How to Connect Showmax to DSTV
What is Showmax?
Showmax is a paid online video-on-demand streaming service that was launched in South Africa on August 19, 2015.
How does Showmax work?
Showmax provides a wide range of award-winning TV shows, movies, documentaries, Showmax Originals, kid’s shows, sports, and other programming. You can watch as much as you want, whenever you want, with no interruptions.
Can I watch Showmax for free if you have DStv?
If you have a DStv Premium subscription, you can get Showmax for free.
How to connect Showmax to DStv?
1. Login to your DSTV account.
2. Locate the Showmax banner on your dashboard.
3. Click the ‘Activate’ button.
4. You’ll be asked to sign up for a Showmax account.
5. If you don’t already have a Showmax account, click Create Account.
6. Sign in to your Showmax account and begin watching immediately.
How much do I pay for Showmax as a DStv subscriber in South Africa?
DStv Premium subscribers will get Showmax at zero additional cost. DStv Compact or Compact Plus subscribers will get Showmax for only R49 per month. DStv Family or DStv Access subscriber will pay R99 per month.
How fast does my Internet need to be to use Showmax on DStv Explora?
You should have a minimum download speed of 2 megabits per second (Mbps). An uncapped 4Mbps connection or faster is recommended for the best experience.
What resolution will I get when I watch Showmax on my DStv Explora?
Stream content in either Standard Definition (SD) or High Definition (HD) resolution on your Explora. SD content is 576i (633MB per hour) while HD content is 1080i (2.2GB per hour).
