Change your Samsung TV PIN Code

Last Update date : 2024-01-08

A PIN (Personal Identification Number) is a specific password to access your Smart TV and is used for various functions. Most Samsung TVs have an option to set a 4 digit PIN to lock some of the settings and apps. Keep housemates or family members from changing your TV settings as you can change the PIN number or reset it if you have forgotten your PIN. 

Samsung TV

What is the default PIN?

The default PIN is set to 0000. Follow the steps below if you would like to change or reset the PIN. 

1 Press the Home button on your remote control and then head to Settings
Select Settings
  • Note: These images were taken from a 2023 model TV. Steps and layout may differ depending on the model of your TV. 
2 Navigate to All Settings
Navigate to All Settings
3 Select General & Privacy then System Manager
Select General then System Manager
4 Choose Change PIN
Change PIN
5 Enter your current PIN number. The default PIN is "0000"
Enter PIN Number
  • Note: If the TV keyboard does not pop up, ensure your remote is paired with your TV by holding the Back icon and General icon buttons simultaneously for at least 5 seconds or until a message appears on your TV indicating that the remote is now connected. 
6 Then enter a new PIN
Change PIN Number

Forgotten your TV PIN?  If so, follow this guide to reset your PIN. 

Option 1: With a Samsung Smart Remote or Remote Control

1 Turn on the TV, then press the Volume button.
2 Press the + button to increase the volume, then press the Return button.
3 Press the – button to decrease the volume, then press the Return button.
4 Press the + button again, then press the Return button, and the PIN should be reset to 0000.
tv smart remote

Option 2: With a standard Remote Control

1 Turn on the TV, then press the Mute button.
2 Press the + button, then press the Return button.
3 Press the - button, then press the Return button.
4 Press the + button again, then press the Return button, and the PIN should be reset to 0000.
  Your TV’s default PIN should be set to 0000 once again.
tv standard remote

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