How to Fix Roku Screen Mirroring Connection Issues

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Your Roku device is not showing up when you try to screen mirror from your phone. You can fix this connection issue by following these steps.

  1. Go to Settings > System > Screen mirroring on your Roku and make sure it is set to Prompt or Always allow instead of Never allow. [0:22]
  2. Confirm that both your Roku and your phone are connected to the exact same Wi-Fi network, as guest networks or separate bands will prevent the connection from working. [0:53]
  3. Use the cast button on your phone to initiate the connection and wait a moment for the device to appear in your list. [1:31]
  4. Power cycle your phone, unplug your Roku for one minute to let it reset, and restart your home Wi-Fi router.

Ninja Tip: Disable any active VPN on your phone or computer, as these services often mask your local network presence and prevent your device from seeing the Roku.

If the connection still fails, you can perform a factory reset by navigating to Settings > System > Advanced system settings > Factory reset.

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