Yandex Disk for TV (beta)
The Yandex Disk app for TV makes it convenient to view photos and videos from the Albums section, as well as show them to your friends and family. All photo and video formats accessible through the Yandex Disk website, desktop app, and mobile app are also supported on TVs (to learn more, see Viewing files and folders).
You can download the app on TVs with YaOS.
Alert
This is a beta version of the app, which is available to certain users on some devices. Some features are also currently limited.
Installation
Yandex Disk is available on some TVs running YaOS. If you don't have it on your device:
- On the TV home screen, select
- Select Yandex Disk.
- Select Install.
To check if the app is compatible with your TV model, write to us using the form at the bottom of the page.
Logging in and out
To access Yandex Disk for TV, you'll need a Yandex account and a smartphone. Scan the QR code on the TV screen with your smartphone camera and authorize with Yandex ID. If the QR code doesn't work, open the link yandex.com/activate on your smartphone and enter the code from the TV screen.
To log out, go to (profile picture) and select Log out.
Alert
If you have multiple Yandex accounts, you won't be able to switch between them in the Yandex Disk app for TV.
How to view photos and videos
The app displays all your albums.
To open an album or media file, press the confirmation button on the remote control. To go back, press the Back button.
To scroll through photos, fast forward, rewind, or pause videos, use the arrows and the confirmation button on the remote control. Slide show mode isn't available yet.
Updating
- On the TV home screen, select
- Select Yandex Disk.
- Tap Update.
FAQ
Can I edit albums, videos, and photos in the Yandex Disk app for TV?
Not yet. You can do this on the Yandex Disk website, in the mobile app, or in the desktop program, and the changes will appear in the TV app.
Are my photos and videos protected?
When you log in to the app, you authenticate with your Yandex ID, so your data is securely protected. To learn more about how to protect your account, see Help for Yandex ID.
If you encounter a problem or have suggestions on how to improve Yandex Disk for TV, please contact us via the form below.