Solved: Why Your BET Activation Code Says "Invalid" or "Expired"
Why Your Code Stopped Working
Security protocols cause most invalid code errors. BET generates a temporary code that links your TV device to your TV provider account. This code has a short lifespan.
Time-out: You waited too long to enter the code. These codes often expire after just a few minutes.
Typos: You mistyped a character. It’s easy to confuse an "O" with a "0" or an "I" with a "1".
System Glitch: The app on your TV froze or failed to refresh the code from the server.
Browser Data: Old data in your web browser is conflicting with the new activation attempt.
How to Fix an Invalid or Expired Code
Follow these specific steps to generate a fresh code and activate your device immediately.
1. Refresh the Code
Do not try to guess the old code. Grab your TV remote.
Select the option to "Regenerate Code" on your TV screen.
If you don't see that button, close the BET app completely and reopen it.
A new 7-digit activation code will appear.
2. Use the Correct Device
Grab your smartphone or computer. Do not try to do this through the TV's built-in browser.
Open a web browser like Chrome or Safari.
Type bet.com/activate directly into the address bar.
3. Enter the Code Immediately
Enter the new code from your TV screen into the box on your phone.
Click "Continue."
Sign in with your TV provider credentials (like Xfinity, DirecTV, or Spectrum).
Advanced Troubleshooting
If a new code still fails, the problem is likely your browser or internet connection.
Use Incognito Mode
Your browser stores old files that block new activations.
Open an Incognito or Private window on your browser.
Go to bet.com/activate.
Enter your code here. This bypasses stored cache issues.
Check Your Network
Your TV and your phone must connect to the internet reliably.
Switch your phone from Wi-Fi to cellular data to rule out a local network block.
Restart your Wi-Fi router if your TV struggles to load the app.
Verify Your Subscription
You cannot activate the standard BET app without a paid TV package.
Log in to your TV provider's website separately.
Confirm your package includes the BET channel.
If you use BET+, you need a different app and a different website (bet.plus/activate).