The fastest way to find your Roku IP address

Your Roku's IP address is a number that identifies your device on your home network — something like 192.168.1.50. You need it if you want to control your Roku from your phone, troubleshoot connection problems, or set up advanced features. The quickest way to find it is through your Roku's own settings menu, which takes about 30 seconds.

Go to Settings on your Roku home screen, then select System, then About. Scroll down until you see "IP Address" listed with a number next to it. Write that number down — that is your Roku's IP address. If you cannot find the About section, your Roku model may use a slightly different menu layout, but the IP address is always in the system information area.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Roku's IP address appears in Settings > System > About on the device itself.
  • You can also find it by checking your router's connected devices list, which shows every device on your network and its IP address.
  • The IP address changes only if your router restarts or your Roku loses power for an extended period, so you can write it down and use it for weeks.
  • If you need to control your Roku remotely or troubleshoot network problems, having the IP address written down saves you from hunting for it later.

Finding the IP address through your router

If your Roku is not responding or you cannot access its settings menu, you can find the IP address by looking at your router instead. Every device connected to your network shows up in your router's admin panel, including your Roku.

Open a web browser on your computer or phone and type your router's IP address into the address bar — this is usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1, but check your router's label or manual if neither works. Log in with your router's username and password (also on the label if you have not changed it). Look for a section called "Connected Devices," "DHCP Clients," or "Device List." Find your Roku in that list — it will be labeled with the Roku model name — and the IP address will be displayed next to it.

When your Roku's IP address changes

Your Roku gets a new IP address only in specific situations. If your router restarts, your Roku loses power for several hours, or you move your Roku to a different network, it will receive a new address the next time it connects. In most homes, this happens rarely — many people keep the same IP address for months.

If you are using the IP address to control your Roku or access its settings remotely, and it suddenly stops working, the address has likely changed. Go back to Settings > System > About and check the new number. If you want to prevent the address from changing, you can set up a static IP address through your router's settings, but this is only necessary if you are using advanced features or remote control software regularly.

What to do if you cannot find the IP address

If the About section in Settings does not show an IP address, your Roku is not currently connected to your network. Check that your Roku is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the device you are using to look for it. Go to Settings > Network > Wi-Fi and confirm it shows "Connected" with your network name.

If your Roku shows as connected but still has no IP address, restart your Roku by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then plugging it back in. Wait two minutes for it to reconnect to the network, then check Settings > System > About again. If the IP address still does not appear, restart your router as well — unplug it for 30 seconds and wait for all lights to return to normal before checking again.

Why you might need the IP address

The most common reason to find your Roku's IP address is to use the Roku mobile app as a remote control. The app can control your Roku over your home network if you have the IP address entered in the app's settings. Some people also use the IP address to access Roku's web interface, which lets you manage channels and settings from a computer browser.

If your Roku is having network problems, technical support may ask for the IP address to help diagnose the issue. Having it written down means you can provide it when ready instead of hunting through menus while troubleshooting. It is also useful if you are setting up port forwarding or other advanced network features on your router.

Keeping track of your Roku's IP address

Once you have found the IP address, write it down somewhere you can find it later — a note on your phone, a sticky note near your router, or a document on your computer. Include the date you wrote it down so you know roughly how old the information is. If more than a few months pass, check it again before relying on it, since addresses can change after power outages or router restarts.

If you use the Roku mobile app regularly, you do not need to remember the IP address — the app stores it automatically once you enter it once. The same is true if you use any other remote control software. You only need to keep it handy if you are troubleshooting, setting up advanced features, or want a backup way to access your Roku if the app is not working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the IP address the same as the serial number?

No. The serial number is a permanent code printed on your Roku and used for warranty and account purposes. The IP address is a temporary number assigned by your router that changes occasionally. You can find the serial number in Settings > System > About as well, but it is a different number than the IP address.

Will my Roku's IP address be the same tomorrow?

Usually yes, unless your router restarts or your Roku loses power. Most home networks assign the same IP address to the same device repeatedly, so it often stays the same for months. If you need it to never change, you can set up a static IP address in your router's settings, but this is only necessary for advanced uses.

Can I change my Roku's IP address myself?

You cannot change it directly on the Roku, but you can change it through your router's settings by assigning a static IP address or by restarting your router. For most people, there is no reason to change it — the address your router assigns works fine. Only change it if you are setting up advanced network features.

What if the IP address shown in Settings is different from the one in my router?

This usually means your Roku just connected to the network and has not updated its display yet. Wait a minute and check the Roku's Settings > System > About again. If it still shows a different address, restart your Roku by unplugging it for 30 seconds.

Do I need the IP address to use the Roku remote?

No. The physical remote that came with your Roku uses infrared and does not need an IP address. You only need the IP address if you want to use the Roku mobile app as a remote or access advanced features from a computer.