Are you having trouble setting up the Roku remote app? Is the app unable to detect your Roku TV? Or is it detecting the streaming device but not connecting? This guide will help you troubleshoot Roku TVs that won’t connect to the Roku mobile app.

Why is My Roku App Not Connecting to TV?

The Roku app will not detect Roku devices without power. Before setting up the app, make sure your device is turned on and connected to your home network. Incorrect or conflicting network configurations can prevent the Roku Remote app from connecting to your TV. Likewise, bugs in the Roku app or Roku TV software are sometimes the cause of connection and performance issues.

How to Connect Roku Remote to TV?

Troubleshoot your internet connection
Network connection issues are the main cause of interference between Roku devices and the Roku app.

Connect your Roku TV manually
Try setting up Roku TV manually if the app can’t automatically detect your streaming device.

Enable App Control in Roku TV
Check your Roku TV settings to make sure the streaming device is set up to control mobile apps.

Force Close & Restart Roku App
Restarting the Roku app may clear temporary issues and get it working properly again.

Update Your Roku
The app will not work on Roku TVs or streaming devices with unsupported or outdated software.

Reconnect Device
If the remote app fails to reconnect to the paired TV, forget the Roku and set it up again.

Reinstall App
Uninstall the Roku app and restart your mobile device if the issue persists.