Xfinity provides a variety of content to its subscribers through the Xfinity Stream app, which includes live TV, on-demand programming, and DVR recordings.
However, certain content is subject to “in-home only” restrictions, meaning it can only be streamed when connected to your home Xfinity Wi-Fi network. This can be inconvenient for users who want to enjoy their content on the go.
In this blog, let’s explore what “In-home only” Restrictions mean and how to get around Xfinity Watch in-home only.
Why Can’t I Stream Xfinity Away From Home?
Xfinity’s “in-home only” refers to a restriction placed on certain content available through the Xfinity Stream app and Xfinity TV service. You are not allowed to access certain contents when you are away from home network.
The “in-home only” restriction is often in place due to licensing agreements between Xfinity and content providers.
These agreements may stipulate that some content, such as certain live TV channels or movies, can only be broadcast within the subscriber’s home.
In this way, content providers manage and protect their content from being accessed more widely than intended.
How to Get Around Xfinity Watch In-Home Only?
You can watch Xfinity In Home only contents by downloading the content, through Home VPN, by using Xfinity Stream app and upgrading to respective premium plan.
1. Use Xfinity Stream App’s Out-of-Home Features
Xfinity offers a selection of live TV channels and on-demand content that can be accessed outside of the home. Make sure to explore the content that is available for streaming when you’re not connected to your home network.
By using The Xfinity Stream App:
- You will get livestream over 250+ channels on the go with the Xfinity Stream mobile app.
- You can access live TV via the Xfinity Stream portal on different devices.
- You can Watch on Amazon Fire TV devices using the Xfinity Stream app.
To use the Xfinity Stream app’s out-of-home feature, follow these steps:
- Download the App: Install the “Xfinity Stream app” from the iTunes App Store, Google Play, or the Amazon App Store onto your mobile device.
- Sign In: Open the app and sign in with your Xfinity ID and password.
- Access Live TV: Once logged in, you can access live TV channels that are available for out-of-home streaming.
- Browse and Watch: Choose from the available channels and on-demand titles that are eligible for streaming outside of your home network.
2. Download Content for Offline Viewing
The Xfinity Stream app allows users to download certain content to their mobile devices to watch offline. Before leaving home, download any shows or movies you wish to watch to get around the in-home-only restriction.
To download content from the Xfinity Stream app, follow these steps:
- Open the “Xfinity Stream app” on your mobile device.
- Sign in with your Xfinity credentials if you’re not already logged in.
- Browse or search for the show or movie you want to download.
- Tap on the “title” to open the detail page for the content.
- Look for a “Download” button or icon and tap on it.
- Wait for the download to complete; you can check the progress in the app’s “Downloads” section.
Once the content is downloaded, you can watch it offline without an internet connection. Remember that not all content on Xfinity Stream is available for download due to licensing restrictions.
3. Use a VPN To Access In-Home Only Content
Some users resort to using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) service to make it appear as though their device is connected to their home network even when they are not.
You have to configure VPN connection on Your router and install a VPN client in your device to access the home network.
- Establish a VPN server on your home network or configure your home router with VPN capabilities. Some routers come with built-in VPN server functions that you can configure.
- Install a VPN client compatible with your VPN server. Configure the client with the details of your home VPN server.
- Once the VPN connection is established, your device should appear as if it’s on your home network. You can then try to access the Xfinity Stream app to watch “in-home only” content.
However, using a VPN to circumvent content restrictions can violate Xfinity’s terms of service and can lead to account suspension or termination.
4. Upgrade Your Xfinity Plan
Check if Xfinity offers a plan or package that includes more content for out-of-home viewing. Some premium packages might have fewer restrictions.
To upgrade to a premium plan on Xfinity, follow these steps:
- Visit the Xfinity website and log in with your Xfinity ID and password.
- Go to the ‘‘Account’‘ section and select ‘‘Services’‘.
- Click on your current TV service to view plan details.
- Look for an option labelled ‘‘Manage Plan’‘ or ‘‘Change Plan’‘ and click on it.
- Browse the available premium plans, comparing features and pricing.
- Select the premium plan you want to upgrade to and choose the option to upgrade.
- Confirm your upgrade choices and agree to any new terms or pricing.
- Follow the instructions to finalize your upgrade, which may include completing a transaction for additional costs.
5. Contact Customer Xfinity Support
If you believe you should have access to certain content outside your home and it’s not working, there may be an issue with your account. Contacting Xfinity customer support can help resolve such issues.
