Why is my LG TV pairing code not showing?

Common causes are different Wi-Fi networks, a sleeping TV, disabled Local Network permission, router isolation, a missed webOS approval prompt, or an LG model that asks for approval instead of showing a numeric code.

Do all LG TVs show a PIN code?

No. Depending on LG model and webOS version, pairing may use a TV approval prompt or a numeric PIN.

Should I wait on the iPhone screen or watch the TV?

Watch the LG TV screen during pairing. The important prompt can appear on the TV, not only in the iPhone app.

LG TV Pairing Code Not Showing

Quick Answer

If the LG TV pairing code is not showing, keep the LG TV awake, make sure iPhone and TV are on the same trusted Wi-Fi network, enable Local Network permission, and watch the TV screen for either a PIN code or an approval prompt. Some LG webOS TVs ask you to approve the connection instead of showing a code.

Last updated: May 7, 2026.

Symptoms and Fixes

Symptom	What to Check
No code appears on the TV	TV awake, same Wi-Fi, Local Network permission
App waits for a code but TV shows approval	Approve the prompt on the LG TV
LG TV disappears before pairing	Restart TV and router, avoid guest Wi-Fi
Pairing prompt appears once then vanishes	Start pairing again and approve before it expires

Step-by-Step Fix

Turn the LG TV on and keep it on the Home screen or a normal input.
Connect iPhone or iPad and LG TV to the same trusted Wi-Fi network.
Disable guest network isolation, VPN, or router settings that block local discovery.
Open iPhone or iPad Settings, choose Remote Control for TV, and enable Local Network.
Open the app, choose the LG TV, and keep your eyes on the TV screen.
If LG shows a connection approval prompt, approve it. If LG shows a PIN, enter the current PIN in the app.
If no prompt appears, restart the LG TV and retry from the LG setup guide.

LG Pairing Code vs Approval Prompt

LG Screen	What to Do
Numeric PIN code	Type the current code into the app
Allow / deny prompt	Approve the app on the TV
No prompt	Wake the TV, retry discovery, then restart TV if needed
Prompt appears on wrong TV	Cancel and choose the correct LG TV from the device list

LG Pairing Code FAQ

Does LG pairing require internet?

Local TV remote pairing mainly needs the same trusted local network. LG online services and streaming apps may still need internet.

Can I pair while the LG TV is off?

Initial pairing needs the TV awake and reachable. Wake behavior after pairing depends on the LG model, firmware, and standby settings.

Should I remove the saved LG TV and add it again?

Yes, if the TV used to pair but now rejects or ignores the app. Remove the saved TV, restart the LG TV, and pair again.

LG Pairing Code Missing