WHYY Watch App

Discover the joy of streaming with the free, new WHYY Watch app! Watch live TV, binge your favorite WHYY and PBS shows, and enjoy exclusive content — all on your schedule. Unlock WHYY Passport with a qualifying donation and access over 4,000 episodes and films from our full library.

Download for free, wherever you watch

The WHYY Watch app is available to download on the following platforms:

Questions? We’re here to help!

How do I start watching on the WHYY Watch app?

Getting started is easy!

  • If you already have a WHYY PBS account, simply sign in to the WHYY Watch app using your existing credentials.
  • If you’re new to WHYY, you can create a free account when you first download the app.

With a free account, you can stream live TV and watch currently airing PBS and WHYY programs. Make a qualifying donation to unlock WHYY Passport, giving you access to the full catalog of national and local shows and specials. As a WHYY Passport member, you’ll also enjoy early access to new seasons of Masterpiece favorites, NOVA and Nature specials, Ken Burns’ documentaries, and much more.


Need more help or having issues troubleshooting your device?

If you’re having any problems with device activation, activating your Passport account, streaming video content, or anything else, we’re here to help.

Unlock even more videos on the WHYY Watch app with WHYY Passport

Donate $5 or more per month to become a WHYY Passport member and get access exclusive shows, full seasons, archives, and more.

Available to everyone on the WHYY Watch app and WHYY.org WHYY Passport logo
Available with a WHYY Passport membership on the WHYY Watch app and WHYY.org
Watch recent episodes from WHYY and PBS on any device
Create a list of favorite shows
Live stream WHYY TV, PBS Kids, and the World Channel
Stream all 4,000+ episodes and films, including Ken Burns, Masterpiece, Nature, NOVA, and Great Performances
Binge watch program seasons before they broadcast NEW
Support WHYY’s mission with your membership