FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Section I - Sign in & Register

Q1. How can I sign in / register for LIV? Q1. How can I sign in / register for LIV?
It’s really easy guys!

To sign in using your mobile number:

Step 1: Enter your mobile number.

Step 2: An OTP will be sent on this number.

Step 3: You’ve just got to enter it and click on Submit.

Ta Da! You are now a part of LIV! Stream over 30,000 hours of entertaining content! Binge away!

To sign in using your email address:

Simply enter your email address and registered password, and voila! You’re signed in! Binge over 30,000 hours of entertaining content!

To sign in from your social account

One click is all it takes!

Tap on Facebook or Google account and click Allow.

Congratulations, you’re in! Over 30,000 hours of content awaits you. Let the binging begin!

To sign in from your TV Sets:

Binge your favourite content on the big screen too! That too without the hassle of typing through clunky TV remotes. Here’s how:-

Step 1: You can activate LIV on your TV using your mobile phone or web app.

Step 2: With your TV remote, click on Sign in / Register.

Step 3: You will get a 4-digit code.

Step 4: Next, click on Activate on your mobile app / web.

Step 5: You’re almost there! Now all you have to do is, sign in with your credentials and type the 4-digit code that was displayed on the TV.

Step 6: Grab the popcorn! You are now signed in to over 30000 hours of binge-worthy content on your TV!

Q2. Will my account work outside my country? Q2. Will my account work outside my country?

We’re extremely sorry buddy. Your LIV account will not work outside your country. It is currently available only in the country you register from.

Section II - Video Playback

Q1. I am facing video playback issues. What do I do? Q1. I am facing video playback issues. What do I do?

Step 1: First, let’s make sure you are connected to the internet. If not, please check your internet connection.

Step 2: If the app shows an error, then send it to us. We will get back to you asap!

Step 3: If it still doesn’t work then please share the following details to (need to share email address):

-Your device information,

-Your Internet Service Provider,

-Details of the video you are watching

Section III - Download Offline

Q1. How can I watch videos without Internet connection? Q1. How can I watch videos without Internet connection?

No internet connection? No worries. Premium subscribers can download their favourite shows on mobile / tablet app and watch them when they are offline.

Become a premium subscriber now! (Add premium subscription deeplink) Download and watch the most entertaining content even when you’re offline.

Click here to see LIV’s exciting plan options. (LIV subscription plans link)

Section IV - Notifications

Q1. How can I manage notifications? Q1. How can I manage notifications?

You can now enable or disable notifications with just a few clicks

Step 1: go to Menu,

Step 2: click on Setting & Preferences,

Step 3: and enable or disable receiving notifications. It’s that simple! Happy viewing!

Section V - My List

Q1. What is My List? Q1. What is My List?

You can create a collection of all your favourite shows and movies under the ‘My List’ option in your app.

‘My List’ will help you keep track of your favourite content easily.

We will pick up your interests, on the basis of which, you will be recommended relevant content!

Start adding to your list now!

Q2. How can I add content to My List? Q2. How can I add content to My List?

It’s super easy guys!

Step 1: Make sure you’re signed in to your account.

Step 2: See a ‘+’ sign next to the content you’re watching? Just click on it.And done!

Q3. How can I remove content from My List? Q3. How can I remove content from My List?

Added something by mistake?

Go to the specific content’s video and tap on the ‘My List’ icon to remove it from there.

Alternatively, you could also visit the ‘My List’ section and edit your collection.

Section VI - Subscription

Q1. What are the types of subscription available on LIV? Q1. What are the types of subscription available on LIV?

Sony LIV has launched monthly, yearly subscription packs for premium membership for all users globally and an added half-yearly option for customers in India, available on Web, Android, and iOS platforms (iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV). These packs may get auto renewed. Our premium membership packs are available at pocket friendly rates:

Prices of Premium packs in India

Package Name Currency Pricing
LIV Premium 1 Month INR 299
LIV Premium 6 Month INR 699
LIV Premium 12 Month INR 999

Prices of Premium packs for the rest of the world-

Country Currency LIV Premium- 1 Month LIV Premium 12 Month
UAE AED 3.99 36.99
Saudi Arabia SAR 3.99 37.99
Kuwait USD 0.99 9.99
Bangladesh Taka 99 899
Nepal NPR 99 899
Sri Lanka LKR 199 1999
Oman USD 0.99 9.99
Qatar QAR 3.99 36.99
Bahrain USD 0.99 9.99
Maldives MVR 15.99 149
Bhutan USD 0.99 9.99
Afghanistan USD 0.99 9.99
Malaysia MYR 4.49 44.99
Hongkong HKD 7.99 79.99
Philippines PHP 50.99 499
Indonesia IDR 16000 159999
Thailand THB 32.99 324.99
Q2. What benefits do I get with the packs? Q2. What benefits do I get with the packs?

