Samsung TV Plus is a free ad-supported streaming service that comes built into many Samsung televisions. You can disable it by going to your TV's settings menu, finding the Samsung TV Plus app, and either uninstalling it or hiding it from your home screen — the exact steps depend on which Samsung TV model you own and which year it was made.
Key Takeaways
- Samsung TV Plus lives in your TV's app menu and can be removed through Settings without affecting other apps or your TV's performance.
- Newer Samsung TVs (2016 and later) let you uninstall the app entirely, while older models may only let you hide it from view.
- If you cannot find an uninstall option, you can disable notifications and hide the app from your home screen instead.
- Removing Samsung TV Plus does not delete any other apps, change your internet connection, or require a technician.
Uninstalling Samsung TV Plus on newer models (2016 and later)
If your Samsung TV was made in 2016 or later, the TV Plus app can usually be uninstalled completely. Press the Home button on your remote to open the home screen. Navigate to the Apps section (sometimes labeled "Apps" or shown as a grid icon). Find Samsung TV Plus in your app list.
Highlight Samsung TV Plus and press and hold the Select button (the center button on your remote) for a few seconds. A menu should appear with options including "Uninstall" or "Remove." Select Uninstall. Your TV will confirm the removal, and the app will disappear from your system.
If you do not see an Uninstall option, your TV model may only allow you to hide the app rather than remove it — move to the next section for those steps.
Hiding Samsung TV Plus if uninstall is not available
Older Samsung TV models and some newer ones restrict what you can uninstall. In these cases, you can hide the app from your home screen so you do not see it when you turn on your TV. Press Home on your remote and go to Apps. Find Samsung TV Plus in the list.
Press and hold Select on Samsung TV Plus. Instead of Uninstall, look for options like "Hide from Home" or "Remove from Home." Select that option. The app will remain on your TV's system but will no longer appear on your home screen or in your app menu.
If you later want to use Samsung TV Plus again, you can unhide it by going to Settings, then Apps, then finding a "Show Hidden Apps" or "All Apps" option and selecting Show.
Disabling notifications from Samsung TV Plus
Even if you cannot uninstall or hide the app, you can stop it from sending you notifications and alerts. Go to Settings on your TV (usually accessed through the gear icon on the home screen). Navigate to Apps or Applications, then find Samsung TV Plus in the list.
Select Samsung TV Plus and look for a Notifications option. Toggle notifications off. You can also look for a "Permissions" or "App Permissions" section and disable any permissions the app has to send alerts or access your viewing history.
This will not remove the app from your TV, but it will prevent pop-ups and alerts from appearing while you use other apps.
What happens after you disable Samsung TV Plus
Removing or hiding Samsung TV Plus does not affect any other apps on your TV, your internet connection, or any channels you have set up. Your TV will work exactly as it did before, except you will no longer see Samsung TV Plus on your home screen or in your app list.
If you uninstall the app and later change your mind, you can usually reinstall it by going to the Samsung App Store or your TV's app store and searching for Samsung TV Plus. The reinstall is free and takes only a few minutes.
Troubleshooting if you cannot find the option to remove it
Some Samsung TV models, particularly older ones from 2015 and earlier, do not allow users to uninstall or hide Samsung TV Plus through the standard menu. If you have tried the steps above and the option does not appear, your TV model may have locked the app to the system.
In this case, your best option is to hide the app from your home screen by moving it to a folder or to the end of your app list, or to disable notifications so it does not interrupt your viewing. You can also contact Samsung Support with your TV model number (usually found on the back of the TV or in Settings > About This TV) to ask whether your specific model supports removing the app.
If you are having trouble navigating your TV's menu, check your TV's manual or visit Samsung's support website and search for your model number — they often have step-by-step guides with screenshots for your exact TV.
Why Samsung includes TV Plus on its televisions
Samsung TV Plus is a free streaming service that Samsung offers to TV owners. The company includes it on new TVs because it generates advertising revenue — the service is supported by ads, not by a subscription fee. Samsung does not charge you to remove it, and removing it does not affect your warranty or your TV's ability to receive software updates.
If you prefer not to use the service, disabling it is a normal part of setting up a new Samsung TV, and you will not be the only person doing so.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will removing Samsung TV Plus slow down my TV or cause problems?
No. Uninstalling or hiding the app will not affect your TV's speed, performance, or ability to run other apps. Samsung TV Plus is a separate process, and removing it does not touch any of your TV's core systems.
Can I remove Samsung TV Plus if I do not have the remote?
You can use the Samsung SmartThings app on your phone to control your TV if you have lost the remote. read the app, connect it to your TV, and use your phone as a remote to navigate to Settings and Apps. The steps are the same as using the physical remote.
What if Samsung TV Plus comes back after I remove it?
If the app reappears after a software update, your TV may have reinstalled it automatically. You can remove it again using the same steps. Some users report that Samsung TV Plus returns after major TV updates — if this happens repeatedly, you can hide it instead of uninstalling it.
Does removing Samsung TV Plus affect my other streaming apps like Netflix or YouTube?
No. Removing Samsung TV Plus does not change, delete, or affect any other apps on your TV. All your other streaming services will continue to work normally.
Where do I find my TV model number if I need to contact Samsung?
The model number is usually printed on a sticker on the back of your TV. You can also find it in your TV's Settings menu — go to Settings, then About This TV or About, and look for Model Number or Model Name. Write it down before you contact Samsung Support.