Troubleshoot the Max app or Max.com

• Android: Open the Play Store on your Android device and search for Max. If an app update is available, choose Update.
• iOS: Open the App Store on your Apple device and search for Max. If an app update is available, choose Update.
• Amazon Fire tablet: Open the Amazon Appstore on your Fire tablet and search for Max. If an app update is available, choose Update.

• Android: Open Settings, then choose System > Software Update (steps vary based on your Android version).
• iOS: Open Settings, then choose General > Software Update.
• Amazon Fire tablet: Open Settings, then choose Device Options > System Updates.

Once updated, try using Max again.

1. Open Settings and search for Max.
2. Choose Max from the search results.
3. Choose Storage & cache or Storage (depending on your Android OS version).
4. Choose Clear cache.
5. Choose Clear storage or Clear data (if available).
6. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. Go to Settings > Apps & Games > Manage All Applications.
2. Choose Max from the list of apps.
3. Choose Force Stop.
4. Choose Clear Cache.
5. Choose Clear Data.
6. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. In Google Chrome, choose the Menu icon (top right).
2. Choose Update Google Chrome (if available) and then Relaunch.
3. Go back to max.com and try watching something.

To do this, open a new browser window and search for 'Internet speed test.' Then, run a speed test.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps. If videos are buffering, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Google Chrome, choose the Menu icon (top right) and then select New Incognito Window.
2. Go to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

If you can stream in an incognito window without issue, try the following:

• Turn off browser extensions
• Clear cache & cookies

1. At max.com, choose your profile and then choose Sign out.
2. Restart your computer and open Google Chrome.
3. Go back to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

Try using a different supported browser (Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Safari).

If you don't have any problems streaming with a different browser, check your browser configuration:

• Allow third-party cookies
• Disable ad-blocking software
• Turn off browser extensions
• Clear cache & cookies

1. In Microsoft Edge, choose the Menu icon (top right, three horizontal dots) > Settings > About Microsoft Edge.
2. If an update is available, choose Update.
3. Go back to max.com and try watching something.

To do this, open a new browser window and search for 'Internet speed test.' Then, run a speed test.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps. If videos are buffering, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Microsoft Edge, choose the Menu icon (top right, three horizontal dots) and then select New InPrivate Window.
2. Go to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

• Turn off browser extensions
• Clear your cache and cookies

1. At max.com, choose your profile and then choose Sign out.
2. Restart your computer and open Microsoft Edge.
3. Go back to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

Try using a different supported browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Safari).

If you don't have any problems streaming with a different browser, check your browser configuration:

• Make sure third-party cookies are enabled
• Disable ad-blocking software
• Turn off browser extensions
• Clear cache and cookies (the next solution)

1. In Microsoft Edge, choose the Menu icon (top right, three horizontal dots) and then select History.
2. On the left, choose Clear browsing data (trash can icon).
3. From the Time range drop-down, select All Time.
4. Choose the Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files check boxes, then select Clear now.

1. In Firefox, choose the Menu icon (upper right) and choose Settings.
2. Type update in the search box.
3. Choose Check for updates.
4. If an update is available, download it.
5. Go back to max.com and try watching something.

To do this, open a new browser window and search for 'Internet speed test.' Then, run a speed test.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps. If videos are buffering, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Firefox, choose the Menu icon (upper right) and then select New private window.
2. Go to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

If you can stream in a private window without issue, try the following:

• Disable Firefox add-ons
• Clear Firefox cookies and cache

1. At max.com, choose your profile and then choose Sign out.
2. Restart your computer and open Firefox.
3. Go back to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

Try using a different supported browser (Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Safari).

If you don't have any problems streaming with a different browser, check your browser configuration:

• Make sure third-party cookies are enabled
• Disable ad-blocking software
• Turn off browser extensions
• Clear Firefox cookies and cache

To keep Safari up to date, make sure that your Mac is running the latest version of macOS. Safari will be updated when you update your Mac. For more info, see Apple’s Update macOS on Mac article.

To do this, open a new browser window and search for 'Internet speed test.' Then, run a speed test.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps. If videos are buffering, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Safari, go to the File menu and choose New Private Window.
2. Go to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

If you can stream in a private window without issue, try the following:

• Turn off Safari extensions
• Clear cookies and website data

1. At max.com, choose your profile and then choose Sign out.
2. Restart your computer and open Safari.
3. Go back to max.com, sign in, and try watching something.

Try using a different supported browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge).

If you don't have any problems streaming with a different browser, check your browser configuration:

• Make sure third-party cookies are enabled
• Disable ad-blocking software
• Turn off Safari extensions
• Clear cookies and website data

First, make sure the Max app and your Fire TV are up-to-date.

