How to Install and Activate ESPN on TCL TV

As I am fond of sports, I like to watch popular sports events, such as NBA, MLB, NHL, etc., on my TCL Smart TV. I constantly searched and found that ESPN is the only app that broadcasts live streaming of all popular sports events. So, I installed the ESPN app from the Play Store on my TCL Android TV. If you use TCL TVs that run on Google TV OS, Roku OS, or Fire OS, you can also download the ESPN app from the respective app store of your TV.

In addition to direct installation, I figured out a way to access the ESPN content without installing the official app. This is possible with the help of live TV streaming services like YouTube TV, etc. As most live TV streaming apps have ESPN channels in their channel list, you can install any live TV streaming app on your TCL TV and can stream the ESPN content.

If your TCL TV doesn’t have enough storage space to install apps, then you can use the casting or screen mirroring method to stream ESPN content on your TV without any restrictions. This article includes the step-by-step procedure to install and activate ESPN on TCL Smart TV.

How to Install ESPN on TCL Smart TV

Are you a new user of ESPN? Then, you need to subscribe to the ESPN+ plan on its official website. The basic plan of ESPN+ starts from $10.99 per month. You can also access the content on the ESPN app with a Pay TV subscription.

Once subscribed, connect the TCL TV to stable WIFI and follow the below steps to download the app on your TV.

Download ESPN on TCL Roku TV

1. Switch On your TCL Roku TV and grab your remote controller.

2. Press the Home button on your remote to get the home screen.

3. Now, choose the Streaming Channels option from the left pane of the home screen.

4. On the next screen, select the Search Channels option and tap it.

5. After that, search for the ESPN app and pick the right app from the search results.

6. On the app info page, hit the +Add Channel button to download the app on TCL TV.

Get ESPN on TCL Android TV

1. Turn On your TCL Android TV and make sure it is connected to a stable WIFI network.

2. On the home screen, select the Google Play Store.

3. Hit the Search bar and enter ESPN.

4. Select the official app from the search results and click the Install button on the app info page.

Within a few seconds, the app will be added to your TV.

Install ESPN on TCL Google TV

1. Once you switch On your TCL Google TV, go to the home screen.

2. Look for the Search tab at the top left of the home screen and tap it.

3. Now, use the virtual keyboard to type ESPN.

4. Choose the right application and tap Install to initiate the downloading process.

Add ESPN on TCL Fire TV

1. Power On your TCL Fire TV and get the home screen.

2. On the home screen, tap the Find icon and search for the ESPN app.

3. Pick the right application from the search results and hit the Download/Get button to add the app to your TV.

How to Activate ESPN on TCL Smart TV

If you want to watch your favorite ESPN content, you must activate the app after downloading it on your TCL TV.

1. Open the ESPN app on your TCL TV. Find the Settings icon at the top-right corner and tap it.

2. Choose the Account Information tab from the list of options.

3. Now, a login page will be displayed on your TV screen. You can activate the ESPN app in two ways.

• Provider Account (Activate using the cable TV Provider account)
• ESPN Account (Activate using the ESPN+ subscription)

Activate via TV Provider:

4. Choose the Provider Account option.

5. Now, a list of TV providers will be listed. Choose your desired TV Provider name.

6. After that, log in with your TV Provider account details and finish the sign-in process by tapping the Continue button.

Activate via ESPN+ Subscription:

7. Select the ESPN Account option to get an activation code. Make a note of the code.

8. Launch any browser on your PC and visit the ESPN activation website (https://www.espn.com/activate).

9. Now, enter the code in the required field and click Continue to proceed further.

10. Finally, login using your ESPN+ account credentials.

11. Once done, relaunch the app on your TCL TV and enjoy watching your favorite sports content.

How to Cast ESPN on TCL Smart TV

As the ESPN app has built-in cast support, you can directly cast the content on the TCL TV from your Android Phone. To do so, connect your Android Phone and the TV to the same WIFI network and download the ESPN app from the Play Store. Once done, open the app and play any sports content of your choice. Look for the Cast icon on the app interface and tap it. Then, choose your TCL Smart TV and start streaming the selected sports content on your TV.

How to AirPlay ESPN on TCL Smart TV

Connect the iPhone / iPad and your TV to the same WIFI network and get the ESPN app from the App Store. Now, login to your ESPN account and navigate to the Control Center of your iOS device. Hit the Screen Mirroring option and choose your TCL TV from the available devices. Finally, enjoy streaming your favorite sports content on the big screen.

How to Watch ESPN on TCL TV using Live TV Streaming Services

Below are the live TV streaming apps that offer the ESPN channels. You can also use these apps to watch the ESPN content on your TV.

YouTube TV

YouTube TV comprises ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, and ESPNews channels, along with 100+ live TV channels. You can access content on YouTube TV by subscribing to the Base Plan ($72.99 per month). You can download the YouTube TV app on your TCL Smart TV from the App Store.

Sling TV

By installing Sling TV on TCL TV, you can watch the content from the ESPN, ESPN 2, and ESPN 3 channels. With 50 hours of DVR storage offered by Sling TV, you can even record your favorite ESPN content to watch them later. You need to subscribe to Sling Orange ($40/month) or Sling Orange & Blue ($55/month) to access the ESPN channels on Sling TV.

Hulu + Live TV

The monthly plan of Hulu + Live TV starts from $76.99 per month. By subscribing to Hulu+Live TV, you can stream all the live games offered by ESPN on your TV. Download Hulu on TCL TV and watch thousands of events, score updates, and news of your favorite teams.

How to Fix the ESPN App Not Working on TCL Smart TV

Sometimes, the ESPN app may not work on your TCL TV and will leave you in trouble while streaming your favorite sports content. This issue occurs due to an improper internet connection, server problems, accumulation of unwanted caches, and more. You can get rid of these problems using the troubleshooting steps mentioned below.

• Check the WIFI network: If the Internet connection is slow, you will face issues while streaming the videos. So, connect the TCL Smart TV to a strong WiFi network.
• Clear the Cache on TCL TV: Excessive ESPN app cache results in issues like freezing, app crashing, etc. So, make sure to clear the app cache files on TCL TV to fix the issue.
• Update your TV: An outdated TV may also cause the app to function abnormally. So, it is necessary to check whether the TCL TV is up-to-date. If not, update the TCL TV to its latest firmware.
• Uninstall & reinstall the app: Sometimes, the problem might be with the ESPN app. In this case, it’s better to uninstall and reinstall the app on your TCL Smart TV.
• Reset the TCL TV: If none of the above fixes allows the app to work normally, perform a factory reset on your TCL Smart TV and install the app again.

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