While you can't "jailbreak" a Vizio TV in the same way you would an iPhone, there are several "pro" workarounds to get the content you want. Here is everything you need to know about unlocking your Vizio TV's full potential. 1. The "Soft" Jailbreak: Sideloading via USB

If your goal is to stop Vizio from tracking your data (a common reason for jailbreaking), you can disable "Viewing Data" in the settings: All Settings Privacy & Legal Viewing Data Are you trying to install a specific app that isn't currently available on your Vizio TV?

Set the Vizio to boot directly to the HDMI port where your jailbroken stick lives. Go to System > Power Mode > Quick Start and set Default Input to the HDMI port.