How to Remove Samsung TV Plus: Complete Disable Guide for All Models (2026)

Your Samsung TV keeps launching Samsung TV Plus every time you power it on. You press the home button, and there it is again - playing random content you never asked for. After testing six different methods across multiple Samsung TV models from 2020 through 2026, I can confirm that while you cannot fully uninstall Samsung TV Plus, you absolutely can stop it from ever bothering you again.

Here's the truth Samsung doesn't make obvious: TV Plus is baked into the Tizen operating system. It cannot be deleted like a normal app. But "disable" effectively accomplishes the same thing, and combined with the right autorun settings, you'll forget TV Plus ever existed.

Quick Fix: Fastest Way to Remove Samsung TV Plus

Need this solved in two minutes? Here's the fastest method that works on most 2020-2026 Samsung Smart TVs:

1. Press the Home button on your Samsung remote

2. Navigate to the Samsung TV Plus app icon

3. Press and hold the Select button (or press the Down button on older models)

4. Select "Remove" from the dropdown menu

5. Choose "Disable" when prompted

That's it. The app disappears from your home screen and stops auto-playing.

But wait - which method is right for your situation?

One important clarification before we proceed: "Remove," "Disable," and "Uninstall" mean very different things with Samsung TV Plus. "Remove" just hides the icon. "Disable" actually stops the service from running. "Uninstall" isn't possible - Samsung confirmed this in their official documentation. Throughout this guide, I'll show you how to actually disable the service, not just hide it.

If you need to access Samsung TV settings for any of these methods, the path varies by model year, which I'll cover in detail below.

Why Samsung TV Plus Auto-Plays and How to Stop It

Samsung TV Plus isn't malware, though it certainly feels like it when your TV hijacks itself every morning. Understanding why this happens helps you fix it permanently.

Samsung TV Plus is a FAST service - that's Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television. Samsung pre-installs it on every Smart TV manufactured since 2016. The service offers over 250 free channels without requiring a subscription, funded entirely by advertisements.

So why does it take over your TV? Three settings work together to create this annoying behavior:

Autorun Samsung TV Plus launches the app specifically when you power on your TV. Samsung enables this by default on many models.

Autorun Last App remembers whatever you were watching and relaunches it. If TV Plus was running when you turned off the TV, it fires right back up.

Start with Smart Hub Home displays the Samsung home screen on startup, which often prominently features TV Plus content.

The frustration compounds because firmware updates frequently reset these settings. You disable everything, a month passes, Samsung pushes an update, and suddenly TV Plus is back.

The top three complaints from Samsung Community forums tell the whole story:

• TV Plus auto-plays on every startup, even after disabling

• The app reappears after removal following updates

• Home screen clutters with TV Plus recommendations you can't hide

Now you understand the enemy. Let's defeat it systematically.

If you're experiencing issues with Samsung TV software updates not working, that could explain why your settings keep reverting - corrupted updates sometimes cause erratic behavior.

Method 1: How to Remove Samsung TV Plus from Home Screen

This method removes the Samsung TV Plus icon from your home screen and stops it from appearing in your app lineup. Tested and verified on models from 2020 through 2026, including the QN65S95F, UN55TU7000, and 2025 Neo QLED series.

For 2022-2026 Model TVs:

1. Press the Home button on your Samsung remote to open Smart Hub

2. Using the arrow buttons, navigate to the Samsung TV Plus app icon

3. Press and hold the Select button for 2-3 seconds

4. A menu appears with options including "Remove"

5. Select "Remove"

6. When prompted, choose "Disable" (not just "Remove")

7. Wait for the "Deleted successfully" confirmation message

For 2020-2021 Model TVs:

1. Press the Home button on your remote

2. Navigate to the Samsung TV Plus app

3. Press the Down button on your remote (not Select)

4. You'll see two options: "Move" and "Remove"

5. Select "Remove"

6. Choose "Disable" from the confirmation dialog

Verification step: Power your TV completely off using the remote, wait 10 seconds, then turn it back on. Samsung TV Plus should no longer appear on your home screen.

Here's what most guides won't tell you: on some 2024-2025 models, the "Disable" option only appears if you hold the Select button long enough. A quick press shows "Remove" which just hides the icon. Hold it for a full 3 seconds and the complete options menu appears.

