About Roku
Roku Inc. pioneered the way the world streams. The company connects users to the content they love through streaming players, smart TV platforms, audio products, and Roku TV — the leading TV streaming platform in the United States.
Streaming Innovation
Founded by Anthony Wood in 2002, Roku introduced the first streaming media player that brought Netflix to the TV in 2008. Today, Roku devices and smart TVs give access to thousands of streaming channels including Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and Hulu.
Roku Platform
The Roku operating system powers over 80 million active accounts globally. Roku's platform includes The Roku Channel (a free ad-supported streaming service with thousands of movies and shows), Roku Ads, and Roku Pay for content monetization.
Roku TV
Roku's licensed TV operating system is the #1 smart TV platform in the US, powering TVs from brands like TCL, Hisense, Sharp, and Philips. Roku TV offers a simple, intuitive interface with automatic software updates.
Advertising & Media
Roku's advertising business is one of the fastest-growing TV ad platforms in the US. The Roku Channel reaches millions of viewers with live news, sports, movies, and original content, all funded by advertising revenue.
Leadership
Headquartered in San Jose, California, Roku employs 3,600+ people. Founder and CEO Anthony Wood continues to lead the company, driving innovation in the streaming industry with over 20 years of leadership. Roku reported $3.5 billion in revenue in 2023.