Can I still watch TV if I cancel Sky?


If you're leaving Sky Q, changing your subscription, or need a new box, you'll need to return the equipment you loaned from us when you first joined Sky Q.

Can I still use my Sky Q box if I cancel Sky?

If you're leaving Sky Q, changing your subscription, or need a new box, you'll need to return the equipment you loaned from us when you first joined Sky Q.

What happens if you cancel Sky?

Check you're out of contract Once this term is complete you can cancel your contract with 31 days' notice. If you're still within your contract term, but are determined to leave Sky, you can – but it will cost you. Sky will charge you early cancellation fees.

Can I use a Sky box without subscription?

Re: Using Sky HD box without Sky subscription Your current viewing card will work fine and will allow you to view all the free to view and free to air channels. As you might already know you will be unable to record, pause and rewind any of these channels.

Can old Sky box be used for Freeview?

No. Freeview is Terrestrial UHF and item very different technology from Sky which is satellite TV. You can use Sky for receiving some free channels via satellite. But you will be searching through all the sky channels you cannot receive.

What happens if you cancel Sky?

Check you're out of contract Once this term is complete you can cancel your contract with 31 days' notice. If you're still within your contract term, but are determined to leave Sky, you can – but it will cost you. Sky will charge you early cancellation fees.

Can I cancel my Sky TV and just have broadband?

If you're switching to another broadband provider, you can usually make the switch without needing to contact Sky. The exceptions are if you're switching to Virgin Media, BT Ultrafast Fibre or FTTP broadband, in which case you should contact Sky in the same way as you would to cancel Sky TV.

What is the lowest Sky TV package?

The Sky Signature package is the base TV package from Sky. This is the new name for Sky Entertainment and is the standard entry level Sky TV option.

What channels can you watch on Sky without subscription?

You can access all of the 250 Freeview channels directly through your Sky TV set-top box, including BBC One, BBC Two, ITV, and Channel 4 (including HD) as well as Dave, Yesterday and Challenge and movie channels like Film4 and TCM.

Can I convert my Sky box to Freesat?

Can I Use My Sky Box For Freesat? The answer is yes and no here, it may sound the same but you can use your old Sky box for free to air(FTA) satellite TV, but not to receive “Freesat”. This is because Freesat specifically a trade name and a joint venture between BBC and ITV.

How difficult is it to cancel Sky TV?

To cancel Sky TV, you need to give us 31 days' notice, which can't end before your minimum term finishes unless you're within your cooling off period. Please don't cancel your Direct Debit or any other ongoing payment with us, as further payments may still be due.

Do you have to return Sky box when you cancel?

If your Sky Q or broadband kit has been loaned to you as part of your subscription, you'll need to return it to us when you leave. If you hang on to it, you'll pay a non-return fee. Find out how you can return: Sky+/Q or Sky Broadband equipment – Sky boxes and remotes, Sky hubs and boosters.

Can Sky TV be installed without broadband?

Sky TV installation You can order Sky TV without taking broadband from Sky, but you will need a broadband connection (from any provider you like) if you want to make the most of all the features Sky TV has to offer. You'll also need a satellite dish installed on a south-facing wall of your house.

How do I unlock Sky channels for free?

If you own a Sky Q voice remote, it's as simple as saying two words. Pick up your Sky Q voice remote and say “get discovery+” (pronounced discovery plus) and you'll unlock the new streaming service to watch at no extra cost on your set-top box.

Can I use my Sky dish as an aerial?

You cannot use a dish as an aerial, though people have ways of repurposing an old Sky dish. Their version of repurposing is to make the satellite dish the mount. You can take out the LNB and attach your clip-on aerial there. Your coaxial cord will run from the TV aerial and not the dish itself.

Do I own my Sky box?

Sky Q boxes and any other equipment we designate as Sky-owned will remain the property of Sky or another company in the Sky group of companies at all times (unless agreed otherwise) and are loaned to you at no cost. Each item of equipment loaned to you from time to time is “loaned equipment”.

Do I have to return my Sky box if I cancel my subscription?

All Sky Q boxes, including mini boxes are loaned and must be returned at the termination of your TV subscription.

Can I convert my Sky box to Freesat?

Can I Use My Sky Box For Freesat? The answer is yes and no here, it may sound the same but you can use your old Sky box for free to air(FTA) satellite TV, but not to receive “Freesat”. This is because Freesat specifically a trade name and a joint venture between BBC and ITV.

Can you use a Sky Q box for Freesat?

If you're wondering if you can use your Sky Box to be a Freesat recorder, the answer is no, because your receiver is from Sky and it's not the same company as Freesat. To be able to record Freesat, you'll need a respective Freesat set-top box (STB) with a hard drive.

Does Sky want Q box back?

Sky Q or Sky+ box, Sky dish and equipment If you have Sky Q equipment, you'll need to return it to us. Keep hold of it for the first 31 days. We'll then be in touch with the details of what you need to return and when. If you hang onto it after that, you'll pay a non-return fee.

What happens if you cancel Sky?

Check you're out of contract Once this term is complete you can cancel your contract with 31 days' notice. If you're still within your contract term, but are determined to leave Sky, you can – but it will cost you. Sky will charge you early cancellation fees.

Can you reduce your Sky package?

Yes it 100% is worth asking for a reduction in your Sky package monthly bill. I myself have successfully negotiated a reduction in my monthly fee as have other people I know. Brand new Sky customers always get the best deals, with a fixed cut price package that typically lasts for 18 months before increasing.

What happens to Netflix when you cancel Sky?

If you linked an existing Netflix account to your Sky Ultimate TV and have a previous valid method of payment (credit, debit card or gift credit) on file with Netflix, your service will not be disrupted and Netflix will start charging you again once your Ultimate TV subscription ends.

Can you remove Sky packages?

You can cancel and add packs online via MySky or via the app. I have done this recently myself. In the app go TV > Change what you watch > Select the pack you want to remove > click remove > checkout. Your future bills update pretty much immediately.

Our verdict: Excellent The clever Sky Q box with voice remote control and Ultra HD as standard ensures that no other TV provider comes close in terms of what's on offer for the money. Sky now offers streaming services via the internet (no dish) with Sky Glass.

How do I watch normal TV on Sky?

When your Sky Glass TV has no broadband or WiFi, you can watch Live TV and Radio channels from your TV transmitter through the TV input app. For this to work, you'll need a terrestrial TV aerial connected to the TV aerial port at the back of your Sky Glass TV. The TV input app isn't available on Sky Stream pucks.