This article explains the steps to install and access the Viaplay app on your Roku device to watch movies and web series.
Steps to Add Viaplay on Roku
Viaplay is a subscription-based video-on-demand platform that airs Nordic and Scandinavian content under a single service. Fortunately, if you own a Roku device, you can install the Viaplay app directly from the Channel Store to catch the content easily. However, Viaplay extended its app service to Roku users only who reside in the US, Canada, and the UK. Also, before installing the app, you must make the necessary subscription to Viaplay for $5.99/month by visiting viaplay.com.
- Establish a Secure Connection
Initially, make sure to check the internet speed of your WiFi router. Upon checking, open the Network settings and connect your Roku to your home WiFi network.
- Get to Roku Home
Once connected, press the Home button on your Roku remote to get to the home screen.
- Select Streaming Channels
Using the remote control, scroll down, highlight the Streaming Channels option, and tap on OK. Now, you’re in the Roku Channel Store.
- Select Search Channels
Further, you need to select the Search Channels option to look up the Viaplay app from the Channel Store.
- Search for Viaplay
Now, using the virtual on-screen keyboard, type Viaplay and pick up the respective app from the search results.
- Select Add Channel
From the App Info page, tap on the Add Channel button at the top right to install the channel on your Roku.
- Open the Viaplay App
Once downloaded, click on OK and select the Go to Channel button to launch the app instantly.
- Visit the Activation Website
Upon opening the app, select the Sign In button to get the Activation Code and Activation URL. Visit viaplay.is/activate and login to your Viaplay account with user credentials.
- Activate Viaplay
Now, enter the Activation Code displayed on your Roku in the respective field to complete the activation process.
- Stream Nordic Shows
Finally, once activated, the sign-in screen on your Roku will refresh, and you can watch your favorite Scandinavian content hassle-free.
Steps to Stream Viaplay on Roku Via The Roku Channel
The Viaplay app is available only for Roku devices in the US, Canada, and the UK. Meanwhile, subscribers from other regions can make use of The Roku Channel to watch Viaplay content on Roku devices. To make this happen, launch The Roku Channel app from the Streaming Channels section and sign in with your Roku credentials.
After that, search Viaplay and choose the respective add-on channel from the results. Now, subscribe to Viaplay through The Roku Channel for just $5.99/month. Upon subscription, you can also get a 7-day free trial and start watching the Scandinavian content on your Roku.
FAQ
Yes. If you’re a new subscriber, you can get a 7-day free trial for Viaplay to watch the content for free.
Yes. If you’re already a Prime Video subscriber, you can add Viaplay as an add-on channel and start watching the Nordic content on your Roku.
