How do I stop my TV from casting?

On the device remote control screen, tap the gear icon in the upper right corner of the screen. This will open the settings for that Chromecast device. Scroll down the Device settings page and toggle Let others control your cast media to off to disable it.
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How do I turn off casting on my TV?

On your Android device, go to Settings > Google > Device connections > Cast media controls. Here, you can toggle Media controls for Cast devices on and off.
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How do I stop my device from casting to my Smart TV?

1. Prevent Others from Controlling Your Chromecast Device
  1. Tap on your Chromecast device.
  2. On the next screen, tap on Chromecast Settings icon located at the top right corner of your screen.
  3. On Device Settings screen, scroll down and disable Let others control your cast media option.
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How do I turn off Cast media control?

Turn off Cast media control notifications for your device
  1. Open the Google Home app .
  2. Touch and hold your device's tile tap Settings. Recognition & sharing.
  3. Turn Let others control your cast media off.
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How do I turn off casting on my TV YouTube?

Cast from the YouTube app and YouTube.com
  1. Make sure your mobile device or computer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as Chromecast.
  2. Open the YouTube app or YouTube.com.
  3. Tap the Cast button. . ...
  4. Tap the Chromecast device you want to cast to. tap Play. ...
  5. To stop casting content, tap the Cast button. Disconnect.
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How do I turn on Cast media controls?

Open the Settings app. Under the “Personal” section, tap Google, then hit the Cast media controls option. Turn the slider to the “off” position. To re-enable cast media controls, simply follow the same steps and turn the slider back to the on position.
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How do I stop my Android from casting to my TV?

Stop casting.

Just go into the app that's casting, tap the Cast icon (the box with lines coming into the bottom left corner), and tap the stop button. If you're mirroring your screen, go to the Google Home app and tap the room the Chromecast is in then tap the Settings > Stop Mirroring.
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How do I delete a Cast device?

You can also unregister a Chromecast or another device via the Google Home app.
  1. Open the Google Home app on your mobile device.
  2. Locate the room you labeled for your Chromecast and tap Settings.
  3. Select the Chromecast > Remove Device. Select Remove again to confirm.
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What does it mean when a device on your WiFi is casting?

The “A Device on Your WiFi Is Casting” notification means a device on the same WiFi network as you (like a smart phone) is casting to another device on the network (like a smart TV). To disable, turn off “Let others control your cast media” within the Google Home app.
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How do I remove a device from my Samsung Smart TV?

To delete a registered device, follow the steps below :
  1. From the registered devices list, touch and hold the device you want to delete.
  2. Select Deregister.
  3. Select Deregister.
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Can someone connect to your smart TV?

With smart TVs, the possibility of somebody actually watching or listening to users is much higher than it is with a traditional TV set, of course. Hackers can access a smart TV's camera and microphone through malware, which they can slip into the user's TV if it is connected to WiFi, which it mostly is.
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Why does my Samsung phone keep trying to connect to my TV?

If you've been seeing a notification on your TV saying that a Smart Device wants to connect, you might be frustrated that it keeps returning even if you Allow or Deny it. Turns out, this message is actually caused by Facebook on your phone.
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Has my Samsung TV Been Hacked?

These are some warning signs that show your Samsung TV has been hacked: Volume malfunction. Apps that have not been used are seen to be viewed. Apps randomly being downloaded.
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How do I give permission to my Samsung TV?

First go (on your Samsung TVs) to Network / Allshare Settings / Content Sharing, then select the device with “Denied” next to it. Click it and change it to allow.
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How do you tell if your TV has a hidden camera?

Cameras on Smart TVs are often found at the upper edges of the TV, on the bezels. A small circle for the lens usually denotes these cameras. If the unit has thin bezels, these cameras are hidden within this location, and usually are popped out when needed.
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Do smart TVs have hidden cameras?

Yes, some smart TVs have built-in cameras, but it depends on the model of the TV. If your smart TV has a camera, it will be listed in the owner's manual — you don't need to worry about covert cameras concealed in your device. If your TV offers facial recognition or video chat, then yes, your smart TV has a camera.
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Is my smart TV listening to me?

Yes, smart TVs listen. They are not the only culprits, however. Your laptops, smartphones, tablets, speakers and more can gather data about you. They compile your viewing and browsing habits to learn more about you and target you with ads and content.
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How do I delete a paired device from my LG Smart TV?

1. Select device. Simply select the device from the list of paired devices, and select the garbage-can icon next to the device name. This will unpair the device from the TV and remove it from the device list.
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Can others see what I am casting?

Does Chromecast Track What You Cast? While your history isn't logged on the Chromecast, what you're currently watching can be viewed by any other device on your network. This is a feature of the Chromecast since it's meant to be used by everyone in the room to share control of media playback.
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What does casting to a device mean?

Casting your Android screen lets you mirror your Android device to the TV so you can enjoy your content exactly as you see it on your mobile device—only bigger.
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Is screen casting safe?

There are three primary screen mirroring security risks that you should make sure to address when evaluating a wireless screen mirroring system for your business meeting and conference rooms: Unauthorized network access. Unauthorized content access. No manufacturer support.
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