Apple TV Verification Code - Where to enter

Trying to login to iTunes on my Apple TV, I get a verification code sent to me but I do not know where on the Apple TV i am suppose to enter it.


Apple makes everything so difficult!

Posted on Feb 3, 2019 9:06 AM

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Feb 3, 2019 10:05 AM in response to Billrsoxfan

If you have Two-Factor Authentication for your Apple ID, and a device with older software, then the procedure is a bit special:

FAQ #9: What if I use two-factor authentication on a device running older software?
If you use two-factor authentication with devices running older OS versions—like an Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation)—you might be asked to add your six-digit verification code to the end of your password when signing in. Get your verification code* from a trusted device running iOS 9 and later or OS X El Capitan and later, or have it sent to your trusted phone number. Then type your password followed by the six-digit verification code directly into the password field.

There is a time limit before the code expires, so request your code (or a new code*) after entering the characters of your password, to use those precious seconds effectively for just the code.

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