Are you confused about how to get ITVX on Hisense Smart TV? Then, this article is for you. Downloading ITVX and streaming the platform for free on Hisense TV is so simple, and registering an account on the official website is the only requirement. Unfortunately, Hisense Xumo TV users don’t have the ability to stream ITVX directly. Yet, there are workaround methods available to achieve it. Jump into this guide and get my guidance to do all these with ease.
Pro Tip! The ITVX app is UK-based. So people who are willing to stream it from anywhere in the world should connect a secured Virtual Private Network, like NordVPN with your Hisense TV.
Essential Preparations Before Downloading ITVX on Hisense Smart TV
- Connect the Hisense TV to the internet to carry out ITVX download and streaming of ITV channels and shows of various genres.
- If you want to access ITVX content ad-free and avail yourself of the offline download feature, subscribe to its Premium plans on the subscription website, which cost £5.99/month & £59.99/year.
How to Install ITVX on Supported Hisense TV Models
Choose the installation steps for your respective TV model from the following headings and follow them appropriately to get seamless access to the ITVX app.
Hisense Android TV
Locate the Google Play Store from the Apps section and get into it. Now, enter ITVX on the on-screen keyboard after selecting the Search icon. Search for the app and add it to the Hisense Google TV by clicking on the Install option.
Hisense Google TV
On the Apps section of your Hisense Google TV, select the Search for apps and games field. Search for the ITVX app and wait for the suggestions. Select the right app & click on the Install option on its info page to download it.
Hisense Roku TV
Navigate to the Streaming Store option on the Hisense Roku TV Home screen. Make a search for the ITVX app using the Search tile. When the app appears on the search results, select it & click on the Add app option to commence installation.
Hisense Fire TV
On the Home screen, select the Find icon → Search tab. Type and search ITVX to find the app. Now, select the Download/Get option and install the app on Hisense TV from the Amazon App Store.
Hisense VIDAA TV
Click on any of the VIDAA app store banners that appear on the Home page. Search ITVX within this app store. Then, all you need to do is click on the Install option to add it as one of your Hisense VIDAA TV apps.
How to Activate ITVX App & Watch Content
On the ITVX app you have just installed on your Hisense TV, select the Sign In option. You’ll get 2 options to activate the app now. Both methods are demonstrated in the forthcoming headings.
- Sign in with your phone or laptop
- Sign in with TV Remote
Sign in with your phone or laptop
- Take your mobile phone & scan the QR code displayed on the screen. Or else, open a browser on your mobile or PC and search the website link [www.itv.com/watch/pair] given just below the QR code. Doing any of these will take you to the ITVX activation website.
- Select the Sign In button on the webpage and log in to the website with your ITVX account credentials.
- Then, enter the 6-digit code shown to you on the TV screen and select Continue.
Sign in with TV Remote
- If you are okay with typing on-screen on the Hisense TV using the remote or if you have the Hisense TV remote app paired, select this option.
- In the username and password fields, give in your ITVX account login details using the remote keys or virtual keyboard of the connected remote app.
- Then click on the Sign In button.
The app will validate your login attempt and complete the activation. As a result, the content library of ITVX will start loading. You can choose whatever channel or VOD you like and enjoy streaming it then.
How to Watch ITVX on Hisense Xumo TV
You have two workaround methods to watch ITVX on Hisense Xumo TV models that don’t support the app natively. One is using the Cast or AirPlay option. The other one is using a streaming device. Both methods are elaborated here.
Cast/AirPlay ITVX
Install the ITVX app on your iPhone or Android smartphone [App Store | Google Play Store]. Link the smartphone to the same WIFI network as the Hisense Xumo TV. Launch the ITVX app and select any video. Click on the Cast/AirPlay icon and tap the Hisense Xumo TV name from the devices list. That’s it! You can see the selected video running on the Hisense Xumo TV, too.
Note: Enable the Screen Mirroring option on Hisense TV (for Android mobile) or the Hisense TV AirPlay option (for iPhone) before starting the casting process.
Connect Streaming Device to Watch ITVX
Take a Firestick, Apple TV, or Roku streaming device, whichever is available in your home. Connect it to the HDMI port and select the right input source on your Hisense TV. Access the streaming device’s interface and get into its app store. Then, download the ITVX app. Then, follow the ITVX app activation procedure and start streaming.
Solutions for ITVX on Hisense TV Not Working Issue
- If you have problems signing in to the ITVX app and loading content, check the internet’s normalcy and whether you have entered the correct login credentials without typographical errors.
- Clear the Hisense TV cache to prevent problems on ITVX. Likewise, check the version and update the app on Hisense TV regularly.
- To sort out connection problems while casting, restart the Hisense TV and participating mobile device. Make sure both devices have their latest firmware installed. If not, update the Hisense TV and mobile phone at once.
- iPhone users, do you have a “Sorry, this app doesn’t support AirPlay” message on the ITVX app? Then, update it immediately. Because ITVX is now officially providing AirPlay support.
FAQ
Yes, you can watch ITVX free for 7 days while subscribing to its Premium for the first time.
