T-Mobile customers can unlock several free streaming services with T-Mobile, including Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV+, and MLB.TV, depending on their specific plan. These free streaming services with T-Mobile are built into qualifying plans and can save you the cost of separate subscriptions, but you need to activate them through the T-Life app or My.T-Mobile account to start watching.
Which free streaming services come with T-Mobile plans
T-Mobile includes a rotating set of streaming perks across its plans. The complete list of services you may qualify for includes:
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads (valued up to $8.99/month) on Go5G and Magenta plans with two or more lines, or on single-line Experience More, Experience Beyond, Go5G, Go5G Next, Go5G Plus, and Magenta MAX plans.
- Hulu (With Ads), Included on Go5G Next, Experience Beyond, and Experience Beyond 2.0 plans, as well as with T-Mobile Home Internet for $55/month.
- Apple TV+, 6 months free on Go5G plans, or $3/month on Experience More and Experience Beyond plans.
- MLB.TV, A free season-long subscription, typically claimed through T-Mobile Tuesdays.
- SiriusXM, 6 months On Us, then auto-renews at $11.99/month plus tax.
- Pandora Plus, 4 months On Us, then auto-renews at $10.99/month plus tax.
- iHeartRadio Plus and iHeartRadio All Access, included as free music streaming services.
- Quibi, a free streaming service included with T-Mobile plans.
- YouTube Premium, included at no extra cost with Magenta and Magenta MAX plans.
- Binge On, Unlimited video streaming from participating services without using high-speed data on plans with 3GB or more.
Netflix on Us: plans, upgrades, and what happens if you leave
Netflix Standard with Ads is included at no additional cost with qualifying T-Mobile plans. Eligible plans include any Go5G or Magenta plan with two or more lines, or any single-line Experience More 2.0, Experience Beyond 2.0, Experience More, Experience Beyond, Go5G, Go5G Next, Go5G Plus, or Magenta MAX plan. If you want an ad-free experience or 4K streaming, you can upgrade to a higher Netflix tier and pay the price difference on your T-Mobile bill.
If you cancel your qualifying T-Mobile line, your Netflix membership will not automatically cancel. Netflix will resume charging the payment method you had on file before linking it to T-Mobile. To avoid being billed twice, you should cancel your Netflix subscription directly before removing the T-Mobile line.
Hulu with Ads: who gets it and how to redeem
Hulu (With Ads) is included for customers on Experience Beyond, Experience Beyond 2.0, and Go5G Next plans. It is also available with T-Mobile Home Internet for $55/month. To activate, use the T-Life app (Manage tab > See plans > Manage add-ons) or My.T-Mobile website (Account > Manage add-ons and benefits). If you already have a Hulu subscription that you pay for directly or through a third party, you must cancel that existing subscription and wait until the end of your current billing period before you can redeem the T-Mobile offer.
Apple TV+: free trials and discounted access
Customers on Go5G plans and equivalent voice rate plans can receive Apple TV+ On Us for 6 months. After the 6-month free period, the subscription automatically renews at the then-current rate (currently $12.99/month) plus tax unless you cancel. Customers on Experience More and Experience Beyond plans receive Apple TV+ for $3/month, which is a $9.99/month discount off the regular price. To activate, you need to complete registration with Apple in the Apple TV app using an iTunes or Apple Media Services account.
MLB.TV, SiriusXM, and Pandora: limited-time offers
Blackout dates and other restrictions apply, so you may not be able to watch your local team live. SiriusXM Streaming for 6 months On Us auto-renews at $11.99/month plus tax if not cancelled. Pandora Plus for 4 months On Us auto-renews at $10.99/month plus tax if not cancelled. These are limited-time offers that require you to claim them during the promotional window.
How to activate free streaming through T-Life or My.T-Mobile
Follow these steps to activate your T-Mobile streaming benefits:
- Open the T-Life app or go to My.T-Mobile.com and log in to your account.
- Navigate to the Manage tab (in T-Life) or Account section (on the website).
- Select See plans, then choose Manage add-ons and benefits.
- Find the streaming service you want to activate and follow the prompts to link your existing account or create a new one.
- Download the streaming app from the App Store or Google Play Store on your device.
- Sign in and start playback. If you already had an account, ensure it is linked to your T-Mobile line before you cancel any direct billing.
Binge On: unlimited streaming without using data
Binge On allows unlimited video streaming from participating services without using your high-speed data on qualifying plans (3GB or higher data plans). It works by optimizing video for mobile devices, which can reduce video quality to standard definition. Binge On differs from the free subscription perks because it does not give you a paid subscription to any service. Instead, it lets you stream from services like YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu without counting against your data cap. You can enable or disable Binge On in your account settings at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to my streaming perks if I change my T-Mobile plan?
If you switch to a plan that does not include a specific streaming benefit, that perk will be removed from your account. For Netflix, your subscription will stop being billed through T-Mobile, and Netflix will start charging the payment method you had on file unless you cancel first.
Can multiple lines on my account each get their own streaming subscription?
No. Most streaming perks are shared across the entire account. For example, one Netflix subscription is available for all lines on the qualifying plan. Each line can sign in with the same account credentials.
Can I use these streaming services while traveling internationally?
Binge On and Music Freedom programs are primarily designed for use within the United States. While some plans offer limited international data, streaming perks like Netflix on Us and Hulu are tied to your T-Mobile account and may not work abroad or may incur additional charges.
Can I switch between Netflix tiers, like from Standard with Ads to Premium?
Yes. You can upgrade to a higher Netflix plan (ad-free Standard or Premium 4K) and pay the price difference on your T-Mobile bill. Downgrades are also possible, but you must manage the change through your T-Mobile add-ons settings.
Do I lose my Hulu subscription if I cancel my Go5G Next plan?
Yes. The Hulu (With Ads) benefit is tied to your qualifying T-Mobile plan. If you cancel that plan or switch to a non-qualifying plan, the Hulu subscription through T-Mobile ends. You can then sign up for Hulu directly at the standard rate.