LIV Premium

This pack comprises exclusive Original as well as International Series, and LIVE Sports, with NO Ads.

  • Binge the exclusive World Premiere of series like Avrodh, Undekhi, Your Honour, SOT & more.
  • Stream the latest International shows like For Life, The Good Doctor, The Handmaid’s Tale, On Becoming a God in Central Florida, Lincoln Rhyme & more.
  • Catch All LIVE Sports - UEFA Champions League, Australian Open, WWE, International & India Cricket series & more.
  • Watch all TV Channels LIVE!
  • NO ADS except on LIVE channels!
Q3. What payment methods are available on LIV? Q3. What payment methods are available on LIV?

The payment methods may differ from place to place.

In-App Payment options:

  • In-App Billing with Google Play and Appstore
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Wallets
  • UPI
  • Internet Banking
  • Lazy Pay

Web Payment options:

  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Wallets
  • UPI
  • Internet Banking
  • Lazy Pay

Payment via TV:

  • In-App Billing with Google Play, Appstore and Amazon Store
  • Scan QR code and Pay
  • From mobile app
Q4. How should I renew my subscription? Q4. How should I renew my subscription?

If your payment mode supports auto-renewal, then your subscription will renew automatically, without any interruption, at the end of your subscription cycle.

If your payment mode doesn’t support auto renewal, then you can renew your subscription by going to ‘My Purchases’.

Q5. My subscription has expired what do I do? Q5. My subscription has expired what do I do?

Don’t you worry. You can subscribe again from ‘My Purchases’ or from the Premium content of your choice.

You could also click on the Subscription cards on the homepage.

Q6. How can I cancel my subscription? Q6. How can I cancel my subscription?

The cancellation will depend on the mode of payment.

Subscriptions made using Credit Card, Debit Card, In-app billing, Wallets and UPI can be cancelled from ‘My Purchases’.

Payment made by Credit Card or Paytm:

Go to ‘My Purchases’ Section on SonyLIV and click ‘Cancel’ to unsubscribe.

Payment made by Google Playstore:

  • Go to your Play Store Account.
  • Select Subscriptions.
  • Click on Unsubscribe.

Payment made by Apple iTunes store:

  • Go to the Settings icon on your iOS device.
  • Select the option "iTunes & App Store".
  • Click on “Apple ID” and then select “View Apple ID”.
  • Now, login with your credentials.
  • Click on “Subscriptions” and select the pack you wish to unsubscribe.

If you have made a purchase using any other mode of payment, you will be charged only once and your subscription will expire automatically once your pack expires.

Q7. Will I get a refund if I cancel my subscription? Q7. Will I get a refund if I cancel my subscription?

Sorry! We do not provide refunds or credits for any partial-month membership periods or unwatched content.

However, you can access the content till the end of the subscription period!

In case of queries, feel free to contact us on livsupport@setindia.com

Q8. Can I use SonyLIV Premium Membership on all devices?? Q8. Can I use SonyLIV Premium Membership on all devices?

SonyLIV Premium Membership is supported on all devices.

However, for using your premium membership on your Smart TV, you will have to buy a SonyLIV subscription from your mobile/web.

Use the same account to binge unlimited content on your smart TV!

Q9. How can I upgrade to a higher pack? Q9. How can I upgrade to a higher pack?

You can upgrade from your current pack to higher pack from your My Accounts section. Currently following upgrade options are available to users-

Primary Pack Upgrade Option
LIV Special LIV Special+, LIV Premium 12
LIV Special + LIV Premium 12M
LIV Premium 1M LIV Premium 6M, LIV Premium 12M
LIV Premium 6M LIV Premium 12M

Note-

- Appstore users can upgrade via Appstore only

- Playstore users can upgrade via Playstore only

- CC/DC/Netbanking/Wallet users can upgrade via any of these payment modes

Q10. Can I buy multiple subscriptions? Q10. Can I buy multiple subscriptions?