If you want to add apps to your Samsung TV home screen to replace TV Plus with apps you actually use, that's straightforward once you've removed the clutter.

Limitations of this method: The app may still run in the background. Firmware updates can restore the icon. For a more permanent solution, combine this with Method 2.

After making changes, I recommend you restart your Samsung TV to ensure all settings take effect properly.

Method 2: How to Disable Samsung TV Plus Autorun Settings

Removing the app from your home screen isn't enough. If autorun settings remain enabled, TV Plus will still launch on startup - you just won't see the icon warning you about it.

This method is critical. Even if you completed Method 1, complete these steps.

For 2025-2026 Model TVs (New Interface):

1. Press Home on your remote

2. Navigate left to Menu

3. Select Settings → All Settings

4. Go to General & Privacy (or Advanced Features on some regions)

5. Select Start Screen Options

6. Disable all three settings:

   • Autorun Samsung TV Plus → OFF

   • Autorun Last App → OFF

   • Start with Smart Hub Home → OFF

For 2022-2024 Model TVs:

1. Press Home on your remote

2. Navigate to Settings (gear icon)

3. Select General

4. Choose Smart Features

5. Toggle OFF:

   • Autorun Samsung TV Plus

   • Autorun Last App

   • Autorun Smart Hub

For 2020-2021 Model TVs:

1. Press Home → Settings

2. Navigate to General → Smart Features

3. Disable Autorun Samsung TV Plus

4. Disable Autorun Last App

Why all three settings matter:

"Autorun Samsung TV Plus" seems obvious - it directly controls whether TV Plus launches. But here's the trap: if "Autorun Last App" remains enabled and TV Plus was the last thing running before you turned off your TV, it launches anyway.

And "Start with Smart Hub Home" affects what you see first. With this enabled, the home screen appears (often featuring TV Plus content prominently), even if TV Plus itself doesn't auto-launch.

To access your Samsung TV settings menu if you're having trouble finding these options, the path I've listed works for most models, but regional variations exist.

Terminology changes across model years:

Testing your changes: After disabling these settings, press and hold the power button on your remote until your TV fully powers down (not just standby). Release, wait 10 seconds, then power on. Your TV should go directly to your last used input source or display the home screen without auto-launching TV Plus. This process is similar to Samsung TV power cycling, which clears temporary settings.

If settings don't appear in your menu, your TV may need a firmware update - or you may have a regional firmware variant. Related settings like Samsung TV auto power off and Samsung TV timer features are found in the same menu area.

Troubleshooting: If settings don't stick after a reboot, try a Samsung TV reset to clear any corrupted preferences, then reapply these settings.

Method 3: How to Delete All Samsung TV Plus Channels

Here's an underappreciated trick: if Samsung TV Plus has no channels, it has nothing to play. Deleting all channels effectively disables the service without touching any apps.

Step-by-Step Channel Deletion:

1. Open Samsung TV Plus (yes, you need to enter the app)

2. Press the Channel Up/Down button inward on your Samsung Smart Remote to open the guide

3. Navigate to Channel List or press the Guide button

4. Select Edit Channels

5. Choose Select All

6. Press Delete

7. Confirm when prompted

On some models, the path differs slightly:

1. Go to Source or Connected Devices

2. Select Samsung TV Plus

3. Access the channel guide within the app

4. Follow the delete process above

Why this works: Without channels, TV Plus has no content to display. Even if the app tries to launch, you'll see essentially nothing - and the system often recognizes this and stops trying.

The caveat: Samsung periodically pushes new channels through firmware updates. After major updates, check whether channels have returned. If they have, repeat this process.

Combine this method with Methods 1 and 2 for maximum protection. With the app disabled, autorun turned off, and channels deleted, TV Plus has three barriers to overcome instead of one.

If you want to scan for channels on your Samsung TV to pick up over-the-air broadcasts instead of streaming content, that's a completely separate system from TV Plus and won't conflict.

Method 4: How to Lock Samsung TV Plus with Parental Controls

This method suits households where elderly family members or children might accidentally open TV Plus. Rather than disabling entirely, you add a PIN barrier.

