To turn on PS5 from app, you need the PS Remote Play app and a console set to Rest Mode with the correct network settings enabled. This lets you wake your PS5 remotely to start a gaming session, use PS5 Remote Play, or trigger downloads before you reach your TV.
Before you start: console requirements to turn on PS5 from app
Your PS5 must be in Rest Mode, not fully powered off, for the app to wake it. First, ensure your console has the latest system software update. Then go to Settings > System > Remote Play and turn on Enable Remote Play. Next, navigate to Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode. Enable both Stay Connected to the Internet and Enable Turning On PS5 from Network. These settings allow the app to communicate with your console and send the wake command. Without them, the remote wake feature will not work.
Download the PS Remote Play app
Search your device’s app store for PS Remote Play, not the standard PlayStation App. The correct app is free and available for iOS and Android. Install it on your phone or tablet. This is the only official app that can remotely wake your PS5 and let you stream your console’s screen to your device.
Sign in and link your PS5 console
Open the PS Remote Play app and sign in with your PlayStation Network (PSN) account. For the initial pairing, your mobile device and PS5 must be on the same Wi-Fi network. The app will automatically search for your console. When it appears, select it to complete the link. Once paired, the app remembers your console for future connections.
How to wake your PS5 remotely
After linking, tap your console’s name in the PS Remote Play app. This sends a wake command over your network. Your PS5 will exit Rest Mode, power on, and begin streaming its screen to your device. You can now start a game, check downloads, or use the app to navigate your console from anywhere in your home. This also lets you download games in Rest Mode by queuing them before you leave, then waking the console remotely to confirm the download is complete.
Troubleshooting: why won't my PS5 turn on?
If the app cannot wake your PS5, check these common issues. Confirm the console is in Rest Mode, not fully off. Verify that Enable Turning On PS5 from Network is still enabled in the Power Saving settings. Ensure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network (or that your mobile device can reach the console over your home network). A system software update may also be required, go to Settings > System > System Software Update on your PS5. If you want to get a browser on PS5, you can use the Remote Play connection to access the console’s web browser from your phone, but the wake command itself depends on these network and power settings working correctly.