• Max app: On your Amazon Fire TV, highlight the Max tile and then press the Menu button on your remote (button with three lines). In the lower-right corner, choose More Info > Update.
• Amazon Fire TV: On your Amazon Fire TV, go to Settings > My Fire TV > About > Check for System Update.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause. To check your connection:

1. On your Amazon Fire TV, go to Settings > Network.
2. Press the Play button on your remote to check your connection.

You can also download an Internet speed test app from the Amazon Appstore and test your connection speed. To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps. (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Go to the Home screen on your Amazon Fire TV, choose Settings > My Fire TV > Restart.
3. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. On your Amazon Fire TV, go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications.
2. Choose Max from the list of apps.
3. Choose Force Stop.
4. Choose Clear Cache.
5. Choose Clear Data.
6. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. On your Amazon Fire TV, go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications.
2. Choose Max from the list of apps and then Uninstall.
3. Reinstall the Max app from the Amazon Appstore.
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

For more help, go to Fire TV Support.

First, make sure your Max app and Android TV are up-to-date:

• Max app: On your Android TV, highlight the Max app, then press and hold the Select button, and choose View Details > Update.
• Android TV: On your Android TV, go to Settings > System > About > System update > Check for update.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Download an internet speed test app from the Google Play Store and test your connection speed (or test your download speed on a computer connected to the same network as your Android TV. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test').

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. On your Android TV, go to Settings > About > Restart > Restart.
3. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. On your Android TV, go to Settings > Apps.
2. Choose Max from the list of apps.
3. Choose Clear cache.
4. Choose Clear data.
5. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. On your Android TV, go to Settings > Apps and choose Max.
2. Choose Uninstall.
3. Go to Apps and find Max.
4. Choose Max and then Install.
5. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

For more help with your Android TV, go to Android TV help.

First, make sure your Max app and Apple TV are up-to-date.

• Max app: Go to the App Store and search for Max. If there's an app update available, choose Update.
• Apple TV: On your Apple TV, navigate to Settings > System > Software Updates > Update Software.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Download an Internet speed test app from the Apple App Store and test your connection speed (or test your download speed on a computer connected to the same network as your Apple TV. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test').

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Restart your Apple TV by navigating to Settings > System > Restart.
3. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. From the Home screen, highlight the Max app.
2. Press and hold the Touch surface for two seconds and then press the Play/Pause button.
3. Choose Delete.
4. Open the App Store on your Apple TV.
5. Find the Max app and choose Install.
6. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Test your download speed from a computer on the same network as your Cox device. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test'.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Unplug or turn off your Cox device.
3. Wait 20 seconds and turn your device back on.
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

First, make sure your Max app and VIDAA TV are up-to-date:

• Max app: On your VIDAA TV, open the VIDAA App Store and go to My Apps, highlight Max, and choose Update (if available).
• VIDAA TV: On your VIDAA TV go to System Settings > Support > System Upgrade > Firmware Upgrade.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Test your download speed from a computer on the same network as your VIDAA TV. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test.'

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Unplug your VIDAA TV.
3. Wait 20 seconds and plug your TV back in.
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. On your VIDAA TV, go to My Apps.
2. Highlight Max, then press and hold the D-pad center button on your VIDAA remote.
3. Choose Remove.
4. Open the VIDAA App Store and search for Max.
5. Select Max and choose Install.
6. Once installed, open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

First, make sure your Max app and LG TV are up-to-date.

• Max app: Press the Home button on your LG TV remote, then choose LG Content Store > Apps > My Apps, then choose Max and Update.
• LG TV: Press the Settings button on your LG TV remote, then choose All Settings > General > About this TV > Check for updates.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Test your download speed from a computer on the same network as your LG TV. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test.'

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Unplug your LG TV.
3. Wait 20 seconds and plug your TV back in.
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. Press the Home button on your LG remote.
2. Press and hold the Select button (D-pad center) to enter edit mode.
3. Find Max, then press D-pad up and choose the X above the app.
4. Choose Yes to confirm.
5. Reinstall Max (Open the LG Content Store and install Max).
6. Once reinstalled, choose Launch, then sign in, and try using the app again.

First, make sure your Max app and PlayStation console are up-to-date.

• Max app: On your PlayStation, highlight Max and press the Options button on your controller, then Check for Update.
• PlayStation console: On your PlayStation, go to the Settings menu and choose System Software Update.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause. To test your connection speed:

1. On your PlayStation, go to Settings > Network.
2. Then do one of the following:
   • PlayStation 4: Choose Internet Connection Test.
   • PlayStation 5: Choose Connection status > View connection status > Connection speed.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps. PlayStation 5: 50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video.

Check the status of the PlayStation service on the PlayStation status page. For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Turn your PlayStation console off.
3. Wait 20 seconds and turn your PlayStation back on.
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

PlayStation 4

1. From the XMB home menu on your PlayStation, go to TV/Video Services.
2. Highlight Max and then press the Options button on your controller.
3. Choose Delete.
4. Reinstall Max (go to the PlayStation Store and download Max).
5. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

PlayStation 5

1. From the Media home menu on your PlayStation 5, highlight Max and then press the Options button on your controller.
2. Choose Delete then OK.
3. Reinstall Max (go to All Apps and download Max).
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

Press the Home button on your Roku remote. Then go to Settings > Network > Check connection. To improve your wireless connection, go to Tips for improving your wireless Roku connection.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

First, make sure your Max app and Roku are up-to-date.