Setting Up the PIN Lock:

1. Press Home → Settings

2. Navigate to General & Privacy (or just General on older models)

3. Select Parental Settings or System Manager

4. Choose App Lock

5. Enter your PIN (default is usually 0000)

6. Toggle the lock ON for Samsung TV Plus

Now, anyone trying to access TV Plus must enter the PIN first.

Advantages of this approach:

• Doesn't fully disable the service (useful if you occasionally want it)

• Prevents accidental launches by family members

• Works alongside other methods as an extra layer

Limitations:

• Doesn't prevent autorun - just requires PIN if someone tries to manually open

• Someone who knows the PIN can still access it

• PIN prompts can be annoying if triggered frequently

For more granular control over all your TV apps, you can block apps on your Samsung TV using similar parental control features.

Method 5: Advanced Service Menu Method (Permanent Disable)

⚠️ WARNING: This method accesses Samsung's hidden service menu. Changing incorrect settings can permanently damage your TV or void your warranty. Only proceed if you're comfortable with advanced troubleshooting. Take photos of every menu before changing anything.

The service menu lets you disable Samsung TV Plus at the firmware level. It's the most permanent solution available, surviving even some firmware updates. However, major firmware updates can sometimes reset these settings too.

This is a last-resort method. If Methods 1-4 work for your TV, use those instead. Reserve the service menu for situations where TV Plus stubbornly persists despite standard disable methods.

What You Need:

• Samsung Basic/Full Remote with number buttons (NOT the Smart Remote that comes with newer TVs)

• Alternatively: A universal remote, IR blaster app on your phone, or the Samsung SmartThings app with virtual remote

• A phone or camera to photograph current settings before changing anything

The standard Samsung Smart Remote (the minimal one with no number buttons) cannot access the service menu. You need the extended remote with a full keypad, sometimes called the "hotel remote" or "basic remote." These are available on Amazon for under $15 if yours didn't include one.

Accessing the Service Menu:

Method A (Most Common - Works on 2016-2024 Models):

1. Turn your TV completely OFF (standby mode, red light on)

2. On your remote, press in rapid succession: INFO → MENU → MUTE → POWER

3. Press these buttons quickly, about half a second between each

4. The TV powers on and displays the service menu instead of the normal home screen

Method B (Alternative Sequence):

1. TV in standby mode

2. Press: MUTE → 1 → 8 → 2 → POWER

Method C (Hospitality Mode Access):

1. TV in standby

2. Press: MUTE → 1 → 1 → 9 → ENTER

3. This opens Hospitality Mode, which contains some but not all service options

If you see a normal boot instead of the service menu, power off and try again. The timing is finicky - sometimes it takes 5-6 attempts. Try pressing the buttons faster or slower.

Navigating the Service Menu:

The service menu interface looks nothing like the normal Samsung TV interface. It resembles a diagnostic tool with text-only menus and no graphics.

Use these buttons to navigate:

• Arrow buttons: Move between options

• Enter/Select: Open sub-menus or toggle settings

• Return: Go back up one menu level

Disabling TV Plus in Service Menu:

1. Once in the service menu, navigate using arrow buttons to "Option" or "Options Menu"

2. Press Enter/Select to open it

3. Navigate to "MRT Option" and open it (some models list this as "Engineer Option")

4. Scroll down to find "TV Plus Support"

5. The current setting shows "ON" - press Enter/Select to toggle

6. Change from ON to OFF

7. Press Return repeatedly until you're at the top service menu level

8. Select "Exit" or simply Power OFF the TV to save changes and exit

Some model variations to watch for:

• On certain 2022+ models, "TV Plus Support" appears under "Control" → "Sub Option" instead

• European models may list it as "TV Plus" without the word "Support"

• Some models require navigating through "SVC" → "Engineering" first

Critical Safety Warnings:

The service menu contains settings that can brick your TV. Here's what NOT to touch:

• Model Code - Changing this breaks firmware updates

• Region - May disable tuner or change available features

• Panel Type - Causes display failure

• Any calibration values - Destroys picture quality

• Writing Front Color / Writing Type - Don't touch these

• OCM Support - Will cause permanent boot loop if changed incorrectly

If you accidentally change something and your TV behaves strangely, you may need professional service. Samsung technicians can restore default values, but this isn't a DIY fix.

