Apple TV Profiles Screen can be disabled in tvOS 26.2. Learn how to turn it off and wake straight to the Home Screen.
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Turn Off the User Profiles Screen on Apple TV 4K
Apple TV Profiles Screen Explained: What Changed in tvOS 26.2 Apple TV owners running tvOS 26.2 may have noticed a new screen appearing every time the device wakes from sleep. The Apple TV Profiles Screen now asks users to choose a profile before accessing the Home Screen. Apple introduced this change to support households with multiple viewers, allowing each person to keep separate watch histories, recommendations, and app preferences. While the idea sounds helpful on paper, many users—especially those living alone—find the extra step unnecessary. Search queries like “why does Apple TV ask for a profile” or “how to remove Apple TV profile screen” have surged since the update rolled out. Fortunately, Apple provides a built-in way to disable the prompt. With a simple settings change, users can restore the faster, more seamless Apple TV experience they were used to before. Credit: Google Why the Apple TV Profiles Screen Appears on Wake The Apple TV Profiles Screen is designed to personalize…