I’m always on the lookout for free streaming platforms with high-quality shows, and My5 hit the mark. If you love shows like Neighbors, Traffic Cops, or 5 News, then activating My5 on your TV is the perfect way to level up your viewing experience.
I stumbled upon My5 while browsing TV apps on my Fire Stick. I had heard about Channel 5’s content, so I downloaded the app. As expected, it asked me to activate the device using My5.tv/activate.
I grabbed my phone, logged into my My5 account, entered the activation code on the screen, and boom—done. It honestly took less than 2 minutes. No tech headaches, no calls for help. That night, I dove into a full season of The Gadget Show—completely free.
Open your Smart TV or streaming device and install the My5 app
Launch the app—you’ll see an activation code
On your phone or laptop, go to My5.tv/activate
Log in to your My5 account (or sign up if you’re new)
Enter the activation code and hit Submit
Your device will instantly link to your account and you’re good to go!
My5 is ad-supported and completely free
You can stream it on TVs, streaming sticks, gaming consoles, and web browsers
You need an internet connection to activate and stream
Save shows to watch later and resume playback across devices
No need to schedule—on-demand viewing anytime
I’ve used several streaming platforms, but My5 surprised me with its smooth setup and rich content library. For a free service, it performs like a premium one. Thanks to My5.tv/activate, I now enjoy crime docs, reality TV, and UK dramas—all without subscriptions.
If you're looking for cost-free entertainment with real substance, My5 is a no-brainer.
Q1. Is My5 only available in the UK?
Yes, My5 is geo-restricted to the UK unless you use a VPN.
Q2. Can I skip the activation process?
Not on TVs or streaming devices. You’ll need to use my5.tv/activate.
Q3. Does My5 offer live TV?
It primarily offers on-demand content, but select shows are available soon after airing.
Q4. Can I activate My5 on multiple devices?
Yes, you can link multiple devices to the same account.
Q5. Do I need to enter the activation code every time?
Nope! Once your device is linked, it stays activated unless you sign out or reset it.