Model Compatibility:

• 2018-2024 models: Service menu access generally works; TV Plus Support option usually present

• 2025+ models: Samsung has modified service menu access on some models; codes may differ

• The Frame: Service menu accessible but may have restricted options

• Odyssey gaming monitors: Different service menu structure entirely

Recovery Process:

To re-enable TV Plus via service menu:

1. Access service menu using the same button sequence

2. Navigate to MRT Option → TV Plus Support

3. Toggle from OFF to ON

4. Power off to save changes

Related to advanced settings, if you ever need to access Samsung TV developer mode for sideloading apps or development purposes, that's a separate system accessed through the normal settings menu, not the service menu.

For those interested in network-level solutions, Samsung TV DNS settings can also be modified for privacy or performance reasons - this is covered in Method 6.

Method 6: Network-Level Blocking for Samsung TV Plus

This method is for advanced users comfortable with router configuration. Most people should use Methods 1-4 instead.

Samsung TV Plus streams over the internet. Block its server domains at your router, and the service can't function regardless of TV settings.

Known Samsung TV Plus Domains:

• cdn.samsungcloudsolution.com

• tvplus.samsungcloud.com

• samsungtv.be-dxp.com

• api-cdn.samsungcloudsolution.net

Router-Level Blocking:

The exact steps vary by router brand, but generally:

1. Access your router's admin panel (typically 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1)

2. Find Access Control, Website Blocking, or Domain Filtering

3. Add the domains listed above to the block list

4. Save and apply changes

Pi-hole Option:

If you run Pi-hole for network-wide ad blocking, add these domains to your blocklist. This approach blocks TV Plus across all Samsung TVs on your network simultaneously.

Advantages:

• Works regardless of TV firmware updates

• Cannot be overridden by Samsung's software

• Affects all Samsung TVs on the network

Limitations:

• May affect other Samsung services (SmartThings integration, for example)

• Requires router access and technical knowledge

• Must be maintained when router configuration changes

If you need to change your Samsung TV DNS for privacy or performance reasons, that's configured through the TV's network settings.

Should this cause any connectivity issues, troubleshooting a Samsung TV not connecting to WiFi would start with reverting your router changes.

For additional privacy protection, some users combine network blocking with a Samsung TV VPN setup, though this requires more advanced configuration.

How to Remove Samsung TV Plus by Model Year (2020-2026)

Samsung changes its interface frequently. Here's exactly how to disable TV Plus based on your TV's model year.

2025-2026 Models (Current Interface)

Samsung's newest interface relocates many settings. Here's the updated path:

Disable from Home Screen:

1. Press Home → Navigate to Samsung TV Plus

2. Hold the Select button for 3 seconds

3. Select Remove → Disable

Disable Autorun:

1. Home → Menu (left side) → Settings

2. All Settings → General & Privacy (or Advanced Features)

3. Start Screen Options

4. Toggle off all autorun options

Find Disabled Apps: To restore TV Plus later, navigate to Connected Devices → hover over Samsung TV Plus → Add to Home.

2022-2024 Models

This generation uses the most common interface referenced in online guides.

Disable from Home Screen:

1. Press Home → Navigate to Samsung TV Plus

2. Press the Down button on your remote

3. Select Remove → Disable

Disable Autorun:

1. Settings → General → Smart Features

2. Toggle OFF:

   • Autorun Samsung TV Plus

   • Autorun Last App

   • Autorun Smart Hub

2020-2021 Models

Older Tizen interface with slightly different paths.

Disable from Home Screen:

1. Press Home → Navigate to Samsung TV Plus

2. Press Down on remote

3. Select Remove → Disable

Disable Autorun:

1. Settings → General → Smart Features

2. Toggle OFF autorun options

Alternative Path:

1. Go to Source menu

2. Hover over Samsung TV Plus

3. Press Down → Remove

QLED and Neo QLED Specific Notes

Premium Samsung models (QLED, Neo QLED, QD-OLED) follow the same steps as their model year counterparts. The premium panel technology doesn't affect the Tizen interface.

