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Why WQED+
Built for today’s streamers — and for Pittsburgh
WQED+ is a modern, all-in-one streaming experience created for our members.
You’ll find WQED+ re-imagined to be faster, smarter, and more personal than previous viewing options.
- Smarter navigation that finds your next favorite show fast
- Curated collections featuring PBS classics with Pittsburgh originals
- Personalized recommendations that learn what you love
- High-definition streaming on every device
Because the way you watch should be as thoughtfully modern as the stories we tell.
Watch Anywhere
Stream WQED+ on your favorite device
Watch wherever you love to watch — on the big screen or on the go. No cables or antennas. No complicated setup. Just sign in and start streaming.
WQED+ is available on:
📺 Streaming Devices – Amazon Fire TV | Roku | Apple TV | Google TV
🖥️ Smart TVs – LG | Samsung
📱 Mobile & Tablet – iOS and Android apps
💻 Computers – any modern web browser at plus.wqed.org
Your Membership Unlocks it All
When you become a WQED member with a qualifying donation, you unlock the complete WQED+ experience:
- Unlimited on-demand access to thousands of PBS and local programs
- Complete series and special collections like The Rick Sebak Collection and Ken Burns’ The American Revolution
- Early access to new episodes and exclusive content
- All five live channels in HD: WQED TV, PBS KIDS, World, Create, and The 412
- Personalized watchlists and curated collections to match your interests
Your membership does more than unlock shows — it keeps trusted local storytelling free for everyone. Donate at least $5/month or $60/year for the full benefits of WQED+.
How to Start Streaming
Four easy steps to watch now
Find WQED+ in your app store.
Sign In or Create an Account
Use the same email you used to donate if already a member.
Join or Renew Your Membership
Donate at least $5 /month or $60 /year if you haven’t already.
Start Watching
Stream anytime on your TV, tablet, phone, or computer
Already a Passport user?
Your PBS Passport login works with WQED+ — just sign in and discover what’s new.
Questions? Check out our FAQ and call (412) 622-1355 or email plus@wqed.org if you need further assistance.
Streaming that feels like home
WQED has always been southwestern Pennsylvania’s storyteller. Now we’ve brought our local stories into the viewing experience you love most.
Find programs that celebrate our region’s people, places, and possibilities:
- Local Documentaries — powerful stories showcasing Pittsburgh’s people, places, and history.
- Steel Links — our city’s past and present connected by the people who build it.
- The 412 — keeping Pittsburgh’s creative heartbeat strong.
- QED Archives — historic local programs and rare footage from WQED’s archives.
Your Questions Answered
How is WQED+ different from Passport?
WQED+ includes Passport — and so much more.
It’s a new app created by WQED for our members, re-imagined to be faster, smarter, and more personal. It provides thoughtfully curated collections, personalized recommendations, and the ability to pick up where you left off watching.
Passport is a benefit included in the WQED+ app for qualifying members that unlocks thousands of PBS and local programs on demand. Think of “Passport” as a key. Members who donate at least $5/month or $60/year receive that key to unlock content wherever they want to watch.
Your existing Passport login still works here — just sign in and enjoy the upgrade.
Do I need a Passport activation code to watch WQED+?
With the launch of WQED+, we have streamlined account activation so you can more quickly and easily start watching. There are no more four-word tokens and extra steps to log in. Simply log in with the email you used to donate and you’ll be on your way.
Can I watch on my TV or tablet?
Yes — WQED+ works on smart TVs, streaming devices, mobile apps, and your web browser.
Your Stories.
Your Stream.
Your WQED+
WQED has been Pittsburgh’s neighbor in learning, creativity, and community connection for over 70 years.
When you stream on WQED+, you support the stories that bring our region together and help keep trusted local storytelling alive for everyone.
