How do I change my location on BBC?
On our BBC iPlayer app for mobiles and tablets, you can change your location by going to Settings and selecting Change Location. On our BBC iPlayer TV app, you can change your location by going to Settings and selecting Change Location.
How does BBC know my location?
Personal information. Account information about your gender, age and location help us see how different people are using the BBC and check we're making something for everyone. Another way we check your current location is through your IP (Internet Protocol) address and other information about your device.
Why does BBC iPlayer think I'm outside the UK?
There are several reasons why BBC iPlayer thinks you're outside the UK. The most common are: Your IP address, which is the address websites use to determine where in the world you are, isn't registered in the UK. You're using a VPN (Virtual Private Network), proxy, or similar service which masks your IP 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.
Why has my BBC region changed?
Your television can sometimes receive signals from more than one transmitter, which may be transmitting different regional news. This is more likely to occur following a retune of your television.
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.
How do I update all my addresses?
The U.S. Postal Service You can easily make the address update online and set it for a specific start date. To change your address online, go to USP.com/move and let the post office know who is moving, your old address, your new address, and whether the move is permanent or temporary.
How do I make BBC iPlayer think I'm in the UK?
And the solution is simple: use a VPN. For the uninitiated, a VPN is an app which routes your internet connection through a server somewhere on the internet before it goes to the website or service you want to use. In this case, that server needs to be in the UK, and BBC iPlayer in the service.
How do I reset BBC iPlayer on my TV?
Disconnect the device from the internet then reconnect This might refresh your internet connection and get the BBC iPlayer app up and running again for you.
Why is ITV hub saying I'm outside the UK?
The most common reasons why ITV Hub thinks you're outside the UK are: You're using a VPN (Virtual Private Network), proxy, or similar service. Try disabling it to see if that helps, as if ITV detects that you might be using a VPN, you'll be unable to play programmes.
Why can I not change my location?
Step 1: Open the Settings app on your Android smartphone and scroll down to the Location section. Step 2: Select the App permissions option. Step 3: Scroll down to the app you're using to share your live location and tap on it. Step 4: Tap on ‘Allow only while using the app.
How do I fix location disabled?
Open your phone's Settings app. Under “Personal,” tap Location access. At the top of the screen, turn Access to my location on or off.
Why can't I change my location services on iPhone?
If you can't seem to toggle location services on your iPhone because the option is grayed out, then it's likely that you've accidentally enabled privacy restrictions using Screen Time on your iPhone.
Why is my location wrong?
For Samsung smartphones running Android 10 OS, the location information may appear inaccurate if the GPS signal is obstructed, location settings is disabled, or if you are not using the best location method.
Why is My location showing wrong location?
For Samsung smartphones running Android 10 OS, the location information may appear inaccurate if the GPS signal is obstructed, location settings is disabled, or if you are not using the best location method.
Why is my location set wrong?
When you are travelling from one place to another due to low signal of your mobile network, Google maps may show wrong location. To avoid this and get to know the exact location you must enable the High accuracy mode on your Android phone.
Why is my location showing somewhere else?
That's because Google will try to detect your location based on the IP address. Sometimes location databases have incorrect information and end up determining that you are in a different country.
How do I remove location restrictions?
Luckily, there's an easy way to get around geo-blocking: connect to a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs work by routing your traffic through a server in another country. This hides your real IP address — which is often used to determine your location — and replaces it with a temporary, country-specific IP address.
How do I get around location restrictions?
There are different ways to bypass geo-blocking and access your favorite websites. You can use a VPN, a proxy server, the Tor browser, or smart DNS. All these methods help to hide your IP address.
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.
How do I change my BBC region on Freeview?
Go to the My Freeview section of the app, press the cogwheel icon top right and tap on Region. You can then either use your device's Location Services to detect where you are or just enter your current postcode.
How do I tune my local TV stations?
Press “set-up” or “menu” on the TV remote control or converter box. Select “channels,” “antenna,” or other similar terminology. Click “scan,” “auto-tune,” “channel search,” “auto-program,” or other similar terminology. The TV will do the rest.
How many BBC TV regions are there?
Regions and Nations in the UK and the regional services BBC1 is a networked channel throughout the regions and currently has 15 regional windows in England plus BBC Wales, BBC Scotland and BBC Northern Ireland.
Can police track my location from my phone?
The police won't track your phone without reason, but they can access your device's location history in an emergency or if they suspect criminal activity. Once they have a warrant, the police can access a phone's GPS data through a cell provider and view its current or last known location.
Can you tell if your phone is being monitored?
If someone is spying on your phone, you may see your device's data usage increase, your phone may unexpectedly reboot or show signs of slowing down. You may also notice activity, such as your device's screen lighting up when it is in standby mode. You may also notice your device's battery life suddenly decreasing.
When can I update my address?
When should I file my address change with USPS? Whether you're moving permanently or temporarily, we recommend changing your address at least two weeks before Moving Day. This will give USPS enough time to send you the Move Validation Letter before the trucks arrive.