How to Pay for Showmax via M-PESA App, and Sim Toolkit and Safaricom App

Showmax is a subscription-based video streaming service that offers a wide range of TV shows, movies, documentaries, and kids’ content. It is available in many countries around the world, including Kenya.

Showmax Kenya offers a diverse range of local and international content, including popular TV series, movies, and documentaries from Africa, Hollywood, and beyond.

Subscribing to Showmax Kenya allows users to access their vast library of content, which can be streamed on multiple devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and gaming consoles.

One of the advantages of Showmax is its flexibility, as users can subscribe on a monthly basis and cancel at any time.

For users in Kenya, Showmax offers several payment options, including M-PESA, a popular mobile money transfer service operated by Safaricom.

M-PESA allows users to pay for their Showmax subscription using their mobile phone, making it a convenient and secure payment method for Kenyan users.

In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to pay for Showmax using the M-PESA app, as well as via the Sim Toolkit and Safaricom App.

We will cover the requirements and procedures for each payment method, and highlight the benefits and limitations of each option.

Additionally, we will provide tips and recommendations to help users get the most out of their Showmax subscription, including how to manage their account, access new content, and troubleshoot common issues.

Using the ShowMax app

On your Showmax Profile, visit My Account.
Select the Manage Subscription tab on the left sidebar.
Select Add Mobile Number.

Enter the mobile number you use for M-Pesa payments.
Enter the one-time-pin (OTP) sent to that mobile number.
Thank you for verifying.

Using the M-PESA app

Log into the Safaricom app and select Pay.
Select Pay bill.
Select Enter pay bill number.
Enter pay bill number 4081010.

Enter your phone number.
Enter the amount.
Confirm the transaction.
The transaction is successful.

You will receive an SMS confirmation.

Using the Safaricom app

Select the Safaricom app.
Insert PIN.

Insert pay bill number 4081010/Phone number/Amount.
Select Pay.
Confirm the transaction.
You will receive an SMS confirmation.

Using a Sim Toolkit

Log into your Sim Toolkit.
Select Safaricom.
Select M-Pesa.

Select Lipa na M-Pesa.
Select Pay bill.
Select Enter business number.
Select Enter business number – 4081010.

Select phone number.
Insert phone number.
Insert the amount.
Insert M-Pesa PIN.

Confirm the transaction.
You will receive an SMS confirmation.

Maximizing Showmax experience

Here are some tips to get the most out of your Showmax account;

Use personalized recommendations

Showmax has an algorithm that recommends movies and series based on your viewing history. Take advantage of this by using the “Recommended For You” section on the home page to find content that matches your preferences.

Explore the Showmax catalog

Showmax has a vast catalog of movies, TV series, documentaries, and other content. Explore different categories and genres to discover new shows and movies that you may not have heard of before.

Download content for offline viewing

Showmax allows you to download movies and TV shows to watch later when you don’t have an internet connection. This feature is especially useful when traveling or when you’re in an area with a poor internet connection.

Use parental controls

If you have kids, you can use the parental controls feature on Showmax to restrict access to content that is not suitable for their age group.

Customize your profile

You can personalize your Showmax profile by adding a profile picture and adjusting your settings. This will help you keep track of your viewing history and recommendations.

Keep track of new releases

Showmax regularly adds new content to its catalog. Check the “New Releases” section on the home page to see what’s new and interesting.

Use multiple devices

Showmax allows you to watch content on multiple devices at the same time. This means that you can start watching a movie on your TV and finish it on your phone or tablet without missing a beat.

Showmax packages

Showmax offers four monthly subscription packages in Kenya.