Does TV Licence cover iPlayer away from home?
Your home TV Licence will usually cover you to watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service, and to use BBC iPlayer* on any device away from home.
Do I need a TV Licence to watch BBC iPlayer away from home?
Yes. A valid TV licence is required to watch or download any programmes on BBC iPlayer, as well as watching or recording live TV on any channel.
Do TV Licence inspectors know if you watch iPlayer?
No, the BBC can't drive up your street and sense that you're using iPlayer. And it probably never could tell if you were watching TV. You'd better pay your TV licence fee. Day and night, the BBC's detector vans roam the streets seeking out unlicensed viewers.
Does my TV license cover me at another address?
Can I use my TV Licence at another address? Yes, your licence will cover you at another address if you are using a device powered solely by its own battery and is not plugged into the mains. If you're moving address permanently, you will need to change your TV Licence address.
Do I have to pay TV Licence if I watch BBC iPlayer?
You need a TV Licence if you: watch or record live TV on any channel or service. use BBC iPlayer.
Does my TV license cover me at another address?
Can I use my TV Licence at another address? Yes, your licence will cover you at another address if you are using a device powered solely by its own battery and is not plugged into the mains. If you're moving address permanently, you will need to change your TV Licence address.
Can I use BBC iPlayer at a different address?
On our TV app, you can change your location by going to the Settings menu and choosing Settings & Help > Other Settings > Change Location.
Can I use BBC iPlayer at someone else's house?
If the device is plugged in at a separate address, you need to be covered by a licence at that address. At the moment, you aren't able to stream or download programmes on BBC iPlayer while abroad.
How does BBC iPlayer know my location?
Another way we check your current location is through your IP (Internet Protocol) address and other information about your device. We use some of your personal information to provide our services, provide recommendations to you on things you'll like.
Do TV license officers actually visit?
Nothing what so ever. as long as you are not watching or recording live tv on any form of device you have nothing to worry about. they will, however, assume that you are watching live TV and send threatening letters bullying you into buying one even if you don't need one.
How do TV license people find out?
There are a number of ways we can find out. At the heart of our operation is the TV Licensing database of approximately 31 million home and business addresses, telling us which of these have TV Licences. All of our visiting officers have access to this database and will check whether or not you have a licence.
Does my TV Licence cover my holiday home?
You'll need to buy a TV Licence for your static caravan, mobile home or moveable chalet if: anyone, at the same time, is watching live on any channel, TV service or streaming service, or using BBC iPlayer* at your main licensed address. the caravan or mobile home is your main residence.
Can TV license officers search home?
TV Licensing can only enter your home without your permission if authorised to do so under a search warrant granted by a magistrate (or sheriff in Scotland). TV Licensing may also apply to a magistrate (or sheriff in Scotland) for a search warrant.
Do you need a TV Licence to watch iPlayer in a hotel?
All viewers who use iPlayer to watch any BBC programmes must also be covered by a TV licence. Hotels, hostels, mobile units and campsites need to be covered by a valid TV Licence.
Does BBC check if you have a TV license?
All our visiting officers have access to this database. This means they can check if you have a licence or not. If you tell us that you do not need a TV Licence, our officers may still visit you to confirm this.
Do you need a TV Licence to watch iPlayer in a hotel?
All viewers who use iPlayer to watch any BBC programmes must also be covered by a TV licence. Hotels, hostels, mobile units and campsites need to be covered by a valid TV Licence.
How do I get around BBC iPlayer TV Licence?
It's easy. Simply connect to one of your VPN's UK servers and you're allocated a UK IP address. Your virtual location then changes and it'll appear to BBC iPlayer that you're in the UK. You can now stream as much Noughts + Crosses or This Country as you like.
Does my TV license cover me at another address?
Can I use my TV Licence at another address? Yes, your licence will cover you at another address if you are using a device powered solely by its own battery and is not plugged into the mains. If you're moving address permanently, you will need to change your TV Licence address.
How do I bypass BBC iPlayer location restrictions?
By connecting to a VPN server in the UK, you get temporary use of an IP address there. This allows you to visit the BBC iPlayer website to login and stream as if you were physically located in back home in Britain.
Can you share your BBC iPlayer account?
Open the BBC iPlayer app and sign in to your own account. To add a new user, select your name on the top left. Select Add child or Add adult. A new adult user will have to sign in using their own BBC account details.
Can I watch BBC iPlayer if my parents have a TV license?
The licence applies to the address – not the person. Watching iPlayer, or any programs as they're being broadcast must be covered by a licence at the address. The only exception – is if you're using a battery-powered device, which would then be covered by your own licence.
Can you be tracked if your location is on?
Even without cell service, Android devices and iPhones can be tracked. Your phone's mapping apps can track your phone's location without an internet connection.
Can BBC track you on iPlayer with VPN?
Streaming services like the BBC iPlayer use smart technologies that detect VPNs. They do it by inspecting shared IP addresses. If they see that many different devices connect to their service through one IP address, they suspect it's a VPN. Thus, they blacklist it.
How can I avoid TV Licence inspector?
The easiest way to get rid of a TV Licensing inspector is to tell them that you revoke their implied right of access. The implied right of access is there so that people with legitimate reasons to enter your property, such as delivery men or milk men can do so without fear of prosecution.
Are TV Licensing detector vans real?
TV detector vans are vans, which, according to the BBC, contain equipment that can detect the presence of television sets in use. The vans are allegedly operated by contractors working for the BBC, to enforce the television licensing system in the UK, the Channel Islands and on the Isle of Man.
Can I cancel my TV Licence if I only watch Netflix?
You don't need a TV Licence if you never watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service, or use BBC iPlayer*. On any device.