can't log in to HBOMAX subscription via AppleTV on my desktop

I have an AppleTV subscription to HBO Max, but can't log in via my desktop computer. It keeps saying it is unable to verify.

iMac 27″, macOS 10.12

Posted on Jul 20, 2020 7:12 AM

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1 reply

jessed39

Community Specialist

Jul 23, 2020 11:38 AM in response to memorexe

Hi memorexe,

Thanks for your post! We understand you are no longer able to access HBO Max through the Apple TV app. Is that correct? Can you log-in to HBO Max via Safari?

For log-in issues, refer to the page below.

HBO Max Help Center

Let us know what you find out!

Take care!

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