If you already have a My5 Account but having trouble signing in, you can proceed to Logging In section of the article. However, if you're a beginner that want to register and activate a My5 Account, you need to start reading this guide from the very first beginning.
In this article, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about My5 Account, including account registration, activations and sign-in on your streaming devices like smartphone, game console and smart TVs.
My5 is a free video-on-demand service in the United Kingdom that lets you watch shows from Channel 5, 5STAR, 5USA, 5SELECT, and 5ACTION. It's kind of like Hulu or Netflix, but it only has shows from those particular channels.
The video-on-demand services offered by Channel 5 in the United Kingdom. The service went live on 26 June 2008. It is owned by Paramount Global and operated by their Paramount Networks UK & Australia division.
My5 is available on a variety of devices, including: computers, smartphones and tablets, smart TVs, streaming devices like Roku and Amazon Fire TV. You can also watch My5 online at www.my5.tv/login.
Creating My5 Account
First of all, I want you to know that you'll not be able to register a My5 Account if you're from outside the United Kingdom (UK) unless you use a Virtual Private Networks (VPN).
However, follow these steps to register a My5 Account in the UK:
- Visit https://www.channel5.com/ on your TV or web browser to begin the registration process. You can also sign up an account via My5 App.
- Next, tap on "sign-in" and click the "Register an Account" tab.
- Fill-in the registration form with your correct details.
- Provide your postal code (in capital letters), date of birth, email address and phone number.
- Create a unique password and accept the terms of use of the service.
- Review your details and tap "Create Account"
That's it! Your My5 Account has been created successfully. You can now proceed to activating the account.
Activating My5 Account
The next step after you've successfully registered your My5 Account is activating the account. However, there are various ways to activate your My5 Account but we'll be discussing only three methods in this article. Let's dive into it:
Activating your My5 TV Account on Roku
If you're a Roku user, you can simply activate My5 TV Channel on the your device by following these steps:
- In your Roku device homepage, search for "My5 TV" using the search box.
- From the list of available options that appears, choose "My5 TV Channel" and add it to your Roku Homepage.
- Now, Launch the My5 TV Channel from you Roku Homepage and then you'll be given an activation code.
- To verify this "Activation Code," go-to https://my5.tv/activate on your device's web browser and sign-in using your My5 email address or phone number.
- Next, input the "Verification Code" and tap "Activate"
- Now, go back to your Roku TV and tap on the My5 TV Channel you added to the home screen. You will required to activate the channel, now input the Verification Code and boom, you're done.
Activating My5 on Amazon Fire TV
If you're currently using Amazon Fire TV, it's a good news that you can now activate your My5 Account on the streaming device. Here's how;
- Start by installing the My5 app on your Amazing Fire TV.
- After successful download, launch the app and login your My5 Account on the Fire TV.
- Navigate to settings to begin the account's activation processes.
- On the settings page, tap on "Connect." Once connected, you've been automatically verified and activated. Now, you're good to go on Fire TV.
Activating My5 on Apple TV
- On Apple TV, get started by downloading and installing the My5 TV App on the smart TV.
- Next, launch the app and sign-in your My5 TV Account.
- An "Activation Code" with "Instructions" will be displayed on the screen upon sign-in.
- Follow the instructions to activate your My5 Account on the Apple TV.
- Once your activation code is accepted, you maybe required to verify via phone call or OTP code.
Login to your My5 TV Account
Depending on the device you're logging into, My5 Account generally allows you to login an account via https://activate.channel5.com/. You can visit the link on your phone, laptop, game console, smart TVs or any other streaming devices that have a browser.
In some devices including Apple TV, Roku, smartphone and Laptop, you will be prompted to activate/verify your account before you're allowed to sign-in.
In this case, enter your six-digit activation code in the blank boxes provided on the sign-in page. The verification code can be obtained via email, phone SMS or via Smart-TV.
FAQs
Is My5 TV available outside the UK or Can I use My5 TV abroad?
No! You cannot use watch My TV Channel from outside the United Kingdom (U.K). However, you can only stream My5 TV Channel abroad using a virtual private network (VPN) that connects your device's server to the UK.
Is My5 TV Channel Free?
Yes, My5 TV Channel is free, easy to use, and offers a wide variety of content to enjoy.
How do I get My5 TV Channel on my TV?
Some smart TVs or Android TVs gives you option to download the My5 App on your TV. While some TV only gives you the option to search the My TV Channel on have it saved on the home screen for easy access.
How much does it cost to watch My5 TV?
My5 TV Channels are completely FREE service with no subscription fee - you will never be charged to use My5 Account. You will be asked to register (for FREE) and sign-in to My5 in order to watch your favourite shows.
Final words
Creating a My5 TV account is a quick and easy process that allows you to enjoy a wide variety of shows and benefits. With a My5 account, you can:
- Catch up on the latest episodes of your favorite shows from Channel 5, 5STAR, 5USA, 5SELECT, and 5ACTION, usually within a week of them airing on TV.
- Watch older shows from the extensive Channel 5 library.
- Create a watchlist to keep track of the shows you want to watch and easily access them later.
- Download shows to watch offline on the mobile app, so you can enjoy them on the go without an internet connection.
- Enjoy personalized recommendations based on your viewing habits.
Overall, creating a My5 TV account is a great way to stay up-to-date on your favorite shows and discover new ones. It's free, easy to use, and offers a wide variety of content to enjoy. So why not sign up today and start exploring all that My5 has to offer?