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How do I watch Fubo on my Xbox?

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Overview

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

In this article:

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📲 Set Up & Install

Follow these steps to download the Fubo app:

  1. Turn on your Xbox and sign in to your Microsoft account.
     
  2. Open the Microsoft Store from the Home screen.
     
  3. Select Search and type Fubo.
     
  4. Select the Fubo app.
     
  5. Select Install (or Get) to download the app.
     
  6. Once installed, open the Fubo app.

To be sure your Xbox 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 Xbox and follow the on-screen instructions. On a phone, tablet, or computer, visit www.fubo.tv/connect, 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.
     

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

ℹ️ Basic Xbox Controls

A button – Show playback controls (pause, rewind, fast forward, etc.) and select any program you’d like.

Pause / Play

  • Press A → highlight Pause/Play → press A again

Rewind / Fast Forward

  • Press A → navigate to rewind or fast forward → press A again

Change Channels

  • Press B to exit playback, then browse the Guide or channel list with the left/right controls

🔍 Search 

Looking for something specific? 

  • 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/Lookback: 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:

🔄 App Updates

Your Xbox typically updates apps automatically. If you want to check for updates manually:

  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller.
     
  2. Go to My games & apps.
     
  3. Select Manage.
     
  4. Select Updates.
     
  5. If Fubo appears in the list, select it to update.

💬 Troubleshooting

If you experience issues:

  • Restart your Xbox.
     
  • Check your internet connection.
     
  • Make sure your Xbox system software is up to date.
     
  • Uninstall and reinstall the Fubo app if problems continue.
     

📎 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 account changes 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.

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