To enable DRM-protected video playback on Samsung Smart TVs, your app needs to be authorized through Samsung's partner distribution system.
This is a Samsung-side requirement that you'll need to complete directly in your Samsung developer account, and it's separate from the DRM setup on Uscreen.
Prerequisites
Before getting started, make sure:
DRM is already enabled on your Uscreen store
You have access to your Samsung Apps TV Seller Office account
Your Samsung TV app has already been submitted at least once
Partnership status can only be applied for after your app exists in the system
Applying for a Partner-Level Distribution Certificate
Log in to the Samsung Apps TV Seller Office
Navigate to the Membership section
Locate the Partnership menu item
Fill in the partnership form
In your description, explain that you need a Partnership status in order to play DRM-protected content in your app
Submit the form and wait for Samsung's approval
Once approved, submit an app update request through Uscreen so the team can resubmit your Samsung TV app with the updated certificate
💡 TIP: Apply for Partnership status as early as possible, as Samsung reviews applications manually, and approval times vary. If you have a planned launch date, don't leave this to the last minute.
FAQs
How long does Samsung's partnership approval take?
How long does Samsung's partnership approval take?
Approval times vary and are determined entirely by Samsung. Uscreen has no visibility into or control over the review timeline. We recommend applying well in advance, especially if you have a planned launch or update date.
Do I need to do this if I already have a Samsung TV app?
Do I need to do this if I already have a Samsung TV app?
Yes, if your store has DRM enabled and your Samsung TV app was submitted before Partnership status was granted, you'll need to apply for the certificate and resubmit the app for DRM playback to work correctly.
What should I write in the partnership form description?
What should I write in the partnership form description?
Keep it clear and concise, and explain that you need Partnership status specifically to enable DRM-protected content playback in your app. Samsung just needs to understand the reason for the request.
My partnership application was approved. What's next?
My partnership application was approved. What's next?
Submit an app update request through Uscreen so the team can resubmit your Samsung TV app with the updated certificate. 🔗 Learn more about Requesting an App Update
What if my application is rejected?
What if my application is rejected?
Reach out to your Customer Success Manager or App Setup Specialist, and they can advise on next steps and help you reapply if needed.