DirecTV: sign-up, sign-in, channels & remote guide

How to sign up

1. Check availability at your address

   Visit DirecTV's official site and enter your address to see which plans and equipment are available in your area.

2. Compare plans and pricing

   Review the channel tiers and current promotional pricing, and decide whether you need any premium or sports add-ons.

3. Schedule installation or activation

   Depending on the service, you'll either book a technician visit or receive self-install equipment by mail.

4. Create your account

   You'll set an account username/email and password during checkout — this is what you'll use to sign in later.

How to sign in

Once your account is active, you can sign in from DirecTV's website or app using the email/username and password you created at sign-up. Use the button above to go directly to the official sign-in page — this site never asks for or stores your account credentials.

Channel lineup

Package sizes range from a compact entry tier up to premium bundles with 200+ channels, plus regional sports networks and premium movie channels as add-ons.

Remote setup

DirecTV remotes pair with your receiver or Genie box automatically in most cases. For universal remotes, you'll enter a manufacturer code to control your TV's volume and power alongside DirecTV's guide.

Troubleshooting common issues

• No signal / pictureCheck that all cables are firmly connected and, for satellite services, that nothing is blocking the dish's view of the sky.
• Remote not respondingReplace the batteries first, then re-pair or re-enter your device code following DirecTV's remote setup guide.
• Can't sign in onlineUse the official site's "forgot password" tool — Satellite TV Experts cannot reset your account since we're an independent guide.
• Missing channelsConfirm your current plan includes that channel, since lineups vary by package and region.