Activating streaming services like Paramount+ and Disney+ on your Roku device is a straightforward process that unlocks a world of entertainment. Once you have a Roku player or Roku TV set up and connected to the internet, adding and activating new channels takes just a few minutes visit paramountplus.com/roku.
Adding Apps to Your Roku Device
Before you can activate either app, you first need to add it to your Roku home screen. This process is the same for both Paramount+ and Disney+.
- Press the Home button on your Roku remote to go to the main screen.
- Scroll down and select Streaming Channels to open the Roku Channel Store.
- Select Search Channels and type in the name of the app you want to add (e.g., “Paramount Plus” or “Disney Plus”).
- Once the channel appears, highlight it and press the OK button on your remote.
- Select Add Channel. The app will then be installed and will appear on your home screen.
How to Activate the Paramount+ App
After adding the Paramount+ channel to your Roku, you’ll need to activate it to link it with your account.
- Open the Paramount+ app from your Roku home screen.
- Select Sign In. You will typically be given a few options. Choose the option to sign in on the web by selecting On the Web.
- Your TV screen will display a unique activation code.
- On a separate device, like a computer or smartphone, open a web browser and go to paramountplus.com/activate/roku.
- Enter the activation code that is shown on your TV and click Activate.
- If you aren’t already logged in, you will be prompted to sign in to your Paramount+ account. Once signed in, your TV screen will refresh, and you can start streaming.
How to Activate the Disney+ App
The process for activating the Disney+ app is very similar to activating Paramount+.
- Launch the Disney+ app from your Roku home screen.
- Select the option to Log In.
- The app will display an 8-digit activation code on your TV screen.
- Using a computer or mobile device, go to disneyplus.com/begin or a similar URL provided on-screen.
- Enter the 8-digit code from your TV and click Continue.
- Log in to your Disney+ account when prompted. After logging in, your Roku device will automatically activate, giving you access to the Disney+ library.
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For both services, ensure your Roku device’s software and the app itself are up to date to avoid any activation issues. You can check for system updates by going to Settings > System > System Update on your Roku.
