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How to set up and watch BINGE: A step-by-step guide

Our step-by-step guide will help you stream quality BINGE content within minutes.

Streaming service BINGE has a generous library of content only a few clicks away, at a competitive price. If you've always been intrigued by shows available on Foxtel but weren't interested in getting a pay TV subscription, BINGE makes for an easy and affordable alternative. It's also easy to set up BINGE.

The platform is fairly intuitive, so you don't need a lot of technical knowledge to get started. Follow the steps below and you'll be up and running in no time.

1. Make sure you have a compatible device to set up BINGE

To watch BINGE, all you need are a broadband connection, compatible device and to sign up for an account. The service has good device compatibility. Here's what you can use to watch BINGE:

  • PC/Mac
  • iOS or Android smartphones and tablets
  • Telstra TV
  • Chromecast (Ultra, third generation and with Google TV)
  • Apple TV (fourth generation or higher)
  • Android TV (version 7.0+)
  • Samsung smart TVs (2017 models or later)
  • LG TVs (2018 models or later)
  • Hisense TVs (selected 2020 and later models)
  • PlayStation 4 and 5
  • Xbox One S|X, Xbox Series S|X
  • Amazon Fire TV

2. Visit the BINGE website and sign up

Go to the official BINGE website. A 7-day free trial is available for new customers. Once signed up, log in with your credentials. If you don't have an account, follow the on-screen instructions and enter your personal information to set it up.

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3. Choose the right BINGE subscription

There are 3 BINGE subscription plans available:

  • Basic (1 stream, HD, with ads) – $10 a month
  • Standard (2 streams, 4K) – $18 a month
  • Premium (4 streams, 4K) – $22 a month

Whichever option you choose, you will have access to the entire library of content with all the features. The only factors differentiating between the plans are the number of simultaneous streams supported and the presence of ads. A 7-day free trial is available for new customers.

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4. Set up BINGE on your devices

Once your account is set up, you can watch BINGE content on demand using a variety of devices. Here's how to set up the service on each device:

Desktop computer or laptop

Streaming with BINGE on your laptop or desktop computer is simple. Start your browser, access the BINGE website and sign in using your credentials. Then you're good to go.

Smartphone or tablet

To get BINGE on your mobile device, access Google Play or the App Store, search for the BINGE app and install it. Then, sign in using your credentials. We can help you out whether you run an iOS or Android device.

Apple TV

Getting BINGE on your Apple TV is simple. Launch the App Store from your TV's home screen to download the app. Then, sign in using your credentials. The BINGE app is only available from the Australian app store.

Telstra TV

To set up BINGE on your Telstra TV, head to the Telstra TV app store and download the BINGE app. Sign in using your username and password.

Android TV

To set up BINGE on your Android TV, head to the Google Play Store and download the BINGE app. Sign in using your login details.

Smart TVs

Depending on which model of smart TV you use, you can head to the app store or equivalent, search for and then download the BINGE app.

Chromecast

Make sure your Chromecast is plugged into the power supply and TV using an HDMI port that is HDCP 1.4-compatible. Next, connect your Chromecast device to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.

Download the Google Home app on your iOS or Android device to control your Chromecast. If you're using a Mac or PC, make sure you have the latest version of Google Chrome downloaded as it's the only browser you can use to cast.

Then, sign into BINGE on your iOS or Android device, or Mac or PC, depending on which way you're casting. If you're using Chromecast with Google TV, you need to select Apps from the top navigational menu, select Search for apps and search for BINGE, select it and install. Then enter your existing BINGE credentials.

PlayStation 4 and 5

Download the BINGE app from the PlayStation Store. Then, log into BINGE with your username and password. However, you cannot sign up to BINGE via your PlayStation console. You'll need to have already created an account before you can set up BINGE.

Xbox One S|X and Series S|X

Navigate to the Xbox Store in the main menu. Search for the BINGE app in the store then select it. Tap "Install" and once the app download is complete, the BINGE app is available to use in your "My games & apps" section.

Amazon Fire TV

Use the main menu on your Fire TV device to search for the BINGE app, select it, then choose "Get" or the shopping cart icon to download the app. You can't sign up to BINGE via Fire TV, so you'll need to already have an active subscription beforehand. Open the app from the home screen and select sign in. Use a smartphone or tablet to scan the QR code displayed on the screen and select the pop-up that appears. An 8-digit code will already be there, so select confirm. You may be asked to enter your login details, but if not, your TV should automatically login.

Start watching BINGE

That's it! You can now start watching content from the BINGE library and enjoy the platform's fun features. If you're looking for more information on the service, check out our BINGE vs Foxtel comparison or how it matches up with Netflix.

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