• Max app: On your Roku, use the direction pad to highlight the Max channel. Press the Star button (*) to check for an update.
• Roku: On your Roku, go to Settings > System > System update > Check now. This will install software updates for your Roku streaming device and your channels.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Do one of the following:
   • Roku streaming player: Go to Settings > System > System restart.
   • Roku TV: Go to Settings > System > Power > System restart.
3. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. Unplug your Roku streaming player or Roku TV.
2. Wait 20 seconds and then plug your device back in.
3. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

If your Max subscription was not purchased through Roku, try removing and adding the Max channel using the steps below:

1. On your Roku, highlight the Max channel and press the Star button (*).
2. Choose Remove app.
3. Choose Remove to confirm.
4. Restart your Roku streaming player or Roku TV.
5. Search for Max in the Streaming Store.
6. Choose Add app.
7. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

Note If you subscribed to Max through Roku and your subscription is active, you can't remove the Max app.

1. From the Roku Home screen, go to Search.
2. Search for a Max series or movie (e.g. The Flight Attendant or Tokyo Vice).
3. Choose Max from the search results to open the app.

First, make sure your Max app and Samsung TV are up-to-date.

• Max app: Press the Home button on your remote, then choose Apps > the Settings icon > Updates.
• Samsung TV: Press the Home button on your remote, then navigate to the Settings icon . Choose Support > Software Updates > Update Now.
  Update option unavailable? Turn your TV off and back on. Then try the steps again.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Test your download speed from a computer on the same network as your Samsung TV. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test.'

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Hold the power button on your Samsung TV remote until your TV turns off and back on again.
3. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

Some Samsung TVs have an option to clear app cache and data. Try the following steps:

1. Press the Home button on your Samsung TV remote, then navigate to the Settings icon .
2. Choose Support (if needed) and then Device Care.
3. Choose Manage Storage.
4. Find Max and choose View Details.
5. Choose Clear cache.
6. Choose Clear data.
7. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

Note Clear app cache and data are not available on all Samsung TVs and the steps may vary depending on your TV model. For more info, go to samsung.com/support.

1. Press the Home button on your Samsung TV remote.
2. Choose Apps and then the Settings icon .
3. Use the navigation keys on your remote to highlight Max.
4. Choose Delete.
5. Search for Max.
6. Select Max and choose Install.
7. Once installed, choose Run, sign in, and try using the app again.

These steps may vary depending on your Samsung TV model. For more info, go to samsung.com/support.

First, make sure your Max app and VIZIO TV are up-to-date.

• Max app: The Max app on VIZIO TVs automatically updates when available. To manually check for an update, press the Menu button (Gear icon) on your remote, then choose System > Check for Updates.
• VIZIO TV: On your VIZIO TV remote, press the Menu button (Gear icon), then choose System > Check for Updates.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause. To test your network connection:

• On your remote, press the Menu button (gear icon), then go to Network > Network Test or Test Connection.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Unplug your VIZIO TV.
3. Hold the power button on the side of the TV down for 3-5 seconds.
4. Reconnect the power cord and turn on the TV.
5. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

Some VIZIO TVs can also be power cycled from the menu. To do this, press the Menu button (Gear icon) on your remote, then choose System > Reset & Admin > Soft Power Cycle.

Check the status of Max and the Xbox service on the Xbox Status page.

Make sure your Max app and Xbox console are up-to-date.

• Max app: On your Xbox, go to My games & apps, highlight Max and press the menu button on your controller, then choose Manage app to install an app update.
• Xbox console: On your Xbox, go to Profile & system > Settings > System > Updates.

Then, open Max and try using the app again.

To test your connection speed, go to the Xbox Troubleshoot connection and choose Run the console speed test.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Press the Xbox button on your controller and choose Restart console > Restart.
3. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. Go to My games & apps.
2. Highlight Max, press the Menu button on your controller, and then choose Uninstall.
3. Reinstall Max (go to Apps and download Max).
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

If you can't access Max on your XClass TV, you may not be connected to the internet. To check, go to Settings > Network. If you're not connected, try reconnecting.

If you can't reconnect, restart your modem or router.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Test your download speed from a computer on the same network as your XClass TV. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test.'

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Unplug or turn off your XClass TV.
3. Wait 60 seconds and turn your device back on.
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

If videos buffer or are poor quality, a slow or inconsistent network connection might be the cause.

Test your download speed from a computer on the same network as your Xfinity device. To do this, open a browser and search for 'Internet speed test'.

To stream HD video, you need a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps (50+ Mbps is recommended for 4K video). For more help, go to Max buffers or pauses.

1. In Max, choose the Settings icon and then Sign Out.
2. Unplug or turn off your Xfinity X1 or Flex device.
3. Wait 20 seconds and turn your device back on.
4. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

1. Open the Home screen of your Xfinity device, choose the Gear icon (upper left) and then Privacy.
2. Scroll down and choose Clear Cookies and Local Storage Data.
3. Choose OK.
4. Go back to the Home screen and choose Max.
5. Open Max, sign in, and try using the app again.

Note Clearing cookies and local storage data may sign you out of many apps on your device. For more info, go to Clear Cookies and Local Data Storage on X1 or Flex.