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Quick Connect

Starting with Jellyfin server version 10.7.0 and supported clients, you can use Quick Connect to sign into your account without the need of a password. You need to previously be logged into a supported client, like the default Jellyfin Web Client.

Enabling Quick Connect​

To use Quick Connect, the Jellyfin server admin has to enable this feature in the server dashboard.

Settings > Dashboard > General > Enable Quick Connect on this server

Using Quick Connect​

The sign in page of the client has a "Use Quick Connect" button which will generate a 6 digit code, take note of the code.

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To sign in to a supported client, you have to enter the Quick Connect code in your user settings where you are already logged on. Click your profile picture on the top right and the quick connect dialog is the second item on the settings page.

Settings > Quick Connect

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If the code is validated successfully, your new device will be signed in without entering your Jellyfin username or password on the new device.