Do I own my Sky box?


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Do you keep Sky box when you cancel?

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. If you don't return this equipment within the time frame given, you'll have to pay a Non-Return charge.

Do I have to return my Sky box?

We reuse most parts of your old products and recycle the rest. If your Sky Q, Sky Stream puck 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.

Can someone else use my old Sky box?

Sky+ boxes are sold to subscribers and so are theirs to do with as they see fit, but viewing cards remain Sky property. Yes, the original owner was not entitled to sell you the Viewing Card with the box.

Can you sell a Sky box?

We cannot process indirect sales. Ultimately all Sky Q boxes are loaned to customers for the duration of their subscription, this means the equipment remains the property of Sky. If a Sky Q customer cancels their subscription they will need to return all their equipment.

What happens if I stop paying Sky?

You will just have your services restricted, incur fees for non/late payment, get a bad credit score and have debt collectors at your door…. and you still won't have cancelled your subscription.

What are the rules for cancelling Sky?

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.

What do I do with my Sky box when I move?

When you move, you need to take all your Sky equipment with you to your new home, except the satellite dish and the cables running from it to your Sky box (or boxes). Your Sky engineer will not do this.

What do you do with your Sky box when you move house?

Moving with Sky is just as simple. Simply go onto the Sky website and get in touch with Sky dedicated Moving Team via messaging or phone. All you need is your Sky ID, your current address, your new address and your moving date. Note that Sky TV, Sky Broadband and Sky Talk customers will need 2 weeks' notice.

Can I use my old Sky box without a dish?

Your Sky box needs a dish connection to initialise.

Can I use a Sky box without a card?

You cannot have an install of Sky Q without a viewing card. The Sky engineer would not leave you without a viewing card.

Can you get money for old Sky boxes?

Provided you're out of contract with Sky and the box is yours to sell, then you could consider selling it on eBay, where they can earn some decent money. If a Sky box breaks, they're expensive to replace and many opt for a second-hand box as an alternative.

Can I take my Sky box to another house?

If you are an existing Sky customer you can arrange for your account to be moved to a new address by providing at least 2 weeks' notice and a move in date. You might need to book a visit for Sky to be installed depending on whether your new home has had Sky Q installed before or not.

Why do people buy old Sky boxes?

To use if for the free programs. radio than Freesat or Freeview. Might want then for use in another room. Might not be able to get terrestrial signals.

How much does it cost to buy a skybox?

What is the annual cost of Skybox? A. The average cost for each seat range from $300-$500 depending on the number of home games. Q.

How many Sky boxes are you allowed?

You can connect up to 4 Sky Mini boxes to your main 1TB Sky Q box, and you're able to watch your Sky content on two TVs at the same time. Essentially, while you can extend your Sky viewing to four televisions, you'll only be able to use two of those televisions at one time for Sky content.

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

All Q boxes are rented and always belong to Sky. See the terms and conditions which you agreed to to when you started Sky Q. Sky Q boxes are loaned equipment supplied to you at no cost and remain the property of Sky (or another Sky group company) at all times.

Can I record TV without Sky?

The easiest way to do this is to get a Freeview HD or Freeview Play recorder. Just buy the box, plug it in and then you get to choose when you watch your favourite TV. You can record a show by clicking on the TV Guide and then selecting the show you want to record. You can record a single programme or a whole series.

Can I cancel Sky but keep Netflix?

If you want to cancel your existing you just activate your Sky Netflix and sign on using your existing Netflix details . this will transfer to Sky and your Existing Netflix will cancel. If you want to Continue using your Existing Netflix you Still activate Netflix on Sky but Don't use your Netflix login.

Do you keep Sky box when you cancel?

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. If you don't return this equipment within the time frame given, you'll have to pay a Non-Return charge.

How long is a Sky contract?

For most Sky products, the minimum term is 12 or 18 months, unless otherwise agreed. Want to check when your Sky TV contract ends? Go to Your products. A minimum term can also apply if you take up certain offers from us, but we'll tell you this before you accept the offer.

Is Sky losing customers?

Does Sky contract expire?

Your contract doesn't end until you cancel it.

Does Sky refund?

Refunds normally take up to six weeks from the last day of connection. Once the amount is showing as a credit you can call Sky and they can normally apply the refund in 3-5 working days. Lisa-P1987 Created with Sketch.

How do I return my Sky box?

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.

Will a Sky box work at a different address?

Re: Use my sky account at another address temporarily No, not on their Sky Boxes. Any attempt to do so, would be against Sky's T&Cs.

Do I Own my Sky+HD box?

No, you actually own your Sky box and dish from the day it was installed. However you are contracted to pay your subscription to Sky usually for a minimum of one year. Another myth that a lot of Sky subscribers believe is that Sky+HD boxes can only be purchased directly from Sky, this is in fact simply not true.

Should I keep a Sky Q Box If I cancel?

There would be little point in keeping a sky Q box if you cancel. I don't think you can use it for viewing FTA as the whole lot is encrypted. No sub,no TV,same as virgin TiVo boxes. The box would be useless hence why they remain the property of sky and not the customer. I don't think you can use it for viewing FTA as the whole lot is encrypted.

How do I Reset my Sky Box?

First try to reset it with these simple steps. Turn off your Sky box directly at the mains. Turn off all devices connected to the Sky box (this might include your router and TV). Check that all the lights on the Sky box have completely disappeared. Leave the box and connected devices off for a few minutes. Switch your devices back on.

Is Sky responsible for failing boxes?

The flip side to this is that Sky is 100% responsible for failing boxes. And it's the same model as many satellite/cable companies around the world. It's just odd as we were different. The set-up charge is way too much for 5mins work if it goes well.