Roku stuck on loading screen and won't start
Your Roku is frozen during startup and needs a hard power reset. Unplug the TV for 10 seconds to force it completely off, then plug it back in. This fixes it.
Your Roku gets stuck during startup when a software update fails, the TV loses power unexpectedly, or the storage becomes corrupted. The loading screen spins forever and nothing responds. A hard power reset clears this out and lets Roku start fresh. If it keeps getting stuck, a factory reset will wipe everything and rebuild the system.
- ✓Locate where the power cable plugs into the back of your TV
- ✓Have at least 10-20 minutes available to wait while Roku restarts
- ✓Be patient — Roku can take 30-40 seconds to fully boot up
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Not waiting long enough before unplugging — some Roku devices take 5-10 minutes to start after an update.
- Unplugging for only 3-5 seconds instead of the full 10 — the TV needs time to fully power down.
- Doing a factory reset before trying a hard power reset — always try the simple unplug first.
Signs you need professional help
- If you've done a hard reset, waited 10 minutes, and Roku is still stuck on the loading screen, give us a call. If the loading screen comes back every few days even after a successful reset, your TV can have a deeper hardware issue.
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