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Quickstart Guide

Follow the two easy steps below to start watching 🍿.

step 1

Step 1: Donate & Create a "Plex" account​

NOTE: The following only applies if you're new to BlackCouchTV/Plex. If you're a returning user, you only need to donate and access should be restored automatically.

  1. Donate to BlackCouchTV. Monthly payments are managed by Stripe; cancel anytime.
    • IMPORTANT: use the same email for both Stripe and Plex
  2. Shortly after donating, you should receive an email from noreply@plex.tv.
  3. Click the "I accept the invitation" link in the email and then follow the instructions to sign in, or create a new Plex account.

🔆 If you get stuck or have any questions, just reach out to steve@blackcouchtv.com.


step 2

Step 2: Install Plex & Start watching​

  1. Install the “Plex” app from your TV/Streaming device app store.
    • all major platforms are supported (iOS, Roku, Samsung/LG, Chromecast, Fire TV, etc.)
  2. Open the Plex app, login with the Plex account you created (from Step 1), and start watching 😎.

What's next?
  1. Add more shows & movies to the library: visit request.blackcouchtv.com and login with your Plex account
  2. Add the content request app to your iPhone or Android phone.
  3. Contact the team if you run into issues or have any feedback!
    • after donating, we send you an email with support information