Why does Roku ask for a payment method?

Setting up a payment method in your Roku account gives you these benefits:

  • Instant sign-up: Quickly start free trials and subscriptions with just a few clicks of your remote and start watching right away.
  • Special offers: Get personalized deals and free trials.
  • Easy subscription management: Subscribe, cancel, and manage all your subscriptions through Roku in one place.
  • See your purchase history: Review detailed invoices as well as monthly spending trends in your Roku account anytime.

Note: After you buy your Roku device and set up your account, there are no extra monthly or yearly fees. You’ll only be charged if you sign up for a subscription or make other purchases.

How to add or update a payment method in your Roku account


You can add, update, or remove your payment method anytime.

  • On the Roku website: Go to my.roku.com > Payment methods
  • On your Roku device: Go to Settings > Payment methods

Note: You must cancel your subscriptions before removing your payment method.

Accepted payment methods


  • Credit or debit card
  • Apple Pay
  • PayPal
  • Cash App Pay
  • Prepaid gift cards if the payment merchant (e.g., Visa, Discover) is accepted in your geographic region

How to add a PIN for extra security


When you add a payment method to your Roku account, we recommend creating a PIN to guard against unwanted charges.

More resources about Roku payments


If you have more questions about managing your account or subscriptions, check out these resources for help:

 

Last updated at 5/11/2026 4:30:38 AM


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