch CTV on computers, smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs.
- On your computer: Simply visit the CTV.ca website and select the “Log In” option.
- On a smartphone or tablet: Download the CTV app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once installed, tap the account icon to sign in with your TV provider.
- On a Smart TV or streaming device: If you have an Apple TV, Roku, or Amazon Fire TV, you first need to download the CTV app from the device’s app store. When you open the app for the first time, it will display an activation code on your TV screen. You then need to go to ctv.ca/activate on a separate device, like your phone or computer, enter the code, and sign in with your TV provider credentials. Your smart TV app will automatically update, giving you full access.
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What if You Don’t Have a TV Provider?
You can still watch a good amount of content without any login or subscription. CTV Throwback and CTV Movies are available for free to everyone. These sections offer thousands of hours of classic TV shows and films without requiring a sign-in.
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How to Watch from Outside Canada
CTV is geographically restricted to Canada. If you are in another country, you will need a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to access the service. A VPN makes it appear as if you are browsing from Canada.
To do this, you need to:
- Sign up for a VPN service that has servers in Canada.
- Connect to a Canadian server through the VPN app.
- Once connected, visit the CTV website or download the app. If you are on a mobile device, you might need to change your app store’s region to Canada to find and download the CTV app.
After setting up the VPN, you can follow the regular sign-in or account creation steps.