SonyLIV is a popular streaming platform in India, offering a wide range of movies, TV shows, live sports, and original web series. Whether you want to share a specific scene with a friend, save a link for later viewing, or use the URL for reference, knowing how to copy a link from SonyLIV is a straightforward process. However, the method can vary depending on whether you are using the SonyLIV website on a computer or the mobile app on your phone.
Copying a URL on the SonyLIV Website (Desktop).
If you are browsing SonyLIV on a laptop or desktop computer, copying the URL is very simple. The most direct way is to use the address bar of your web browser.
- Navigate to the Content: Open your preferred browser (such as Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari) and go to the SonyLIV website. Find the specific movie, TV episode, or live sports event you want to link to.
- Copy the Address: Once the video page loads, look at the address bar at the top of your browser window. Click inside the address bar to highlight the entire URL. Then, right-click and select "Copy" or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + C (Windows) or Cmd + C (Mac) .
- Paste the Link: You can now paste this URL (using Ctrl + V or Cmd + V) into a message, email, or document wherever you need it.
It is worth noting that the URL you copy from the address bar is the public link to that specific content page on SonyLIV.
Copying a URL on the SonyLIV Mobile App.
The process on mobile devices is slightly different because the app is designed to keep users within its ecosystem. Unlike a web browser, there is no visible address bar at the top of the screen.
- Locate the Content: Open the SonyLIV app on your Android or iOS device and navigate to the video or post you wish to share.
- Look for the Share Icon: On the video player screen or the content details page, look for a "Share" icon. This is typically represented by three dots connected by lines or an arrow pointing out of a box.
- Select "Copy Link": Tapping the Share icon will open a menu with various sharing options (like WhatsApp, Facebook, etc.). Among these options, you should see a choice that says "Copy Link" or "Copy URL" . Tap this option, and the link will be saved to your device is clipboard.
- Paste the Link: You can now go to any messaging app or notes section and paste the link.
In some cases, the app might direct you to a generic share page instead of giving you the raw URL directly. If you see a "Copy" option, use it. If you only see social media apps, you may need to select an app like "Notes" or "Messages," paste the link there, and then copy it from that app to get the raw URL.
FAQ
1. Can I copy a SonyLIV video URL without a subscription?
Yes. You can copy and share the link even without an active subscription. However, the person who opens the link will need a valid SonyLIV subscription (or login) to actually watch the content. The URL only points to the content page — it doesn not unlock the video.
2. Where is the address bar on the SonyLIV mobile app?
There isn not one. Mobile apps don not display a browser address bar. Instead, tap the Share icon on the video or content page, then select "Copy Link" from the menu that appears.
3. I tapped Share but there is no "Copy Link" option. What do I do?
Some app versions only show social media apps. In that case, select an app like Notes or Messages, paste the link there, then copy it from that app. Alternatively, open SonyLIV in your mobile browser (Chrome/Safari) and copy the URL from the address bar.
4. How do I copy a link on a desktop computer?
Open the video page on the SonyLIV website, click inside the address bar at the top of your browser, then press Ctrl + C (Windows) or Cmd + C (Mac). Paste it wherever you need with Ctrl + V or Cmd + V.
5. Can I copy the URL of a specific scene or timestamp?
SonyLIV generally does not support timestamped links. The URL you copy will point to the content page or video as a whole, not a specific moment in the video.
6. Why does the shared link take me to a login or paywall screen?
SonyLIV content is often subscription-locked. If you re not logged in or don not have an active plan, the link will redirect you to a login/paywall page. This is normal — the link is still valid, but access requires credentials.
7. Are third-party "link extractor" or "downloader" sites safe?
No, be cautious. Many third-party tools claiming to extract or download SonyLIV links are unreliable and may pose security or legal risks. For simply copying and sharing a URL, use the official SonyLIV website or app — it is the safest method.
8. Does copying a URL let me download the video?
No. Copying a URL only gives you a shareable link to the content page. Downloading for offline viewing is a separate feature available within the SonyLIV app for subscribers. Redistributing or re-uploading downloaded content violates copyright policies.
9. Can I share a SonyLIV link on WhatsApp, email, or social media?
Yes. Once you ve copied the URL (via the address bar or the app is "Copy Link" option), paste it into any messaging app, email, or social platform. The recipient will be directed to the SonyLIV content page.
10. The link I copied doesn not work. Why?
Possible reasons: the content may have been removed or expired from SonyLIV, the link was copied incompletely, or the content is region-restricted. Try copying the URL again directly from the content page and test it in a fresh browser tab.
11. Is there a difference between the app link and the website link?
The app is "Copy Link" may sometimes generate a deep link (app-specific URL), while the website address bar gives a standard web URL. Both generally work, but the web URL is more universally shareable across devices.
12. Can I copy a URL from SonyLIV on a smart TV?
Not directly. Smart TV apps typically don not offer a "copy link" function. The easiest workaround is to find the same content on the SonyLIV website or mobile app and copy the link from there.