Tata Play Mobile App
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Tata Play Mobile Application has 5 sections :
Anyone can download the Tata Play Mobile App and access the content in it, but only active Tata Play subscribers can watch their favourite content based on the package they are subscribed to.
To access/view Live TV, On Demand and all other services of the Tata Play Mobile App on your Android/iOS devices, you need to follow the following steps:
Now you are ready to view the content of your choice.
If you don't remember your password, you can select "Forgot password?"option. We will send a temporary password to your registered email and mobile number which you can use to log in and reset your password.
You can login to the app from a maximum of 10 devices. However, you can view Live TV, On Demand on a maximum of 2 devices simultaneously per subscriber ID.
Content providers’ agreements with Tata Play stipulate that Tata Play Live TV channels, Tata Play On Demand episodes and titles can be viewed on a maximum of two devices simultaneously per subscriber ID at any given time.
Yes, you can do so only after deleting the devices that you no longer use from the Device Management option in the app.
You can view certain free content such as movie trailers. However you need to be an active Tata Play subscriber to access Live TV and On Demand videos.
You need to be an active Tata Play subscriber to enjoy Live TV channels and On Demand videos on your device. De-active subscribers can now recharge their accounts by selecting “Recharge” option on the app.
No. You need to be in India to be able to use the Tata Play Mobile services.
Tata Play provides services only within the territory of India.
To see the schedule of a channel you should select a channel in Live TV section and then select 'Schedule' option. You can see the schedule for the next 3 days and previous 7 days.
Only Tata Play+ HD subscribers can set recording on their set top boxes using the record option from the app.
Reminders can be set for future programmes only.
To set a reminder for a programme, tap on the programme name. You will be able to see the set reminder button. Press the button to set a reminder. You will receive a notification on your device when it’s time for the programme.
You can select any channel in the Live TV section or any live programme to view it Live on your device.
No. Currently, Live TV service on your device offers only streaming of Live TV channels .
Please ensure the below to enjoy uninterrupted access to Live TV:
Yes, we have many Tata Play service channels live, like Tata Play Fitness, Tata Play Acting Adda etc.
Tata Play always keeps expanding its offering of channels on the Set Top Box. In a similar fashion, we will expand and bring more channels on Live TV soon.
You can only view those channels on Live TV which you have subscribed for viewing on the Set Top Box. To enjoy all the channels available on Live TV, you would need to subscribe to the respective channels on your Set Top Box as well.
The broadcaster does not have the rights to stream this programme on mobile devices. The Live TV service on your device will resume once the next programme starts.
You can select the schedule option on the channel detail page to see the schedule for the channel.
You can rewind up to 15 minutes on Live TV.
Yes, you can select any one of the following quality settings available under the settings option. These options are available on the video player as well.
Yes. Tata Play does not change the channel feed. You will be able to see the same feed on your set-top box and on your device.
On Demand section is where you can access popular movies, TV shows and short videos across the web. You can also view previous – 7 days catch up of your missed shows on your favourite channels.
You can watch this in the other episodes on schedule of live channels, On Demand section of the app or you can also look for the episode in search.
Previous episodes or Catch up shows will be available for most of the channels available on the app. Tata Play keeps expanding its offering of channels on the set top box. We will similarly expand and make more channels & catch-up available soon on the app.
Yes. You can fast forward, pause or rewind On Demand content. Just tap on the screen while viewing the video in full screen mode. Then drag on the progress bar to the position you wish to start viewing the video from.
No. You can watch the video as many times as you wish.
My Tata Play section in the app is a self-care portal that gives you access and enables you to manage your Tata Play account. You can recharge your account, view and modify your packs and much more.
You will require your password used with mytataplay.com for the Subscriber Id used to log into the app.
You can tap on ‘Forgot password’ to generate a new password.
Yes, you get all functionalities as available on mytataplay.com through the My Tata Play section in the app. This includes Recharge, Pack changes, etc.
Tata Play Mobile App is available on Android phones & Tablets with the following minimum requirements
This service can be accessed through the Tata Play Mobile app available on the Google Play.
No. Currently the service is only for selected supported devices mentioned above.
Owing to Tata Play’s security agreement with content providers, Tata Play Mobile app is not supported on jailbroken/ rooted devices.
No. Tata Play service is accessible only through the Tata Play Mobile app on the devices and OS versions 4.4 and higher on Android and iOS 9 and higher in iOS devices.
Owing to Tata Play’s security agreement with content providers, Tata Play Mobile app is not supported on jailbroken/ rooted devices.
Yes, although the quality of the Live TV or streaming of video will depend on the amount of 3G/Wi-Fi bandwidth available.
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Yes. You need to be connected to the internet to stream any video or view Live TV.
The data charges applicable would be as specified by your internet/mobile service provider. Please check with your internet /mobile service provider for the same.
Having a good internet connection with a speed of 2 MBPS or higher enables you to enjoy a better-quality video while viewing Live TV or streaming videos on Tata Play On Demand. However, you can still play a video in low quality with 512 kbps connection.
The service works on all Internet connections i.e. 4G/3G mobile connections or on broadband/ Wi-Fi internet connections.
The recommended speed for a good streaming experience on Wi-Fi is 2Mbps. Minimum speed to play video in low quality is 512kbps.
Speeds on mobile internet fluctuate depending on the signal strength, due to which the quality of the video may also vary.
The video quality depends on the speed of your internet connection. You will have a better video quality on a faster internet connection as compared to a slower internet connection.
The viewing will not be interrupted and as mobile devices have capability of giving priority to Wi-Fi connection, the app player will switch to higher or lower streaming profile as per the availability of bandwidth on the Wi-Fi.
The viewing will not be interrupted and as mobile devices have capability of giving priority to Wi-Fi connection, the app player will switch to higher or lower streaming profile as per the availability of bandwidth on the Wi-Fi.