How do I download and activate the PBS app to my Roku device?

The PBS app is available for free download on Roku devices. To download the PBS app to your Roku device, follow the steps below.

The PBS app does not require a fee or any other apps in order to download and activate the PBS app. 


  1. On your Roku home screen, select Search. 
  2. Use the onscreen keyboard to search for "PBS".
  3. Select the PBS app from the list of results.
  4. Select Add Channel to begin downloading the app.
  5. Once the app has successfully downloaded, select OK. Select the Go to Channel option.
  6. When you open the PBS app for the first time, you will be prompted to sign in. Select Sign In and enter the code appearing on screen at PBS.org/tv.

For more help with activating the app, please see our help page here.