iOS App Sign-In and unlock
App unlocks:
Before we begin I'll try to explain something that tripsSet up some people.
Emby charges for their app. After a trial period you will see a message similar to "Premiere Device Limit Exceeded". In order to continue watching after this trial you will need to purchaseon an appiPhone, unlock from Emby.
Do NOT purchase Emby Premiere.
The app unlock and Emby Premiere are separate things. Emby Premiere is something I buy for the server. You only need to purchase the one time $5 fee to unlock the app you're trying to watch on.
This app unlock fee doesn't go to me. It goes to the Emby development team. After purchasing the unlock, it will be unlocked for that 'platform' on any device that uses that app store account. So be sure that if you have multiple android or apple devices, you sign into the Google PlayiPad, or Apple AppTV.
Before withyou start
Your unlock experience will be different depending on the device you are watching from, but all the apps are similar to the pictures below
Signing into Emby:
To download the app for your device. If you do not know where to find your app visit the "Where to Download" guide here: https://guides.blackbeardsvault.com/books/app-setup-guides/page/where-to-download
After the app is installed you will see a screen similar to this. Click the "Skip" button on this page.
You will need to enter the server address in the "Host" section. Enter the server address exactly like this: https://blackbeardsvault.com
Do NOT forget the "s" in https,username and dopassword not add a trailing "/" to the end of the server address. This will prevent you from signing in if you do.
Leave the "Port" section blank.
After entering the server address, you'll be taken to the sign in page.
The Username and Password fields use your credentials you receivedsupplied after signing up on Discord. IfDiscord. you've forgottenUse your password or cannot log in, double check you are using the correct Username andusername, not your email.
Install Emby
Connect and sign in
https://blackbeardsvault.com. Keep https:// and add no extra port or path.
If the app shows a separate Port field, leave it blank, then choose Connect or Connect to Server.
Choose Manual Login if offered. Enter the Username and Password supplied on Discord, then select Sign In.
Expected result: the home screen shows your available libraries. Play a short part of a title to check the setup.
IfEmby you'reConnect stillis havingoptional issues,and reachuses outa toseparately @Captainlinked Connect account. Your supplied server username and password belong on the server sign-in screen.
Playback access
Apple TV has free full playback. iPhone/iPad playback can depend on server Premiere; if it is blocked, contact Cruv for Jellyfin.
Already bought an app unlock in the past? Emby honors those previous purchases. Sign in to the same Apple, Google, or Amazon store account that originally bought the unlock, using the matching app/platform. Use Restore Purchase if the app offers it. If the purchase is not recognized, contact Cruv. New app unlocks are no longer the route for access. Never purchase Emby Premiere.
Need an unlock, or seeing “Premiere Device Limit Exceeded”? Contact @Captain Cruv in #emby-support channelfor a Jellyfin account. Do not buy an app unlock or Emby Premiere. Once Cruv has provided your account, follow Getting Started with Jellyfin.
Troubleshooting
https://blackbeardsvault.com exactly and try the web client.
Sign-in rejected: check your username and password for extra spaces. Use the server login, not Emby Connect. Ask for account help if it still fails.
Playback or licensing error: update the app, try another title, and report the exact message to support.
Contact @Captain Cruv in #emby-support on Discord. Include your device, app version, exact error, and when it happened. Never post your password.
References
Emby playback and Premiere requirements · Emby Connect explained
Technical guidance reviewed September 2026. Store availability and interface labels can change.