Where to find your Roku PIN on your account
Your Roku PIN is a four-digit code stored in your Roku account settings, not on the device itself. To find it, sign into your Roku account at roku.com, go to Settings, then select PIN. The code will display on that page. If you have never set a PIN, Roku will show you the option to create one there.
You can also find your PIN through the Roku mobile app. Open the app, tap the profile icon in the top right corner, select Settings, then choose PIN. The same four-digit code will appear.
If you cannot remember your Roku account password, you will need to reset it before you can view your PIN. Use the "Forgot password" link on the Roku sign-in page, and Roku will send a reset link to the email address associated with your account.
Key Takeaways
- Your Roku PIN is found in your account settings at roku.com under Settings > PIN, not on the device itself.
- The PIN is a four-digit code you create to prevent unauthorized purchases and channel installations on your Roku device.
- You can view or change your PIN from either the Roku website or the Roku mobile app.
- If you have never set a PIN, you can create one in the same location where you would view an existing PIN.
What your Roku PIN actually controls
The Roku PIN protects against accidental or unauthorized purchases made through your Roku device. When a PIN is active, anyone trying to buy a paid channel, rent a movie, or make any purchase through the Roku interface will be prompted to enter the PIN first. This is especially useful if children use the device or if the remote is frequently passed around.
The PIN also controls whether new channels can be installed on your device. With a PIN set, installing any channel — free or paid — requires entering the code. Without a PIN, anyone with access to the remote can add channels to your device.
The PIN does not control basic viewing of free channels, adjusting volume, changing inputs, or accessing apps you have already installed. It only blocks new purchases and new channel installations.
How to change or reset your Roku PIN
To change your PIN, sign into your Roku account at roku.com, go to Settings, then PIN. Click Change PIN and enter your current PIN when prompted. Then enter your new four-digit code twice to confirm it.
If you forget your PIN, you can reset it by signing into your account online and selecting Reset PIN instead of Change PIN. Roku will ask you to verify your identity — usually by confirming the email address or phone number on file — and then you can create a new PIN.
Changes to your PIN take effect immediately across all Roku devices linked to your account. If you have multiple Roku devices, you do not need to update the PIN on each one separately.
Turning your Roku PIN on and off
You can disable your PIN at any time by going to roku.com, selecting Settings > PIN, and clicking Remove PIN. Roku will ask you to enter your current PIN to confirm the removal. Once removed, no PIN will be required for purchases or channel installations until you create a new one.
Disabling the PIN is useful if you are the only person using the device and do not want to enter a code every time you install a channel. However, it removes all purchase protection, so anyone with access to the remote can make purchases or install channels.
You can turn the PIN back on at any time by creating a new one in the same settings location.
PIN requirements and limitations
Roku PINs must be exactly four digits long and can include the numbers 0 through 9. You cannot use letters or special characters. Roku does not enforce any rule against repeating digits, so 1111 or 0000 are technically valid, though they are easier to guess.
The PIN is tied to your Roku account, not to individual devices. If you sign into your Roku account on a different Roku device, that device will use the same PIN. If someone else signs into their own Roku account on your device, their PIN settings will apply instead.
The PIN does not prevent someone from removing your account from a device or signing into a different account on that device. It only blocks purchases and channel installations while your account is active on the device.
What to do if you cannot access your Roku account
If you cannot sign into roku.com to view your PIN, use the password reset option on the Roku sign-in page. Enter the email address associated with your account, and Roku will send a reset link to that email. Click the link, create a new password, and then sign in to view your PIN.
If you do not have access to the email address on file with your account, contact Roku support through their website. You will need to provide information to verify that you own the account, such as the email address, the phone number on file, or details about devices linked to the account.
If you have forgotten both your Roku account password and your PIN, start by resetting your password. Once you can sign in, you can reset your PIN using the same account settings page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I set a different PIN for each Roku device I own?
No. The PIN is part of your Roku account, so all devices linked to your account use the same PIN. If you want different devices to have different protections, you would need to sign into different Roku accounts on each device.
What happens if I enter the wrong PIN too many times?
Roku does not lock you out after multiple wrong attempts. You can keep trying to enter the PIN. However, if you have forgotten it, you can reset it through your account settings online rather than guessing repeatedly.
Does the Roku PIN protect against someone using my account on another device?
No. The PIN only prevents purchases and channel installations on Roku devices. It does not prevent someone from signing into your Roku account on a computer, phone, or another streaming device if they know your account password.
Can I use the same PIN for my Roku account and my Roku device?
These are two different codes. Your Roku account password is separate from your Roku PIN. The PIN is only for controlling purchases and channel installations on Roku devices.