The below guideline details the procedure to watch live TV channels and popular shows on Roku by installing the DirecTV Stream app.
Procedure to Download DirecTV Stream on Roku
DirecTV Stream is compatible with Roku devices, so the app installation process is a bit easier. With that, you can stream live TV series, sports, and movies, particularly in different genres, on Roku. However, to access the app, you must subscribe to any one of its premium membership plans ($86.99/month) on the DirecTV website. Along with that, you also need to download NordVPN on your Roku TV to stream the content outside the United States.
After getting both, you can continue with the procedure to install the DirecTV Stream app on your TV.
- Setup Roku
Use your remote to turn on your TV and navigate to Network Settings to set up a WiFi connection.
- Choose Streaming Channels
Navigate and select the Streaming Channels option, which is available at the top of the list.
- Tap Search Channels
Hit on the Search Channels option to get into the Roku TV app store.
- Enter DirecTV Stream
Now, input DirecTV Stream on the search bar using the virtual keypad and pick the app from the search results.
- Hit the Add Channel Button
Tap on the Add Channel button to get install the app on your Roku.
- Select Go to Channel Option
Choose the Go to Channel Option to launch the DirecTV Stream app on your Roku TV.
- Tap on the Sign-In Button
Choose the Sign In button and the necessary credentials to log in to your DirecTV Stream app.
- Play your Favorite Shows and Series
Next, move through the home page and choose the shows or the series from the DirecTV Stream app to watch it on your Fire TV.
FAQ
Yes. You can stream the DirecTV Stream content for free during the 5-day free trial period.
Go to the Roku website on the web browser and hit on the Subscriptions section. Choose the Manage Subscriptions option on the Roku screen. Select the DirecTV Stream app to cancel your Roku TV subscription.
You can fix the DirecTV Stream not working issue by updating the Roku firmware to the latest version. If the problem is sorted out, you can try to clear the cache on your Roku TV to resolve it quickly.
