Protected Content License Error Disney Plus, Check How To Fix Protected Content License Error Disney Plus

Disney Plus

Disney Plus is an OTT streaming platform that enables people to watch films and series through subscriptions. The owner of Disney plus is Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution. Disney also owns Disney plus Hotstar in India. The Walt Disney Studios & Walt Disney Television produce this platform's streaming films and series. Disney plus was launched in 2019. As of 2022, Subscribers of Disney plus have reached 164.2 million. 

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Protected Content License Error Disney Plus

You might have encountered a pop-up dread text like the Protected Content License Error text from Disney Plus. You might find it annoying, especially when you are busy watching a movie or a TV show. Especially Roku and a few other streaming services have this issue to deal with. And in the majority of cases, the issue is somehow fixable. And we have added all the possible fixes in the upcoming passages, so have a good read.

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What Does Protected Content License Error On Disney Plus?

The reasons why this issue occurs are quite big. This issue occurs if you try to play protected content. This issue may arise if something is wrong with your System or the content itself. The infected files may have DRM, which stands for Digital Rights Management protection. On the other hand, different websites have different requirements to access this type of content; some might ask for an agree-to option, while others will request you to sign in to their feed.

How To Fix Protected Content License Error Disney Plus?

Try Unplugging And Re-Plugging The Power/HDMI Cables

Try to unplug all the cables from the backside of your computer or the Roku devices, and make sure to remove all the power cords and HDMI cords as well. Now wait for at least 30 seconds and then plug them back again. This will enable you to rest the device, enabling a fresh start with any new content you desire to play. Restarting might solve the issue that you are facing on your PC or your TV.

Try Checking Your Network Connection

If you're connected through Wi-Fi or Ethernet for the internet connection, then make sure that the signal is working properly here. Also, make sure that your area is granted a surplus of network strength. A poor internet connection could be a reason to switch in.

Try Resetting Your Roku Player/Tv/Router

The Roku players, TVs, and routers are meant to be set up to connect to your local network. However, they get disconnected. Try setting your router as it helps to clear out if there's a temporary problem. Unplug it from the power for a span of 30 seconds and then plug it back and wait till it gets fully powered up.

Try Updating Your Roku Device Software

• Press the 'Home' button from your Roku remote.

• Now scroll down and try to select Settings from the menu.

• Now click on System from the menu.

• Now select System Update.

• Now select Check now and check for the available updates.

Try Updating Your Router Firmware

You are requested to update the firmware if you are using a wireless router. And some routers always come with outdated firmware, which often causes problems with the protected content streaming. If this is the case, then you need to update your router's firmware.

Try Uninstalling And Reinstalling The Associated App

To start with this, you need to close and try re-opening the app. This might clear up any files that may have been causing the issue in the bg. If this is an issue, try to uninstall and reinstall it again and check whether the issue reoccurs.

Try Disabling Hardware Acceleration

If you have an older version of the computer or your computer with a poor graphics card, try disabling the hardware acceleration. This is used to view the protected content properly. If you are using a desktop browser, you can try disabling the hardware acceleration and note if that helps or not. If the error still persists, then all you are required to do is to use another browser on your PC. Also, a few types of content will only be available for your country if the content is unrestricted for geolocation.