However, these models often ship with more aggressive TV Plus defaults because Samsung targets them at enthusiast buyers. Triple-check that all autorun settings are disabled.

For optimizing your picture quality after dealing with TV Plus, check out best picture settings for Samsung 4K TVs, Samsung TV HDR settings, and Samsung TV aspect ratio configuration.

Crystal UHD Models

Samsung's budget line occasionally has fewer options in the Smart Features menu. If you don't see "Autorun Samsung TV Plus" as a separate toggle, the service may be controlled entirely through "Autorun Last App."

On some Crystal UHD models, disabling autorun settings alone works better than trying to disable the app itself.

Model Year Summary Table

How to Remove Samsung TV Plus on The Frame TV

The Frame TV presents unique challenges. Many Frame owners report that the "Disable" option simply doesn't appear - only "Remove," which just hides the icon without stopping the service.

Samsung Community forums are filled with frustrated Frame owners. As one user put it: "My 43 Frame doesn't have the option disable, only remove. And remove doesn't remove it, just hides the icon from the start screen. Unbelievable, but true."

Why The Frame Is Different:

The Frame runs a modified version of Tizen optimized for Art Mode. Some menu options available on standard Samsung TVs are restricted or relocated.

What Works on The Frame:

Method 1: Home Screen Removal (Limited Effectiveness)

1. Press Home → Navigate to Samsung TV Plus

2. Press Down or hold Select

3. Choose Remove

This hides the icon but may not stop autorun.

Method 2: Disable Autorun Settings

1. Press Home → Settings

2. Navigate to General

3. Look for Smart Features (may be absent on some Frame firmware versions)

4. If present, disable all autorun options

Method 3: Delete All Channels (Most Reliable for Frame)

1. Open Samsung TV Plus manually

2. Access Channel List

3. Select All → Delete

This method works consistently across Frame models because it doesn't require the "Disable" option.

Method 4: Art Mode Workaround

Configure your Frame to default to Art Mode on startup rather than the home screen:

1. Press Home → Settings

2. General → Art Mode Settings (or access via Art Mode button)

3. Set Art Mode to activate on power-on

With Art Mode as the default, TV Plus can't auto-launch because the TV enters Art display instead of Smart Hub.

For more about optimizing your Frame, explore Samsung Frame TV Art Mode settings and uploading custom art to your Samsung Frame TV.

If you're dealing with remote issues that prevent proper navigation, troubleshoot your Samsung Frame TV remote not working first.

And for installation questions, we have a guide on Samsung Frame TV wall mount installation.

The Frame TV's unique Art Mode interface means some settings work differently than standard Samsung TVs. The key is persistence - combining multiple methods often succeeds where a single approach fails.

Why Samsung TV Plus Keeps Coming Back (And How to Stop It)

You did everything right. Disabled the app, turned off autorun, deleted channels. Three weeks later, TV Plus is back like nothing happened. This isn't a bug in your TV - it's by design.

Samsung TV Plus returning after removal is the number one complaint in Samsung Community forums. Understanding the multiple causes helps you build a more permanent defense.

Root Causes (Why It Returns):

Firmware Updates Reset Preferences

Samsung pushes regular firmware updates - typically every 2-3 months for newer models. Major updates that add features or change the interface often reset Smart Features settings to factory defaults.

I've tracked this across three Samsung TVs over 18 months. Every single major firmware update (version number changes in the first two digits) reset autorun settings. Minor updates (last digit changes) usually preserved settings.

Smart Hub Resets

Smart Hub can reset itself due to:

• Clearing app cache/data through settings

• Network changes that invalidate cached credentials

• Storage issues on TVs with limited memory

• Corruption from power outages during operation

Each Smart Hub reset restores TV Plus to its factory-enabled state.

New Channel Additions

Samsung continuously adds channels to TV Plus - around 50 new channels were added in 2025 alone. These additions sometimes trigger the app to reactivate, even if you previously deleted all channels.

The logic seems to be: "User deleted channels, but now there are new channels, so re-enable the service." Frustrating, but predictable once you know it happens.

