ARTN streams free. The Armenian Radio Television Network, the largest Armenian-American television network in the United States, runs a 24-hour live feed on its own site at artn.tv and through the free ARTN TV apps for iPhone, Android, and Roku, and it also airs on major US cable and satellite carriers. There is no paywall on ARTN itself, so the official free stream is the place to start. If you want the wider set of Armenian channels that ARTN partners with (Shant TV supplies much of its entertainment), the paid Shant Digital TV app is the optional upgrade.
Last updated: July 2026. We checked each service’s live lineup and app availability in July 2026.
How to Watch ARTN Live (Official Site and App)
The most reliable way to watch ARTN live is the network’s own stream, and it costs nothing. ARTN is a US-based Armenian-American broadcaster headquartered in Glendale, California, and it carries Armenian-language news, talk, series, and music, much of it sourced through its long-running tie to Shant TV in Armenia (the channel is often listed as ARTN-Shant).
To watch on a computer, open the official ARTN TV website and click the live player. It runs in any modern browser with no login. On a phone or tablet, install the free ARTN TV app (powered by ConnectTo) from the Apple App Store or Google Play. The same app streams the 24-hour feed and works on Roku, Fire TV, and Apple TV through their app stores or a browser-capable app. For anyone browsing more channels in one place, ARTN also sits alongside dozens of free live TV channels at Live News Chat.
ARTN on Armenian IPTV and Diaspora Streaming Packages
If you want ARTN as part of a full Armenian channel bundle, look to a reputable Armenian IPTV or diaspora streaming package rather than the free single feed. These paid apps package ARTN, Shant TV, and other Armenian and Russian channels together for viewers outside Armenia, which is useful if you also want serials, kids programming, or sport in one subscription.
The most direct option is the Shant Digital TV app, which bundles Shant Premium HD, Shant Serial, Music, News, Kids, and Sport with other Armenian and Russian channels. It runs on phones, tablets, and smart TVs, costs roughly 5 to 9 dollars a month depending on the plan length, and includes a 3-day free trial so you can test it before paying (pricing per shantdigitaltv.com, July 2026). ArmFlix, an ad-supported Armenian channel app on Roku, also carries ARTN live for free if you would rather not subscribe. Whichever route you pick, choose an established, legal provider. Cheap gray-market IPTV boxes that promise hundreds of channels are the ones to avoid.
What Is on ARTN
ARTN programs a mix aimed at Armenian-American households across the day. The schedule leans on Armenian-language news and current-affairs talk, drama and entertainment series, and music and cultural shows, with a good share of the entertainment lineup coming from Shant TV in Armenia. Broadcasts are primarily in Armenian, so English subtitles are generally not available. For most of the estimated 1.5 to 2 million Armenian Americans, especially the large community in and around Glendale, the draw is homeland news and Armenian-language programming that is hard to find on mainstream US channels.
Is There a Free ARTN Stream?
Yes, and it is the official one. ARTN itself is genuinely FREE through artn.tv and the ARTN TV app, so most viewers never need to pay anything to watch the live channel. The official ARTN TV YouTube channel adds clips and some segments, but it is not a dependable 24-hour live feed, so treat it as a supplement rather than the main stream. Anything else, meaning pirate IPTV links or re-stream sites that copy the signal, is worth skipping. It is unreliable and often unsafe, and the free official app already gives you the same channel. Households already on Dish, DirecTV, AT&T U-verse, or Verizon FiOS with an Armenian tier can watch ARTN at no extra streaming cost as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ARTN Free to Watch?
Yes. ARTN is free of charge on the official artn.tv site and the ARTN TV app for iPhone, Android, and Roku. Only the wider Shant Digital TV bundle of Armenian channels is a paid subscription.
What Is the Difference Between ARTN and Shant TV?
ARTN is the US-based Armenian-American network in Glendale, California. Shant TV is based in Armenia and partners with ARTN, supplying much of its entertainment programming, which is why the channel is often called ARTN-Shant.
Can I Watch ARTN on Roku?
Yes. Add the ARTN TV or ArmFlix channel from the Roku Channel Store, or open artn.tv in a browser-capable app on the device. ArmFlix carries the ARTN live feed free with ads.
How Much Does Shant Digital TV Cost?
Shant Digital TV runs about 5 to 9 dollars a month depending on the plan length, with a 3-day free trial. Check shantdigitaltv.com for the current rate, since prices can change.
Can I Watch ARTN Live Outside the United States?
ARTN markets its app and website as available worldwide, though some programming may be geo-limited by region. For international Armenian viewers who want the full channel lineup, the Shant Digital TV app is usually the most reliable option.