Apple TV settings and support guides

System

Keep your device current and configure core system behavior.

• tvOS Software UpdatetvOS updates patch security vulnerabilities, improve AirPlay and HomeKit reliability, and are sometimes required before certain apps or 4K HDR content will play correctly.

Privacy & Security

Control which apps can access your camera, microphone, and data.

• Screen Time & PrivacyScreen Time on Apple TV lets you restrict mature content, limit app usage, and require a passcode for purchases, while the Privacy menu controls which apps can access things like your location or Siri data.

Network & Internet

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and network connection settings.

• Wi-Fi & Network ConnectionApple TV can connect over 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi or, on models with the port, wired Ethernet. A stable connection matters most for 4K/HDR streaming and AirPlay responsiveness.
• AirPlay & HomeKitAirPlay lets you send video, audio, and screen mirroring from iPhone, iPad, or Mac to Apple TV. Apple TV can also act as a HomeKit home hub, letting you control smart accessories remotely and automate them.

Display & Sound

Screen, audio, and alert preferences.

• Screen Saver & Display SettingsApple TV's screen saver shows aerial and landscape footage (or your own photos) when idle, and the Video and Audio settings control resolution, HDR, and frame-rate matching for the best picture on your specific TV.

Storage & Backup

Manage space, back up your data, and stay protected against loss.

• Storage & Apps ManagementApple TV has fixed internal storage (32GB, 64GB, or 128GB depending on model) shared between apps, downloaded content, and system data. Managing storage keeps installs and updates from failing.

Accounts & Family

Account sign-in, sync, and family/parental controls.

• Apple ID & iCloudYour Apple ID on Apple TV syncs purchases, subscriptions, Family Sharing, iCloud Photos for the screen saver, and app data across your other Apple devices.

Devices

Mice, keyboards, trackpads, printers, and other connected hardware.

• Siri Remote Pairing & SetupThe Siri Remote connects to Apple TV over Bluetooth and normally pairs automatically the first time you bring it close to the box. If it stops responding or you're setting up a second remote, it can be re-paired manually.

Help and tools

• Troubleshooting
• FAQ & Help
• Device info & diagnostics
• Contact & feedback