Stream your own videos privately on Roku
Yes—you can turn your Roku or Roku TV into a private video library that plays your own files. The app described here lets you upload and organize personal videos into private Collections, share them with selected people, and stream them directly on Roku without running a home media server. It’s built for family memories, training, events, and other meaningful archives rather than public feeds.
What to know
- Turn Roku into a private video library for family memories and events.
- Upload and organize videos into private Collections for easy replay.
- Stream directly to Roku and Roku TV without running a media server.
- Share access only with selected people—no public feed or algorithm.
- Built for preservation and calm TV-friendly viewing, not social discovery.
What the Roku app does
Upload your personal videos, organize them into private Collections, and stream them on Roku and Roku TV. It’s designed for private archives—family videos, trainings, church recordings, and other meaningful collections rather than public social feeds.
Stream on Roku without a media server
The app streams uploaded videos directly to Roku devices and Roku TV, removing the need to run a separate home media server or keep a computer turned on for playback.
Privacy, sharing, and organization
Content is private by default with no public feed or algorithmic recommendations. You can share Collections with selected people so only invited viewers can access the videos, keeping control over who sees your archive.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a media server to stream my videos to Roku?
No. The app streams uploaded videos directly to Roku devices and Roku TV without requiring you to run a separate home media server.
Can I watch my private videos on Roku TV?
Yes. The app supports streaming your uploaded videos directly on Roku and Roku TV for viewing on the biggest screen in the room.
Can I share videos with specific people?
Yes. Videos can be organized into private Collections and shared with selected people so only invited viewers can access them.
Will my videos be public or recommended by an algorithm?
No. The app is private by default with no public feed, comments, or algorithmic recommendations—just your videos and the people you choose.