Your Roku TV's IP address is in the Settings menu under Network, listed as "IP address" on the connection status screen

To find it, press the Home button on your Roku remote, go to Settings, then Network, then About. The IP address appears as a string of four numbers separated by dots — something like 192.168.1.50. Write it down or take a screenshot, because you may need it later if you're troubleshooting connection problems or checking what devices are on your home network.

The IP address is how your router identifies your Roku TV on your home network. Every device that connects to your Wi-Fi — your phone, laptop, smart speaker, security camera — gets its own IP address. Knowing your Roku's address lets you see what's actually connected to your network and helps you spot devices you don't recognize.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Roku TV's IP address is found in Settings > Network > About, displayed as four numbers separated by dots.
  • The IP address identifies your Roku on your home network and helps you track which devices are connected.
  • You can use your router's admin panel to see all connected devices and their IP addresses in one place.
  • If your Roku's IP address changes frequently, you can assign it a static IP through your router settings to keep it stable.

Why you might need to know your Roku's IP address

The main reason to know your Roku's IP address is to check what's actually on your network. Open your router's admin panel — usually by typing 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 into a web browser — and look at the connected devices list. You should recognize everything there. If you see a device you don't know, that's a signal to change your Wi-Fi password and check your router's security settings.

A second reason is troubleshooting. If your Roku keeps losing connection or won't update, your internet service provider or Roku support may ask for the IP address to help diagnose the problem. Having it written down saves time.

A third reason is network management. If you have many devices at home and your Wi-Fi is slow, knowing which device is which helps you decide what to turn off or move to a different room.

The difference between a dynamic and static IP address

By default, your Roku TV gets a dynamic IP address, which means your router assigns it a new address every time the Roku restarts or reconnects. This is fine for most people — your Roku will still work normally. But if you're setting up port forwarding, remote access, or other network features that depend on a stable address, a dynamic IP becomes a problem.

A static IP address stays the same every time your Roku restarts. You can set this in your router's admin panel by finding your Roku in the connected devices list and assigning it a reserved IP. The exact steps depend on your router brand — search "[your router model] assign static IP" for instructions specific to yours. Once set, your Roku will keep the same address until you change it.

How to check your router's connected devices list

Your router's admin panel shows you every device on your network at once, which is more useful than checking individual devices. Open a web browser and type your router's IP address into the address bar. Most home routers use 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1, but check the sticker on the back of your router if neither works.

Log in with your router's username and password — also on the sticker, usually "admin" and "admin" or "admin" and the Wi-Fi password. Once inside, look for a section called "Connected Devices," "Device List," "DHCP Clients," or "Attached Devices." Your Roku TV should appear there with its IP address, device name, and MAC address (a longer identifier that looks like 00:1A:2B:3C:4D:5E).

If you see a device you don't recognize, note its MAC address and search for it online — sometimes the first part of the MAC address identifies the manufacturer. If you still can't identify it, change your Wi-Fi password when ready and check your router's security settings.

What to do if your Roku's IP address keeps changing

If you check your Roku's IP address one day and it's different the next, your router is assigning it dynamically. This is normal and usually not a problem. Your Roku will still connect to streaming services, receive updates, and work normally.

But if you're using your Roku for something that needs a stable address — like remote access, casting from a computer, or port forwarding — the changing address will break those features. The solution is to set a static IP in your router. Log into your router's admin panel, find your Roku in the connected devices list, and look for an option to "reserve" or "assign static IP." Your router will then always give your Roku the same address.

Privacy and security considerations for your Roku's network presence

Your Roku TV connects to Roku's servers to stream content, check for updates, and sync your account. The IP address itself doesn't expose your personal information — it's just a network identifier. But it does mean your internet service provider can see that a Roku device is on your network, and Roku can see your IP address in their server logs.

If you're concerned about this, you have a few options. You can use a VPN (virtual private network) on your home router to encrypt all traffic from your Roku, though this may slow down streaming. You can also check Roku's privacy settings in Settings > Privacy to see what data collection options you can turn off. Some settings, like automatic updates and error reporting, can be disabled. Others, like account linking, are required for the Roku to work.

The most practical step is to make sure your Wi-Fi password is strong and your router's admin panel is password-protected. This prevents someone else from connecting to your network and seeing your Roku's IP address or other devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can someone hack my Roku using its IP address?

Not directly through the IP address alone. An attacker would need to know your Roku's IP address, find an unpatched security flaw in Roku's software, and have access to your network. Keeping your Roku updated and using a strong Wi-Fi password makes this extremely unlikely. Your router's firewall also blocks most incoming attacks by default.

What if I can't find the IP address in Settings?

Make sure your Roku is connected to Wi-Fi — if it's not, the IP address won't appear. If it is connected and you still don't see it, try restarting your Roku by unplugging it for 30 seconds. If the problem persists, check your router's connected devices list instead, which will show your Roku's IP address even if the Roku's own menu isn't working.

Is it safe to share my Roku's IP address?

It's generally safe to share with Roku support or your internet service provider if they ask for it during troubleshooting. Don't share it publicly online or with people you don't trust, because it could help someone identify your network. Your IP address combined with other information could make it easier for an attacker to target your home network.

Do I need to do anything if my IP address changes?

No, unless you've set up port forwarding or remote access features that depend on a static address. For normal streaming and updates, your Roku handles IP address changes automatically. If you've set up static IP or port forwarding, you'll need to update those settings if your address changes.