Does Factory Resetting Your Roku Remove Your Account?

Learn whether a factory reset on Roku will delete your account and what happens to your settings.

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No, a factory reset on your Roku device will not remove your account from the Roku server. However, it will clear all settings, unlink your device from your account, and remove installed channels and preferences. You will need to set up the device again and re-link it to your Roku account after the reset.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does a factory reset do on Roku? A factory reset clears all settings, installed channels, and preferences on your Roku device, but it does not remove your Roku account.
  2. Do I need to create a new Roku account after a factory reset? No, you don't need to create a new account. You can simply re-link your device to your existing Roku account after the reset.
  3. Will I lose my channels if I factory reset my Roku? Yes, a factory reset will remove all installed channels, and you'll need to reinstall them after the reset.

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