How to Activate Twitch Account on iOS, Xbox, Roku and More

Twitch activation on iOS, Xbox, Roku, and other devices lets users connect their accounts by entering a short activation code on another device. Each platform opens the Twitch app and shows a special code that you need to enter to link your account. This step is important to access streaming and broadcasting features.

Roku no longer officially supports the Twitch app. If you want to use Twitch on Roku, you may need to try other channels or use sideloading methods.

Before you start, make sure your devices are connected to the internet and you are logged into the correct Twitch account.

This guide explains how to activate Twitch on each supported platform and will walk you through the process step by step, from launching the app to verifying your account.

Here are easy, step-by-step instructions for activating Twitch on the following devices:

• Roku
• PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5
• Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
• Android
• iOS
• Chromecast
• Apple TV
• Amazon Fire TV

Just follow the guide for the device you want to use to stream Twitch content:

Activate Twitch on Roku

1. Press the Home button on your Roku remote to open the home screen.

   

2. Go to the search option in the menu on the left and type ‘Twitch’ using the on-screen keyboard.
3. Select the Twitch app from the search results and click on Add channel.

   

4. Once installed, click Go to Channel.
5. After opening Twitch, choose Log in. After logging in, write down the code that appears on your screen.
6. On your computer or mobile device browser, go to https://www.twitch.tv/activate and enter the code, then click Activate.

   

7. Once done, select OK and your Twitch account will now be active on your Roku device.

Activate Twitch on iOS

1. From the home screen of your device, open the App Store.

   

2. Type ‘Twitch’ in the search bar at the top and tap search.

   

3. Find the official Twitch app, tap the download button, and wait for it to install.

   

4. When the installation is complete, open Twitch and tap Log in.

   

5. Enter your username and password. A code will be sent to your email for verification. Enter the code, and you’re all set to start using the app.

Activate Twitch on Android

1. Open the Play Store from your home screen.

   

2. In the Play Store, use the search bar at the top and type ‘Twitch’.

   

3. Find the official Twitch app, tap on it, then hit Install to start installing.

   

4. When installation is finished, open the app and tap Log in.
5. Type in your username and password, then check your email for a verification code. Enter it, and you can now use Twitch on your device.

Activate Twitch on PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5

1. First, open the PlayStation Store, search for the Twitch app, then download and install it. The exact steps might be slightly different on each PlayStation model, but the process is very similar.

   

2. After installing, open the app and select Sign in.
3. Once you’ve entered your Twitch username and password, visit https://www.twitch.tv/activate on your mobile device or computer.
4. Enter the code displayed on your PlayStation screen into the website, press OK, and you’re ready to start watching or streaming on Twitch.

   

Activate Twitch on Xbox 360, Xbox One and Xbox Series S / X

1. Open the Microsoft Store on your Xbox console, then search for Twitch and download the app. These steps are the same on Xbox 360, One, and Series S/X.

   

2. When installation finishes, open Twitch and tap Log in.
3. Log in with your username and password, then go to the Twitch activation page.
4. Type the code shown on your Xbox screen into the website, then click Activate.

   

5. That’s it! Your Xbox will now be linked with your Twitch account.

Activate Twitch on Chromecast

1. If you don’t already have the Twitch app on your phone or tablet, download it from the App Store or Play Store.
2. Make sure both your mobile device and Chromecast are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Open the Twitch app and look for the Cast button at the top of the app.

   

4. Tap this button and choose your Chromecast from the list.

   

5. Because the stream comes from your mobile device, there’s no activation needed, but you will still need to be logged into your Twitch account on your phone or tablet.

Activate Twitch on Apple TV

1. Switch on your Apple TV, use your remote to open the Home screen, and look for the App Store. Open it.

   

2. Inside the App Store, go to the Search option, type ‘twitch’, and wait for the results.

   

3. Select the official Twitch app and tap Get to download and install it.
4. Once installed, log in to your Twitch account. Once you’re signed in, you can start watching your favorite streams right on your Apple TV.

Activate Twitch on Fire TV

1. 1. First, turn on your Fire TV device and head to the Amazon Appstore from the main menu.
   2. In the Amazon Appstore, search for ‘twitch’, select the Twitch app from the results, and open its page.

      

   3. Click on Get to download and install the app.

      

   4. Once the app is installed, click Open to launch Twitch.
   5. Wait for the app to fully load. Then, find the Sign-in button in the menu (it’s usually on the left). Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in using https://www.twitch.tv/activate.