Overview

 👋 Welcome to Fubo! This guide helps you get started with the Fubo app on your Vizio Smart TV from start to finish.

In this article:

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• Set Up & Install
• Sign In to Fubo
• Browsing the Fubo Home Screen
• Basic Vizio Controls
• Search
• Watching Live & On-Demand
• Filters & Personalization
• Account & Billing
• Get More Help

📲 Set Up & Install

No downloading is required on compatible Vizio SmartCast TVs. To find the Fubo app:

1. Press the V or Home key near the center of your remote
2. Look under All Available Applications for the Fubo app

To be sure your TV is compatible with Fubo, see 👉 What devices can I watch Fubo on? 

🔑 Sign In to Fubo

You can sign in two ways:

• Using a code (recommended): Open the app on your TV and follow the on-screen instructions. On a phone, tablet, or computer, visit the link shown onscreen, enter the code, and you’ll be logged in instantly.
   
• Using your email and password: Select Sign In with Email, then enter your Fubo login credentials.

💡 Quick Tips

• Codes expire in 5 minutes ⏰.
   
• Refresh the page for a new code if needed.
   
• Don’t have a Fubo account? Create one here.
   
• Forgot your password? Reset it here.
   
• Still not working? Try Sign In with Email manually.
   

🏠 Browsing the Fubo Home Screen

On the Fubo home screen, you’ll find:

• Guide: Browse live and upcoming programs across all your channels.
   
• Sports, Shows, Movies: Explore by category or genre.
   
• My Stuff: Quickly access your favorites, recordings, and recently watched shows.
   

💡 Tip: Select All in the Guide to see every channel included in your plan.

ℹ️ Basic Vizio Controls

1. Select Guide from the main navigation menu in your Fubo app.
2. Use the up, down, left, or right arrow buttons on your remote to browse channels and programs.
3. Press OK or Enter on your remote to choose a program or menu item.
4. Use the Back Button

• First press: While focused on the current time slot, press Back once to highlight the channel card in the selected row.
• Second press: Press Back again to return to the top of the guide.
• Third press: Press Back a third time to return to the main navigation menu.

🔍 Search 

Looking for something specific? Here’s a few ways to do that:

• Search: Use the on-screen keyboard to search by title, team, or network.

💡 Pro Tip: Searching by network name (like ESPN or MTV) shows what’s currently airing live on that channel.

🎥 Watching Live & On-Demand

• Live TV: Go to the Guide and select what’s currently airing.
   
• On-Demand: Access shows, movies, and past episodes anytime.
   
• Restart/Look-back: Missed the beginning? Restart the program or watch from earlier in the day (where available).

💡 Pro Tip: While watching live, press and hold the back button on your remote to return to the previous channel.

🔽 Filters & Personalization

Use filters to customize your experience. 

Apply filters in the Guide to browse by genre—like Live Sports, Trending, or Just Added.

Popular filters on Fubo:

• Sports: The Sports filter allows you to set up for every approaching season. 
  • Choose your sports, league and team all within the Sports page.
  • Set sporting events to record ahead of time.
  • Follow your favorite team so that you never miss a game.
• Movies: Browse through movie categories like:
  • Trending Now
  • Edge-of-your-seat Thrillers 
  • For the Kids
• Favorites:
  • Highlight any channel in the Guide and select Add to Favorites.
  • Your favorites appear at the top of the Guide.
  • To rearrange them, select Reorder Favorites and move them into your preferred order. 

To learn more about Favorites, check out How do I Favorite the channels I watch most?

☁️ Manage Your Recordings

Never miss a moment:

• Record live shows or events from the Guide or program page. Check out How can I record a program? 
   
• Access, delete or manage your recordings under My Stuff > Recordings.

🏈 Sports Features

Sports fans, you’re in for a treat:

• Live stats and scores: Get real-time updates right on-screen.
  Learn more: Can I disable live scores in the Fubo app? 
   
• Blackouts: Some events may be unavailable in your area.
  Learn more: What does it mean if a program is blacked out? 

🔄 App Updates

Keep your Fubo app up to date for the best performance.

To make sure you have the latest version:

1. Press the Menu or Gear ⚙️ button on your remote.
    
2. Go to System > Check for Updates.
    
3. If an update is available, your TV will download and install it — this updates all apps too.

❌ Exit or Close the App

Exiting the Fubo app is easy!

1. Press the “Home” button (🏠) on your remote. This takes you straight back to the SmartCast home screen and automatically closes the app.
    
2. Alternatively, press the “Back” button a few times until you return to the SmartCast screen.
    

💡 Tip: If an app freezes or won’t exit:

• Press and hold the Power button on the remote until the TV restarts.
   
• This refreshes SmartCast and closes all running apps.

💬 Troubleshooting

If something’s not working quite right:

• App not loading: Restart your device and check your internet connection.
   
• Sign-in issues: Reset your password or try another sign-in method.
   
• Playback issues: Restart your app, close other running apps, or reinstall if needed.
   

📎 See also: Common Troubleshooting Steps 

👤 Account & Billing

At https://www.fubo.tv/account you can do any of the following:

• Update payment methods
• Change your plan
• Cancel or resubscribe
• View billing history

If you originally subscribed to Fubo through Roku, any changes you wish to make must be made directly through your Roku account. See: How do I change my Roku billed Fubo subscription? 

To contact Roku directly for assistance with your account, visit 👉https://support.roku.com/ 

🆘 Need More Help?

For more help, use the search bar at the top of the Help Center, or select the Contact Us button on the page to reach our support team.