How to Activate My5 on Your TV (Simple Guide)
To activate My5 on your TV, open the app, get the activation code, and visit my5.tv/activate on any browser—sign in or register, enter the code, and your TV will be ready to stream instantly.
What is My5?
My5 is Channel 5’s free streaming service. You can watch Channel 5, 5STAR, 5USA, 5SELECT, and partner content on demand. It’s ad-supported—no subscription required.
Quick Checklist
- Stable internet connection
- Compatible streaming device (Smart TV, Fire Stick, Roku, Apple TV, etc.)
- A free My5 account
- A secondary device (phone/computer) to open my5.tv/activate
The Core Activation Flow
Device-by-Device Steps
Smart TV
Install the My5 app → open it → get code → enter at my5.tv/activate
Android TV / Google TV
Install via Play Store → open My5 → get code → enter at my5.tv/activate
Amazon Fire TV / Stick
Search for My5 → install → open → get code → enter at my5.tv/activate
Roku
Add the My5 channel → open → get code → enter at my5.tv/activate
Apple TV
Install My5 from App Store → open → get code → enter at my5.tv/activate
Freeview Play / YouView
Launch My5 → select "Activate" → get code → enter at my5.tv/activate
How to Create a My5 Account
- Go to my5.tv/activate
- Click "Register" or "Sign up"
- Enter your name, email, and password
- Confirm your email (if required)
- Return to the activation page → log in → enter your TV code
FAQs
Is My5 free?
Yes—My5 is free and ad-supported.
Do I need a TV licence?
You only need a UK TV licence for live TV. My5 on-demand content does not require a licence.
Can I download shows?
Generally no—My5 focuses on streaming.
Where should I enter the activation code?
Always at my5.tv/activate via a browser, not directly on the TV.