Yes, you can purchase multiple subscriptions at a time!

For e.g. you can purchase a Sports packs and a WWE pack at the same time.

Section VII - Restore

Q1. What is Restore on iOS devices and Apple TV? Q1. What is Restore on iOS devices and Apple TV?

If you upgraded or deleted the application, or if you have download problems after purchase, do not worry. Your purchases are guaranteed. This functionality "restores" i.e. re-instate the active subscription on your device.

Q2. In what scenario do you use Restore functionality? Q2. In what scenario do you use Restore functionality?

There are multiple scenario where restore is helpful

  • In case user bought a subscription from say iPhone but the subscription is not visible on Apple TV, clicking on Restore button from My Account or My Purchase will enable subscription on the Apple TV.
  • You have received subscription purchase confirmation from iTunes/Apple Store, but the subscription is still not active? Click on the Restore button from My Account or My Purchase and your subscription will be restored.
  • You have deleted and reinstalled the app or restores the device from a backup? Simply click on Restore button from My account or My purchase and your subscription will be enabled.
Q3. How can I access Restore? Q3. How can I access Restore?

User can restore functionality from either My Account in main menu or from My Purchases under My account.

Q4. I clicked on the Restore button, but my subscription still is not working Q4. I clicked on the Restore button, but my subscription still is not working

Please make sure that you are logged and using the same Apple ID to restore which you used to purchase the subscription. If the Apple ID does not match with the ID you used to purchase subscription, the restore will fail.

Q5. What devices are supported in Restore? Q5. What devices are supported in Restore?

Restore functionality is available and supports all Apple devices such iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV.

Section VIII - Free Trials

Q1. How can I avail free trial on a subscription pack? Q1. How can I avail free trial on a subscription pack?

Step 1: Select a pack for which you want to subscribe for free trial if free trial is available for the pack

Step 2: Validate your payment by entering your payment details and completing the transaction. A nominal amount of Rs.1 would be deducted from your payment mode.

Step 3: Enjoy the trial pack till the validity period ends. Your full pack will be charged on the day the trial period ends. You may choose to cancel the trial anytime within the trial period if you feel the subscription pack isn’t for you.

Step 4: You can also upgrade to other subscription packs during your trial period by paying the full amount of the new pack. Free trial period will not be available for the upgraded pack.

Q2. Why am I not able to see any free trials? Q2. Why am I not able to see any free trials?

You may not be able to see any option for free trial due to the following reasons

1. You have/had an active subscription

2. You may have already availed a free trial before on your account or device

3. Free trial is not offered currently in your country

Q3. I am not able to redeem my coupon for while subscribing with Free trial Q3. I am not able to redeem my coupon for while subscribing with Free trial

Free trial cannot be clubbed with any coupon offers. To redeem the coupon, select the option to buy the subscription pack without free trial. You will be able to redeem the coupon and make the payment any of the payment options available.

Section IX - LIV Special and LIV Special+

Q1. What is the offering of LIV Special and LIV Special+ pack? Q1. What is the offering of LIV Special and LIV Special+ pack?

As part of the LIV Special pack, you will be entitled to:

1. Watch television shows at the same time as on TV

2. Access to KBC Play Along GOLD - you could be among the 10 lakhpatis everyday

3. Watch LIVE sports preview up to 10 minutes, sports highlights (Live streaming of sports not available beyond the free preview duration)

4. Download episodes of television shows and watch offline

Q2. What is the difference between LIV Special and LIV Special Plus packs? Q2. What is the difference between LIV Special and LIV Special Plus packs?

The LIV Special plus pack offers all the benefits of the LIV Special pack minus advertisements. *

* Exception: Ads will be served on free previews, Live sports, TV channels, LIV Games and KBC Play Along.

Q3. Can I watch all TV Shows/Web series/Movies in LIV Special and LIV Special Plus? Q3. Can I watch all TV Shows/Web series/Movies in LIV Special and LIV Special Plus?

