Step-by-Step My5 Activation Guide Using My5.tv/activate

Open My5.tv/activate Guide

Use this detailed My5 activation guide to link your My5 app to your account with My5.tv/activate. These My5 activation steps work for most Smart TVs, Amazon Fire Stick, Roku, Android TV, Samsung and LG devices. For a shorter overview, you can also see the main My5.tv/activate guide.

1. Steps on Your TV or Streaming Device

Open the My5 app from your installed apps.
Select Sign In or Activate depending on your device menu.
The screen will show an activation code (example: A1B2C3).
Keep your TV on this screen while you complete the next steps at My5.tv/activate.

2. Steps on Your Phone, Tablet or Computer

Open a browser and go to https://My5.tv/activate.
Log in using your My5 account email and password.
If you do not have an account, click Create Account — it is free.
Enter the My5 activation code exactly as shown on your TV screen.
Click Activate or Continue to complete the linking.

3. What Happens Back on Your TV

The My5 app should automatically refresh and complete the linking process.
If nothing happens after a short time, close the app and open it again.
You should now see the My5 home screen with available shows and categories.

Tip: You normally only need to run these My5 activation steps once per device, unless the app is reinstalled, reset or you sign out.

My5 Activation on Different Devices

Fire TV / Fire Stick

Go to Find → Search and install the My5 app from the Amazon Appstore.
Open My5, choose Sign In or Activate and note the activation code.
Go to My5.tv/activate on your phone or computer and enter the My5 code.

Roku Devices and Roku TVs

Go to Streaming Channels → Search and install the My5 channel.
Launch the My5 app and note the activation code shown on the TV.
Enter the code online at My5.tv/activate to link your Roku device.

Samsung Smart TV

Press Home → Apps → search for “My5”.
Install the My5 app, open it and go to the sign in or activate screen.
Use the activation code on My5.tv/activate to complete My5 activation.

LG Smart TV

Open the LG Content Store and install the My5 app.
Open the app and view the on-screen activation code.
Enter the code on the My5.tv/activate page on another device.

Android TV (Sony, Hisense, TCL, Sharp and Others)

Open the Google Play Store and install the My5 app.
Open the app to get the My5 activation code.
Link your Android TV using My5.tv/activate on your phone or computer.

For an overview of all supported platforms, visit the My5 compatible devices page.

My5 Activation Problems and Basic Fixes

Activation Code Not Working

My5 activation codes expire quickly — restart the app to generate a new code.
Make sure letters and numbers are typed correctly on the My5.tv/activate page.
Watch out for confusing characters like O and 0, or I and 1.

App Stuck on Activation Screen

Force close the My5 app and reopen it, then get a fresh activation code.
Restart your TV or streaming device and try the steps again from the beginning.
Check if your internet connection is stable and other apps are working.
If needed, uninstall and reinstall the My5 app, then repeat the My5.tv/activate process.

Cannot Sign In to My5

Reset your password using the official My5 login page (on the My5 website or app).
Clear browser cookies and cache, then try signing in again.
Try using a different device or browser for the My5.tv/activate sign-in step.

For more detailed troubleshooting, visit the dedicated My5 activation errors and fixes page.

Frequently Asked Questions About My5 Activation

Do I need a My5 account to activate My5 on my TV?

Yes, you must have a free My5 account to link your TV or streaming device. You sign in with that account on the My5.tv/activate page during activation.

Why does My5 ask me to activate again?

This can happen if the app resets, updates, you sign out, or you change devices. In those cases, you may need to repeat the My5 activation steps and use a new code.

Is My5 activation free?

Yes, My5 is free to activate and free to watch for supported content. Data or broadband charges from your internet provider may still apply.

Is this the official My5 website?

No. This is an independent informational guide about My5.tv/activate and My5 activation steps. It is not associated with My5, Channel 5 or any official broadcaster.

Reminder: For app crashes, streaming issues or account-specific questions, always visit the official My5 website or use the support options inside the official My5 app.