# Code input

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**Created:** [June 5, 2025, 8:07pm UTC](https://forums.trakt.tv/t/code-input/60352 "2025-06-05T20:07:09Z")\
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**Author:** ![lifeiscrazy](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/forums.trakt.tv/lifeiscrazy/32/36890_2.png) [@lifeiscrazy](https://forums.trakt.tv/u/lifeiscrazy)\
**Post date:** [June 5, 2025, 8:21pm UTC](https://forums.trakt.tv/t/code-input/60352/3 "2025-06-05T20:21:39Z")

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I think you mean

[https://trakt.tv/activate](https://trakt.tv/activate)

> [@How do I connect my media center, add-ons or apps using a PIN code?](https://forums.trakt.tv/t/how-do-i-connect-my-media-center-add-ons-or-apps-using-a-pin-code/22120):
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> Most media centers will also have streaming plugins or add-ons that will scrobble what you’re watching to Trakt. However, these are configured in your media center or app, and not on Trakt. To connect and sync with Trakt, media center plugins, apps and add-ons use what we call device authentication. This is used to link your [Trakt.tv](http://Trakt.tv) account without needing to directly enter your username or password. This also allows you to sign in using your social account. You can also check out the [Trakt co…](https://trakt.tv/apps)

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