You can watch all TV shows and non-sports channels, at the same time as they are aired on television and a preview of up to 10 minutes of LIVE sports with the LIV Special pack. You will also have access to KBC Play Along Gold - you could be among the 10 Lakhpatis every day. However, you will not be able to watch our exclusive world premieres, original web series, international shows, movies and LIVE Sports content which are available only as part of the LIV premium pack.

The LIV Special plus pack offers you all the benefits of the LIV Special pack minus advertisements. *

* Exception: Ads will be served on free previews, Live sports, TV channels, LIV Games and KBC Play Along.

Q4. Can I watch Live sports/highlights/replays in this (LIV Special / LIV Special +) package? Q4. Can I watch Live sports/highlights/replays in this (LIV Special / LIV Special +) package?

You will only be able to watch a preview of up to 10 minutes of our LIVE sports offerings. You will be able to watch the highlights and other sports VOD as part of the LIV Special and LIV Special Plus packages.

To be able to watch Live sports content, you will need to subscribe or upgrade to the LIV Premium pack.

Q5. Will ads be available in LIV Special package? Q5. Will ads be available in LIV Special package?

Advertisements will be served as a part of the content for a LIV Special subscriber.
The LIV Special plus pack offers all the benefits of the LIV Special pack minus advertisements. *

* Exception: Ads will be served on free previews, Live sports, TV channels, LIV Games and KBC Play Along.

Q6. Will ads be available in LIV Special Plus package? Q6. Will ads be available in LIV Special Plus package?

As a LIV Special Plus subscriber, you will get the same benefits as a LIV Special user minus the advertisements. *

* Exception: Ads will be served on free previews, Live sports, TV channels, LIV Games and KBC Play Along.

Q7. Can I upgrade the package to monthly/half yearly/annually premium package? Q7. Can I upgrade the package to monthly/half yearly/annually premium package?

If you are currently a LIV Special subscriber, you can upgrade to the LIV Special + pack or to the annual LIV Premium pack.

If you are currently a LIV Special + subscriber, you can upgrade to the annual LIV Premium packs

Q8. Will both packages be auto renewed same as premium packages? Q8. Will both packages be auto renewed same as premium packages?

As a LIV Special Plus subscriber, you will get the same benefits as a LIV Special user minus the advertisements. *

* Exception: Ads will be served on free previews, Live sports, TV channels, LIV Games and KBC Play Along.

Q9. Will this pack be available outside India? Q9. Will this pack be available outside India?

No, LIV Special and LIV Special plus packs are not available outside India.

Q10. Will offers be available for these packages? Q10. Will offers be available for these packages?

You can avail a 7-day free trial of the LIV Special and LIV Special plus packs, before choosing to subscribe. Currently, we do not have any other offers available on LIV Special or LIV Special plus. We will definitely reach out to you through notifications and other modes as and when offers are available.

Q11. Can I download videos to watch offline? Q11. Can I download videos to watch offline?

Yes, you can download the videos that you are entitled for as part of the LIV Special pack, to watch offline at your own convenience.

Q12. If I choose to cancel subscription during the trial period, Will I be still charged? Q12. If I choose to cancel subscription during the trial period, Will I be still charged?

No, if you cancel the subscription before the end of the trial period, you will not be charged at the end of the trial period.

Q13. Will I get a refund if cancel the subscription? Q13. Will I get a refund if cancel the subscription?

When you cancel the subscription, you will not be charged for the next subscription cycle i.e. your subscription will not be auto renewed. You can continue to enjoy the benefits of your existing pack till the end of the current cycle. No money will be refunded for the current cycle.

Q14. I have taken a free trial. Why have you deducted Re. 1 from my account when the trial says it is free? Q14. I have taken a free trial. Why have you deducted Re. 1 from my account when the trial says it is free?

With reference to your request, kindly note that you are charged INR 1 towards payment instrument authentication and refund for same is already initiated. It may take 5-7 days working days for refund credit to reflect in your account.

Please note that the LIV Special and LIV Special Plus subscription is completely free during the trial period.

Q15. Is it mandatory to purchase subscription for LIV special to watch television shows? Q15. Is it mandatory to purchase subscription for LIV special to watch television shows?

It is not necessary to be a subscriber to watch television shows. The shows will be made available after 24 hours of the television airing. However, to be able to enjoy the show at the same time as television, you can become a subscriber of the LIV Special or LIV Special + or the LIV Premium pack.

Hope this information is helpful.