Roku is an amazing service, and you probably already know a lot about it. However, there are some things on Roku that are not as transparent as they should be. We’re talking about the Roku PIN (personal identification number).
Why is my roku remote blinking greenFrequently answered questions about Roku Pin
Is there a default Roku pin?
No, there is no default Roku pin. You must set up a pin yourself when you start your account. You can set it using Roku’s official website.
How do I bypass the Roku Pin?
If you want to bypass your pin, you must go to Roku’s website my.roku.com. They will ask you to sign in to your account. Enter your existing user id and password. Then go to my account option and click on the update bar. Go to the pin preference section and verify your pin. Save changes the results, and that’s all you need to do to bypass your Roku pin.
Why is my Roku Pin not working?
There can be several reasons for your Roku pin not to be working. You might be entering the wrong pin or have entered an invalid one multiple times. You can just update your pin using Roku’s official website to correct it.
What to do if I forgot my Roku pin?
If you have forgotten your Roku pin, You can easily change it. For that, you will have to reset your whole player. Go to Roku’s website, sign in to your account, go to settings, and tap on the factory reset option. It will reset your whole player so all your saved settings and changes will not be there anymore. You will have to set up your entire account again and can enter a new pin.
Another way of resetting your account is by clicking the reset button located on the back of your TV.
How do I add channels to my Roku without a pin?
To add channels to your Roku account without a pin, choose the third option while setting a code, i.e., no pin is required to purchase media. If you save changes with that option, you will not be asked to enter your pin while adding channels or making any new purchases.
Conclusion
Your Roku pin is a very sensitive code and should be kept carefully. Someone can easily misuse it by purchasing various subscriptions from your account without your knowledge.
This will lead to the loss of your money. So, be very cautious regarding it and change your pin if someone unreliable has learned about it. Resetting it is pretty easy.