This tutorial will illustrate the method to install and access Own Network on Roku.
Steps to Add and Watch Own Network on Roku
Own Network, also known as Oprah Winfrey Network, is a TV provider service that focuses on connecting African Americans in America by featuring lifestyle and entertainment shows. It features reality shows, interviews, sitcoms, and scripted dramas. Since Own Network is found on the Channel Store, you can directly add the channel on Roku. Before starting, ensure you have a valid TV provider subscription to sign in and watch Own Network shows.
- Prepare Roku for Installation
Since the internet is mandatory for installation, the initial step is connecting your device to the strong WiFi. To do so, open the Network Settings and connect the Roku to the home WiFi network.
- Access the Channel Store
On the Roku home screen, click on Streaming Channels. It will open the Channel Store. There, locate and tap on Search Channels.
- Search and Add Own Network
When the on-screen keyboard opens, type Own Network and perform the app search. Odd out the desired app and click Add Channel. The Own Network will begin to add.
- Activate the Own Network App
After installing, launch the app on Roku by selecting the Go to Channel option. The app will welcome you with an Activation code on the screen. Visit the Own Network activation website (watchown.tv/activate) and type in the code. Then, select Link TV Provider, choose your provider and enter credentials to complete the activation.
- Start streaming
Once the app gets activated, it will load the home page and the shows. Choose a show and start watching it on Roku.
Stream Own Network on Roku via Streaming Services
Apart from the Own Network app, popular streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and Philo offer the Own Network shows. So, if you don’t have a TV provider subscription, subscribe to any of these streaming services to watch the Own Network’s shows without cable.
Then, install the Streaming service app on Roku to which you have subscribed. Launch it and activate it to browse for Own Network’s shows.
FAQ
Yes. Upon subscribing to streaming services like Fubo, YouTube TV, and DirectTV Stream, you can make use of the free trial to watch the Own shows for free.
