How to add History Channel on Roku Streaming Devices
The human generation has come a long way since civilization. It’s not possible to physically go back in time and experience what happened at a certain point in time. However, we can relive these moments in history through film.
The History Channel has established itself as a leading channel in historical matters. The channel allows all to go back in time and experience the historical events of then. The channel allows you to watch full episodes of your favorite shows including Ancient Aliens, American Ripper, and many others without cable TV. You can stream the content on various streaming devices including Roku if you have one. The good thing about the app, it’s available on the Roku Channel Store and to all Roku users.
To add History Channel on Roku streaming devices, go to the Roku Channel Store on your Roku streaming device and add the History Channel app. If you’re ready to add the History Channel app on your Roku streaming device, we will walk you through it, as well as offer you alternatives.
Steps to add History Channel on Roku streaming devices
The History Channel app is available on the Roku Channel Store making this the easiest way to add it to a Roku streaming device. To add it, on the Roku home page, select ‘Streaming Channels’ from the left pane. On the next screen, scroll down to ‘Search Channels’ and click on it. Type ‘History’ in the search bar and select the app from the suggestions. The History Channel app page will open on the next screen. Next to the app icon, click on the ‘+ Add channel’ button to add History Channel to your Roku streaming device. The app is now added to your Roku. Go to the home page and open the app. To access it, sign in with your TV providers’ credentials and start enjoying the content on it.
Alternatively, you can add the History Channel to your Roku Streaming devices by:
Using the Roku app
Another method to add the History Channel app to Roku streaming devices is via the Roku mobile app found on either the App Store or the Google Play Store depending on your phone. The app allows you to make changes to your Roku devices and they automatically take effect on your TV. To add the channel on Roku, open the Roku app on your phone and click on ‘Channel Store’. Tap on the Search bar then type ‘History’ in the search bar. You can narrow the results by selecting the ‘Search TheRoku Channel content only’ option. Next, select the History Channel app and click on ‘Add’. Now go to the Roku main page on your TV and look for the app. If you can’t find it, wait for a while and then check again. Open the History Channel app and log in using your TV provider’s information. If you don’t see the History Channel app on your Roku streaming device, check and see if the streaming device requires an update. You can do so by going to Settings, select ‘System’ and finally click on ‘System update’.
Adding the app via web
The last way to add the History Channel on Roku devices is via web which is convenient for someone not close to their Roku streaming device or doesn’t want to install the app on their phone. First, go to the Roku website and then add the Spotify channel through the channel store. Open a web browser on your PC or smartphone, copy and paste thislink in the address bar and then hit Enter to visit the Roku webpage. Next, sign in using your Roku credentials. Next, navigate to the ‘What to watch’ section, and under it, select ‘Channel Store’. In the search bar, enter ‘History’ using the on-screen keyboard and then click on the History Channel appfrom the results. To add the app to your Roku device, click on the ‘Add channel’ button on the app page. Wait for at most 24 hours for the channel to be added to your Roku streaming devices.
Installation steps in pictures
Press the home button on your Roku remote and go to the Roku home screen
Select Streaming Channels
Click on Search Channels and type History Channel in the search bar and click on the app from the suggestions
Click on +Add Channel to install
How to add History Channel on Roku streaming devices: A snap shot
Additional Process |
Action required |
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Direct adding from the Roku Channel Store |
– Roku Streaming device
– WiFi network – Open the Roku Channel Store and add the History Channel to Roku streaming devices |
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Adding the channel via the Roku mobile app |
– Smartphone
– Roku mobile app – Internet connection – Go to the Channel Store on the Roku app and add the History Channel app on your Roku streaming devices |
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Using the web |
– A web browser
– Go to the Roku Channel Store from your PC or smartphone and add the History Channel app across your Roku streaming devices |
Final Thoughts
Congratulations! You have now successfully added the History Channel to your Roku streaming device. Using any of the above methods, you can go ahead and add the channel’s app to any other Roku devices.
FAQs
Is the History Channel free on Roku?
Yes, the History Channel is free on Roku. All you need to access it is your cable provider’s login credentials.
Does the History Channel on Roku offer free episodes?
Yes, the History Channel on Roku offers some episodes free for viewing to the public even without signing in.
