Home Box Office Inc., or HBO was launched in 1972. The difference between HBO NOW and HBO GO is how you subscribe (with or without a TV package).

HBO NOW is an on-demand, streaming service that you buy through a subscription provider (a cable or satellite TV package is not required). INTERNET-ONLY SUBSCRIPTION: Standalone, streaming-only service for about $15 month from a participating provider.

HBO GO is a streaming service included free with your paid HBO subscription through a TV provider (a cable or satellite TV package with HBO is required).

You may connect with HBO via:

NOTE: please visit the site directly to verify the details and obtain more information.

If you are interested in using the HBO NOW app, see below. We have provided a quick “how to” activation guide below for you to access your personal access to watch HBO NOW.

how to activate- HBO NOW App

what you need:

  • internet access
  • other personal information

what to do to activate your Device to watch HBO NOW:

  • or AppleTV:
    • input the activation code from your TV screen
  • for Roku:
    • with a laptop, computer or mobile device, go to: https://activate.hbonow.com/
    • input the activation code from your Roku screen
  • for Xbox One:
    • you will see an activation code on the screen
    • with a laptop, computer or mobile device, go to: https://activate.hbonow.com/
    • input the activation code from your Xbox One screen
  • for amazonfireTV:
    • you will see an activation code on the screen
    • with a laptop, computer or mobile device, go to: https://activate.hbonow.com/
    • input the activation code from your TV screen
  • for Mobile devices:
    • click on the “GET STARTED” button
    • sign in using your username and password for your TV account or watch immediately
  • For PlayStations:
    • download HBO NOW from the PlayStation Store
    • open HBO NOW
    • select “Sign In or Activate Your Device” to get your activation code
    • with a laptop, computer or mobile device, go to: https://activate.hbonow.com/
    • choose PlayStation 3 or Playstation 4 and then choose Continue
  • NOTE: if you are asked to login, sign up online for at least one month free and then login. Click here to create an account and get one month free. OR
  • Step 1: To start your free trial, download the HBO NOW app on a supported device.
  • Step 2: Enter your email. Enter the email address that you want to use with HBO NOW.
  • Step 3: Start your subscription.
  • Step 4: Complete your profile (create a password)
  • Step 5: Stream.