How to Watch BBC iPlayer on Roku in USA [Latest Guide 2024]

How to Install BBC iPlayer on Roku in USA? [Quick Steps]

BBC iPlayer is a geo-restricted streaming service, so you’ll need a premium VPN subscription like ExpressVPN, which is among the best BBC iPlayer VPN in USA to watch BBC iPlayer on Roku in USA.

Here are the steps that I compiled on how to install BBC iPlayer on Roku in USA:

• To install BBC iPlayer on Roku, enable ExpressVPN on your router.
• Ensure your Roku device is powered on and connected to your television.
• Use the Roku remote to navigate to the Home screen.
• Scroll to select ‘Streaming Channels’ to open the Channel Store.
• In the search bar, type ‘BBC iPlayer’ using the on-screen keyboard.
• From the search results, select the BBC iPlayer app.
• Click ‘Add Channel’ to install the BBC iPlayer on your Roku device.
• Once the installation is complete, you can find the BBC iPlayer channel added to your home screen.

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After installing BBC iPlayer on Roku in USA, the next step is to activate and start streaming content. Here’s how to do it:

• If your device is successfully connected to an ExpressVPN, next, open the BBC iPlayer app on your Roku device.
• You will be presented with an activation code and instructions on how to activate your device.
• On a separate device (computer or smartphone), navigate to the BBC iPlayer activation webpage and sign in with your BBC iPlayer account details. If you don’t have an account, you’ll need to create one.
• Enter the activation code on your Roku screen and select “Sign in on your TV.”
• Once confirmed, your Roku device will refresh, and you’ll have access to stream content from BBC iPlayer.

If you prefer to add channels through the Roku website, follow these instructions to get iPlayer for Roku in USA via the website:

• Once your device is connected to an ExpressVPN-configured router, visit the official Roku website on your computer or mobile device and log in to your account.
• Navigate to the “Channel Store” section found in the main menu.
• In the search bar, type “BBC iPlayer” and press enter.
• From the search results, click on the BBC iPlayer channel.
• Click “Add Channel” to initiate the installation process on your Roku device. It may take up to 24 hours for the channel to appear on your Roku device.
• Once the installation is complete, you can access BBC iPlayer directly from your Roku’s home screen.

Screen mirroring is a useful feature that allows you to display content from your Android phone on your Roku device. Here’s how to screen mirror BBC iPlayer on an Android phone to your Roku device in USA:

• Connect to a VPN like ExpressVPN on Android. I recommend connecting to the Docklands server.
• Install the BBC iPlayer app on your Android phone from the Google Play Store.
• Ensure your Android phone and Roku device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• On your Roku device, go to Settings > System > Screen mirroring and ensure the screen mirroring feature is enabled.
• Swipe down from the top of your Android phone to access the Quick Settings panel.
• Tap on the Cast or Screen Mirroring icon and select your Roku device from the list of available devices.
• Once connected, launch the BBC iPlayer app on your Android phone and select the content you wish to watch. It will now be mirrored to your Roku device.

Note: For more details reach my guide on watching BBC iPlayer on Android in USA and get in-depth information for a smooth streaming experience.

You don’t need to sign up for a BBC iPlayer free trial in USA as the streaming service is free to stream and you can easily get it on Roku for Android.

For iPhone users, screen mirroring to Roku is an easy process, allowing you to enjoy BBC iPlayer content on a larger screen. Follow the steps below to mirror your favorite show of BBC iPlayer on an iPad or iPhone to Roku in USA:

• Connect to a VPN like ExpressVPN on iOS. The best server I tested for BBC is the Docklands server.
• Download and install the BBC iPlayer app from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
• Connect your iPhone or iPad and Roku device to the same Wi-Fi network.
• Access the Control Center on your iPhone by swiping down from the top-right corner of the screen (or swiping up from the bottom on older models).
• Tap Screen Mirroring and select your Roku device from the list.
• Cast or mirror your iOS to Roku devices if the device supports AirPlay 2.
• Your iPhone’s screen will now be mirrored to your Roku. Open the BBC iPlayer app and begin streaming; the content will appear on your TV. 

Follow the below-mentioned steps to activate and watch BBC iPlayer on Roku in USA:

• Navigate to the Roku home screen and look for BBC iPlayer in the channel lineup.
• Launch the app and sign in by tapping it.
• To enable BBC iPlayer on Roku, go to the BBC iPlayer website.
• Enter your username and password after clicking the sign-in button.
• An activation code will appear on the Roku screen when you log in. Make a note of it and then input it into the site.
• To enable BBC Roku, go to your TV and press the Sign in button.
• On the BBC iPlayer app, tap Continue.
• Browse the content, select a title, and use BBC iPlayer with Roku!

Note: Don’t cancel BBC iPlayer subscription in USA if not working just connect ExpressVPN and you are good to go.