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How to activate OWN TV on Roku, Apple Tv, Android & Fire TV Quickly? OWN Tv Activation

Published On : August 6, 2021 by: Miti Sharma/Category(s) : Streaming Services

Oprah Winfrey Network- OWN is an American pay-TV channel. It is owned by Discovery, Inc and Harpo Studios. It is aimed mostly at African-American viewers.  OWN would have reached 95 million pay-TV households in the U.S. by the end of 2021. Approximately 80% of household TVs are equipped in the United States. Keep a hold till the end to learn more about OWN TV and its activation guide using start.watchown.tv/activate.

Cable Tv providers for OWN TV

• Verizon
• Dish Network
• DirecTV
• AT&T Uverse, etc.

Note- If you already have any of the stream devices, smart TV, or mobile phone then you don’t need to have a cable TV provider for enjoying some amazing content on OWN TV. The activation will be done through www.start.watchown.tv/activate on the device and you can start streaming right away.

Compatible devices to watch OWN TV content

• Apple TV
• IOS
• Amazon Fire stick
• Google Chromecast
• Roku
• Android

Is OWN TV free?

You can download OWN TV free of cost from the store of whatever device you are using. The services are also free of cost. However, you can avail of this only if you are already having a TV provider’s subscription for the programs and episodes of the network. All content will not be accessed by you in case you don’t have a cable subscription. You would only be having some limited programs to enjoy. 

Let’s stop asking our friends to let us watch the shows because it’s super easy to activate OWN TV.

Have you ever heard Oprah Winfrey’s speech before? You would be amazed by her talk programs that will attract you like no other. She has a powerful impact on her audience every time she gives a speech. Let’s see how to activate OWN TV and enjoy her talk shows. Here are the activation steps of OWN TV on Roku, Amazon Firestick, Apple TV, Android device, iPhone/iPad via start.watchown.tv/activate.

Steps for OWN TV Activation on Roku via start.watchown.tv/activate

• Visit the ‘’Roku Channel Store’’ on the home screen.
• Press the ‘’Streaming Channels’’ option on the remote.
• Go to the option ‘’Movies & TV’’ or ‘’TV Everywhere’’.
• Select the option ‘’Add Channel’’ to get the app on your Roku device.
• The app will be installed and shown in the ‘’additional channels’’ list.
• Open the app and you would receive the activation code. Note it down.
• Go to the website- start.watchown.tv/activate from your smartphone or PC.
• Enter the activation code in the field. 
• Click on the option ‘’Activate’’ to complete the process.

You would see a message indicating the successful activation process. 

Activation steps for OWN TV on Amazon FireStick (start.watchown.tv/activate)

• Switch on the device and visit the ‘’amazon play store’’.
• Search for the app ‘’OWN TV’’ and install it.
• When you open the application, an activation code appears on the screen. Note the activation code.
• Go to the website- start.watchown.tv/activate and enter the activation code in the respective field.

Guide to activate OWN TV on Apple TV via start.watchown.tv/activate

• Visit the ‘’Apple App store’’ on your Apple TV.
• Search for the OWN TV in the search option.
• Select the app after finding it.
• Click on the option ‘’Get’’.
• Now, sign in with your Apple ID to install it if you haven’t already signed in.
• Go to the app after installing the app.
• You would receive the activation code after following the directions given on the screen.
• Go to the website- start.watchown.tv/activate and enter the activation code you had received earlier.
• Click on the option ‘’Activate’’.

OWN is available on Apple TV now. You just need to see that your device and PC have a great connection and are connected to a similar Internet connection before starting the process of activation.

How to Activate OWN TV on Android using start.watchown.tv/activate?

• Open the ‘’Google Play Store’’.
• Search for the  ‘’OWN TV’’ and install it.
• Open it after it gets completed.
• Go through the instructions that appear on the screen and note down the activation code.
• Visit the website- start.watchown.tv/activate.
• Enter the activation code in the field.
• Click on the option ‘’Activate’’.

Access start.watchown.tv/activate on iPad or iPhone to Stream OWN TV Shows

• On the home screen click on the ‘’App store’’.
• Click on ‘’Apps’’.
• Search for the ‘’OWN TV’’ with the help of the search box.
• From the search results tap on the option ‘’get’’.
• Select the option ‘’Install’’.
• To complete the process of installation you need to sign in to the App store. 
• Open the app on your device.
• Follow the guidelines that appear on the screen.
• Visit the website- start.watchown.tv/activate.
• You have received the activation code before this.
• Enter the activation code after in the respective field. 
• Click on the ‘’Activate’’.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How can OWN TV be accessed without A PAY TV PROVIDER?

OWN TV can be accessed with the following streaming option mentioned below. OWN TV can be watched even without paying for cable as well. It can also be accessed even without activating it from start.watchown.tv/activate. Here you go with the list-

• AT&T NOW– OWN is not encompassed with Plus or MAX bundles however, it is encompassed with the packages like choice, Xtra, or ultimate. 
• Philo- The package comprises 58 channels along with an upgrade pack that allows users to have an extension to the main lineup by Philo. After paying for it, you can have access to the channel.
• YouTube TV– OWN is a part of YouTube Tv core lineup. You can create an account and subscribe. You will have the app activated by this. 

Is OWN TV available on Netflix?

OWN TV is not available on Netflix. It is a stand-alone streaming service with a collective collection of movies, series, and documentaries. On the other hand, Netflix doesn’t offer TV or Streaming services. There could be exceptions such as Greenleaf is available on Netflix.

Does HULU offer OWN TV?

Yes, you can watch OWN TV on HULU however you need a subscription for access. You would then have all the content of OWN TV on HULU. Shows like- The Paynes, If loving you is wrong, and more. The monthly subscription will cost $5.99. Moreover, HULU offers a free trial.

Does YouTube offer OWN TV?

Yes, you can watch OWN TV on YouTube TV after signing up for the membership. In order to watch entire episodes, you need to pay a monthly subscription of $64.99 per month. However, you get a free trial for some time.

What to do when OWN TV activation code doesn’t work?

Here are some things you can try if your activation code doesn’t work-

• Uninstall the app and then reinstall it. After the completion of the installation process, look for the new activation code.
• Make sure you have entered the correct activation code.
• Don’t wait for anytime longer after receiving the activation code. Enter the code immediately in the respective field. 
• Your activation code will not work if you are a resident of the United Kingdom. As the services are only available in the United states. However, you can use a VPN to access it for people outside the U.S.

In case the problem you are facing is not mentioned above then you can contact the customer service- feedback@own.tv

Conclusion

With the help of the OWN TV app, you can have access to OWN TV programming on your smart TV, smartphone, or streaming device. For the people having cable or TV subscription the OWN TV is free of cost, but for the people not having either of these two need to get the monthly subscription for OWN TV to use it.