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How to watch Showmax on the smart TV app

How to watch Showmax on the smart TV app →

Here’s how to get Showmax on your smart TV – and what to do if you don’t have one yet.

What devices can I use?

What devices can I use? →

Your Showmax subscription lets you watch on two devices at the same time and you can register up to five devices to watch on. Here’s a list of all the devices you can watch Showmax on, plus info on how to manage them and to limit your data use.

How to upgrade to Showmax Pro

How to upgrade to Showmax Pro →

To live stream selected sports events on your phone, tablet, smart TV or PC across Africa, upgrade to Showmax Pro.

How to get the Showmax app

How to get the Showmax app →

Downloading the iOS, Android, smart TV, Huawei, Xbox One or PS4 app for Showmax is easy. Here’s how.

What’s the difference between Showmax Mobile and Showmax Standard?

What’s the difference between Showmax Mobile and Showmax Standard? →

Showmax Mobile is perfect for anyone streaming on a smartphone. Standard is ideal for Showmax fans who use more than one device.

How to set up a Showmax Profile for your kids

How to set up a Showmax Profile for your kids →

Make sure your kids are protected from inappropriate content using Showmax’s Profiles feature.

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How to: Manage your data

Stream Showmax for less data

Stream Showmax for less data →

The Max Data Saving mode that uses just 50MB per hour. This is currently available within the iOS mobile version of the Showmax app.

How to download series to watch during loadshedding

How to download series to watch during loadshedding →

Don’t let load shedding leave you with nothing to do. Stay entertained with the Showmax app and download your favourite shows to watch offline.

Top data deals for streaming

Top data deals for streaming →

Vodacom, MTN and Telkom bring you some great data deals that will keep you streaming all month long.

How to download Lockdown S5

How to download Lockdown S5 →

We’re only a week away from experiencing yet another riveting season of Lockdown. Find out how you can download the show and watch at your leisure.

How to download with Showmax: everything you need to know

How to download with Showmax: everything you need to know →

Showmax downloads are only available on phones and tablets – here’s how it works.

How to save data on Showmax using bandwidth capping and downloads

How to save data on Showmax using bandwidth capping and downloads →

Showmax‘s bandwidth capping and downloads features can dramatically reduce how much data is needed to stream.

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How to: DStv and Showmax

How do I watch Showmax on DStv?

How do I watch Showmax on DStv? →

You’ve heard about Showmax and now you want to try it for yourself? Here’s what you need to know.

Your guide to Showmax and the DStv Explora

Your guide to Showmax and the DStv Explora →

Got questions about using Showmax with your DStv Explora in South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya? We answer them all right here!

How to get Showmax as a DStv subscriber in Kenya for zero extra cost

How to get Showmax as a DStv subscriber in Kenya for zero extra cost →

As a DStv subscriber in Kenya, you get Showmax added to your DStv subscription at no extra cost.

How to: Popular questions

How to pay for Showmax with Google Play

How to pay for Showmax with Google Play →

Pay for Showmax via Google Play with these easy steps.

How to live chat with Showmax

How to live chat with Showmax →

Find out how to live chat with Showmax to get all your questions about the service answered in record time!

How to pay for Showmax

How to pay for Showmax →

Don’t have a credit card? Shy when it comes to making online payments? No problem – you can still get Showmax.

How to download series to watch during loadshedding

How to download series to watch during loadshedding →

Don’t let load shedding leave you with nothing to do. Stay entertained with the Showmax app and download your favourite shows to watch offline.

How to pay for Showmax with M-Pesa

How to pay for Showmax with M-Pesa →

Paying for Showmax with M-Pesa is easy! Simply choose M-Pesa as your payment method when you’re logged into your Showmax account.

Does Showmax have SuperSport?

Does Showmax have SuperSport? →

Yes, Showmax does have SuperSport – you’ll need a Showmax Pro subscription to start watching live sport online or on your phone.

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How to: Get Started

How to pay for Showmax with Google Play

How to pay for Showmax with Google Play →

Pay for Showmax via Google Play with these easy steps.

How to pay for Showmax

How to pay for Showmax →

Don’t have a credit card? Shy when it comes to making online payments? No problem – you can still get Showmax.

How does Showmax work in Nigeria?

How does Showmax work in Nigeria? →

Showmax has the best movies and series. Find out how much Showmax costs, Showmax plans, and how to pay for Showmax in Nigeria.

Showmax adds MTN MoMo payments in Zambia

Showmax adds MTN MoMo payments in Zambia →

Now Zambian fans are able to pay for their Showmax subscription with MTN MoMo. 

How to sign up for Showmax with MTN MoMo in Ghana, Uganda and Zambia

How to sign up for Showmax with MTN MoMo in Ghana, Uganda and Zambia →

Good news for Ghana, Uganda and Zambia. It’s easy to pay for Showmax using your phone and MTN MoMo. Here’s how to do it.

How to get Showmax to watch I Am LAYCON

How to get Showmax to watch I Am LAYCON →

Laycon fans, this step-by-step guide will get you signed up on Showmax in under five minutes.

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