***Updated 8/12/2026*** What's the difference between an X1 Purchase PIN and Locks PIN? This article provides a better understanding of how parental controls work, including the difference between a Locks PIN and a Purchase PIN for the Xfinity X1. Parental controls Parental controls allow you to lim

***Updated 8/13/2026*** Learn about audio description with Xfinity. What is audio description? Audio description plays descriptions of what’s on the screen during some TV programs. This includes actions, facial expressions, costumes, or scene changes. It makes television programs, feature films, and

***Updated 6/25/2026*** This article lists the steps to pair or activate your CableCARD. For more information and FAQs about CableCARDs, learn about CableCARDs. For details on how you can get a CableCARD to activate your Xfinity TV service on CableCARD-compatible retail devices, read about obtaining

***Updated 8/12/2026*** This article provides an overview of the YouTube app on Xfinity X1. Eligibility To use the YouTube app on X1, you'll need: Xfinity Internet serviceA compatible X1 TV Box (excludes RNG150s) Access and use the YouTube app To access the YouTube app, press the xfinity button on y

***Updated 6/29/2026*** Watch your favorite Hulu content directly on your Xfinity X1 or Xumo Stream Box devices! To access the Hulu app, you’ll need: A compatible X1 TV Box (RNG150 and Pace XG1v1 models aren’t supported) or Xumo Stream Box.Xfinity Internet (any level of service).A Hulu subscription.

***Updated 8/6/2026*** The Xfinity Stream app is available on most Roku devices. For supported versions, see Xfinity Stream app minimum system requirements. Note: You can’t use the Xfinity Stream app on Roku prior to installation of your Xfinity Internet and Xfinity TV services. Requirements Devices

Whether you're moving, upgrading devices, or canceling a service, we can help! Visit our Digital Return Center at xfinity.com/returns and follow the on-screen instructions for the device you'd like to return to us. If you don't see your device, simply follow the return options below. Even if you’ve

Learn how to replace the batteries in your Xfinity Home devices. When some devices' batteries begin to expire, a low-battery alert displays on: The Xfinity Home app and your touchscreen if you subscribe to Xfinity Home Pro Protection.The Xfinity app if you subscribe to Xfinity Home Self Protection.

***Updated 8/12/2026*** The purpose of this document is meant to be a reference to IR (infrared) receiver locations on the lineup of XFINITY X1 Set-Top Boxes. Each type of STB will be listed with a picture of the device, a yellow marker indicating where the IR receiver is, and a brief description of

***Updated 8/6/2026*** Introducing the Xfinity Voice Remote — only from Xfinity The Xfinity Voice Remote (models XR11, XR15, XR16, XR100, XRA and the Xfinity Web Remote) lets you find what you want faster by using voice commands to change channels, search for shows, get recommendations, and more. If

​***Created by our​​ ​​Community Users***​ ​ ​ ​If you receive mail that purports to be from Comcast telling you (the following are only a few of the things these emails will tell you)​ ​ ​ ​1​​) Your account has been blocked​ ​2​​) There has been unusual activity on your account​ ​3​​) To update yo

Let's activate your new Xfinity Internet/Xfinity Voice service if you rent an Xfinity Gateway! If you don’t need instructions and are ready to act now, simply go to the Xfinity app on your Apple or Android device to get started. Remember: The xFi Fiber Gateway is only available through professional

​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​If using Windows 10's browser EDGE, you will need to do the following to set your homepage.​ ​ ​ ​Click the "3-Dot menu"​​ (…) on the address bar, then​​ ​​Settings.​ ​In the left menu, click Start, home, and new tabs. ​ ​On the right side o

***Updated 5/5/2026*** Typically, two pieces of equipment are required to connect to the internet and the WiFi network in your home: A modem connects your home to an Internet Service Provider's (e.g., Comcast's) network.A router connects your wired and wireless devices to your modem. The Xfinity Wir

​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​If you are experiencing any problems with your Comcast internet connection, the suggestions below may provide some assistance with identifying and potentially resolving the issue. If you are still experiencing any connection issues after followi

***Updated 8/11/2026*** With an X1 Wireless TV Box (XiOne, Xi5, and Xi6), you can watch live TV through your in-home Xfinity network without a coaxial cable connection. X1 Wireless TV Boxes also have the same functionality as other non-DVR X1 devices. For more information on Xumo Stream Box from Xfi

***Updated 5/5/2026*** Xfinity Advanced Security gives you a smarter and more personalized way to protect your network. It helps keep your connected devices, like computers, phones, cameras, and smart thermostats, safe. Advanced Security comes at no extra cost when you have Xfinity Internet and rent

***Updated 5/17/2026*** Stay connected, effortlessly — with Xfinity WiFi hotspots. With millions of Xfinity WiFi hotspots across the country, you’re never far from a fast, reliable connection. Whether you're grabbing coffee, traveling, or just out and about, Xfinity WiFi keeps you online with ease.

​Question​ ​ ​ ​How do I forward my email message to a text message on my XFINITY Mobile phone?​ ​ ​ ​Answer​ ​***Created by our Community***​ ​ ​ ​There are two ways to text an email to Xfinity phones besides plain old phone number texting.​ ​ ​ ​using: "[phone number]@​​vtext.com​​" works for stra

***Updated 5/4/2026*** ​ Question​ ​ ​ ​How do I log into my Xfinity modem so I can manage my home network?​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​Answer​ ​ ​ ​***Created by our​​ ​​Community Users***​ ​ ​​ ​​With a computer, phone, or tablet that’s connected to your network, open a web browser and go to the Admin Tool at ​​