How to pair a PS4 controller to your PS4

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If you want to pair a PS4 controller with your PS4 console then here’s the easiest way to do so.

The PS4 is one of the most popular consoles ever released, with over 100 million units sold over its lifetime.

One of the best things about the PS4 is the ability to play with friends, with the console being able to connect to four controllers at once, so you can play games like FIFA 22 and Rocket League with your closest pals and family.

If you’re looking to dabble in a spot of multiplayer but you’re unsure of how to link up your controllers to the console then make sure to keep reading as we’re going to show you how it can be done in just a few simple steps.

What you’ll need:

We used a PS4 and a PS4 controller

The Short Version

Log into your PS4
Plug your PS4 controller into the console
Press the PS button on your controller
Select a profile

Step
1

Log into your PS4

Turn on the console and log into your PS4 to start the process.
Step
2

Plug your PS4 controller into the console

Plug a micro-USB cable into your PS4 and your PS4 controller. You will need to establish a direct connection the first time you pair a controller, as it makes the process much easier.
Step
3

Press the PS button on your controller

Click on the PS button on the controller you want to pair. This should register with the PS4, though you may need to give it a few seconds. If it’s not connecting, hold down on the PS button for up to five seconds.
Step
4

Select a profile

Your PS4 should come up with a screen telling you that a new controller has been connected. Select the account you want to use with your new paired controller and use your PS4 as normal.