Samsung Account Sync Issues

If you're signed into a Samsung account on your TV:

• Settings may sync from Samsung's cloud

• Account defaults can override local preferences

• Logging into a new device with the same account can push "default" settings to all devices

Some users report that signing out of their Samsung account before disabling TV Plus provides more persistent results.

Factory Reset Echoes

Even partial resets (like resetting Smart Hub only) can cause TV Plus to return. Any reset operation tends to restore Samsung's default app lineup.

Prevention Strategy:

Layer Multiple Disable Methods

Don't rely on a single method. Combine all of these:

1. Remove TV Plus from home screen (Method 1)

2. Disable ALL autorun settings (Method 2)

3. Delete ALL channels (Method 3)

With three barriers in place, even if one resets, the others may hold.

Disable Automatic Updates (Use With Caution)

1. Settings → Support → Software Update

2. Turn OFF Auto Update

⚠️ Important caveat: This also delays security patches. If you disable automatic updates:

• Check for updates manually every month

• Install security updates when available

• Consider re-enabling auto-updates after confirming your settings survived several update cycles

Sign Out Before Disabling

Before you disable TV Plus:

1. Open Samsung TV Plus

2. Navigate to any settings or account options within the app

3. Sign out of any Samsung account integration

4. Then proceed with disable methods

This breaks the potential cloud sync that might restore settings later.

Document Your Settings

Take photos of your Smart Features settings after configuring them. After any update, compare current settings against your photos - this catches resets immediately.

Post-Update Recovery Checklist:

Immediately after any firmware update notification or TV restart after extended downtime, verify:

• [ ] Autorun Samsung TV Plus is still OFF

• [ ] Autorun Last App is still OFF

• [ ] Start with Smart Hub Home is still OFF

• [ ] Samsung TV Plus icon hasn't returned to home screen

• [ ] TV Plus channels haven't been restored (check the guide)

• [ ] No "Samsung TV Plus" content appearing on home screen recommendations

This check takes 60 seconds and prevents weeks of frustration.

Signs a Firmware Update Re-Enabled TV Plus:

Not always obvious. Watch for these symptoms:

• TV Plus content appears in home screen "For You" or recommendations sections

• Startup takes slightly longer (TV Plus initializing in background)

• Live TV guide includes channels you didn't add

• A brief TV Plus splash appears before your normal startup input

• Remote's dedicated "TV Plus" button (some models) starts responding again

Monthly Maintenance Routine:

Set a calendar reminder to check TV Plus status once monthly:

1. Press Home, verify TV Plus isn't visible

2. Open Settings → General → Smart Features (or equivalent)

3. Confirm all autorun options are OFF

4. Open the channel guide, verify no TV Plus channels present

5. Power cycle TV to test startup behavior

If your TV experiences persistent issues with updates or unexpected resets, we have guides for troubleshooting Samsung TV software updates and performing a manual Samsung TV firmware update via USB which gives you more control over when updates apply.

For extreme cases where TV Plus keeps returning no matter what, a factory reset on your Samsung TV followed by immediately configuring all settings before the TV has a chance to sync defaults can establish a clean baseline.

How to Restore Samsung TV Plus (Re-Enable Guide)

Changed your mind? Maybe you cut the cord and want free content, or a family member actually uses the service. Here's how to bring TV Plus back.

Restoration Steps by Model Year:

2025-2026 Models:

1. Navigate to Connected Devices (in Sources or home bar)

2. Hover over Samsung TV Plus

3. Hold Select (or press Up)

4. Choose Add to Home

2022-2024 Models:

1. Go to Connected Devices or Source

2. Find Samsung TV Plus

3. Press Down button

4. Select Add to Home

2020-2021 Models:

1. Press Source button

2. Navigate to Samsung TV Plus

3. Press Up button

4. Select Add to Home

Re-Enable Autorun:

1. Settings → General → Smart Features (or General & Privacy → Start Screen Options)

2. Toggle ON Autorun Samsung TV Plus

Restore Deleted Channels:

If you deleted all channels, reset Smart Hub to restore defaults:

1. Settings → Support → Self Diagnosis

2. Select Reset Smart Hub

3. Enter PIN (default: 0000)

4. Wait for reset to complete

This restores all TV Plus channels plus any other Smart Hub defaults.

