Get started with Watchly
Install the app, connect your first source, and start watching the media you already own.
4 min readiPhone · iPad · Mac · Apple TV
Download Watchly
Get Watchly from the App Store on iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV. Use the same Watchly account later if you want Continue Watching and collections to follow you.
Allow local network discovery
On first launch, Watchly may ask to enable Auto-Discovery. Allow it so Nearby, network shares, and File Sharing can find devices on your Wi‑Fi.
Sign in or continue as Guest
Sign in with Apple, Google, or email OTP to sync Watchlist, Liked, Seen, and progress. Or choose Continue as Guest to explore on one device first.
Add your first source
Open Sources → Add Source. Connect Plex or Jellyfin, a cloud drive, a network share, or local files. Your library appears on Home with TMDB posters and shelves.