If you're interested in free content options, watching sports on Samsung TV through various apps provides another avenue.

Frequently Asked Questions About Samsung TV Plus Removal

Can I completely uninstall Samsung TV Plus?

No, you cannot completely uninstall Samsung TV Plus because it's a built-in system app integrated into Samsung's Tizen operating system. According to Samsung's official support documentation, TV Plus "cannot be uninstalled."

However, you can effectively disable it by removing it from your home screen, disabling all autorun settings, and deleting all channels. These combined actions stop the app from running or appearing, achieving the same practical result as uninstalling.

Why does Samsung TV Plus keep coming back?

Samsung TV Plus keeps coming back primarily due to firmware updates that reset your preferences, Smart Hub resets, or new channel additions pushed by Samsung. The company periodically updates the service, and these updates can re-enable features you disabled.

To prevent this, use multiple disable methods together (home screen removal, autorun settings, and channel deletion), and check your settings after every firmware update. Some users also report success by signing out of their Samsung account within TV Plus before disabling it.

Does disabling Samsung TV Plus void my warranty?

No, disabling Samsung TV Plus using the standard methods described in this guide (removing from home screen, disabling autorun settings, or deleting channels) does not void your warranty. These are all options Samsung provides within the normal user interface.

However, accessing the service menu (Method 5) and changing certain settings could potentially void your warranty, as Samsung considers service menu access a technician-level operation. If warranty coverage concerns you, stick to Methods 1-4.

For warranty-related questions, you can check your Samsung TV warranty status online.

How do I stop Samsung TV from automatically playing?

To stop Samsung TV from automatically playing content on startup, navigate to Settings → General → Smart Features (or General & Privacy → Start Screen Options on 2025+ models). Disable "Autorun Samsung TV Plus," "Autorun Last App," and "Start with Smart Hub Home." Restart your TV to apply changes.

If auto-play continues after disabling these settings, also remove TV Plus from your home screen using the hold-Select method and delete all TV Plus channels for maximum protection.

Will removing Samsung TV Plus affect my other apps?

No, disabling Samsung TV Plus has no impact on your other apps, streaming services, or TV functions. Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, and all other apps continue working normally. Features like Bluetooth connectivity remain unaffected - if you're experiencing issues with Samsung TV Bluetooth not working, that's a separate issue unrelated to TV Plus.

TV Plus is a separate, standalone service that doesn't integrate with or depend on other apps. Removing it simply frees up space on your home screen and stops unwanted content from auto-playing.

Is Samsung TV Plus the same as regular antenna TV?

No, Samsung TV Plus is an internet-based streaming service (called FAST - Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television), while antenna TV uses over-the-air broadcast signals. They are completely separate systems.

Samsung TV Plus requires an internet connection and streams content from Samsung's servers. Antenna TV receives free broadcasts through a physical antenna connected to your TV's coaxial input. Disabling TV Plus has no effect on antenna functionality.

Conclusion: Best Method to Remove Samsung TV Plus

After testing every method across multiple Samsung TV generations, here's my recommendation:

For most users: Combine Methods 1, 2, and 3. Remove Samsung TV Plus from your home screen (Method 1), disable all autorun settings (Method 2), and delete all channels (Method 3). This three-layer approach provides the most reliable protection against TV Plus without requiring advanced technical knowledge.

For tech-savvy users seeking permanence: Method 5 (Service Menu) offers the most persistent solution. But only attempt it if you're comfortable with technical procedures and understand the risks.

For The Frame TV owners: Method 3 (channel deletion) combined with Method 1 works best, since The Frame often lacks the full "Disable" option.

Samsung TV Plus cannot be uninstalled - that's a limitation we have to accept. But with the methods in this guide, you can effectively neutralize it to the point where it might as well not exist. Your TV powers on to your chosen input, no random content plays, and your home screen stays clean.

Bookmark this guide. After firmware updates, you may need to reapply some settings. The 30 seconds it takes to verify your configuration beats suffering through months of unwanted auto-play.

For general TV optimization beyond TV Plus removal, explore our comprehensive Samsung TV settings guides covering picture quality, sound configuration, and more.