How does UKTV Play work?


To use UKTV Play on the TV app and streaming devices, you'll be prompted to register on our website and pair your device with your account. Then just type the code into the box at the bottom of the registration form and you can start watching straight away.

Is UKTV Play free?

UKTV Play is the free on demand TV service from UKTV. It's where you can watch shows from Dave, Drama, W and Yesterday, all in one place.

How do I watch UKTV Play on my TV?

Why do I have to register for UKTV Play?

Why do I need to register? To get to know you better and make it easier to find the shows you love and serve you more relevant advertising. Once you've registered you're ready to access thousands of hours of shows on demand and totally free of charge – we will never ask to be provided with any payment details.

Is UKTV Play free?

UKTV Play is the free on demand TV service from UKTV. It's where you can watch shows from Dave, Drama, W and Yesterday, all in one place.

How do I watch UKTV Play on my TV?

Is UKTV Play owned by BBC?

UKTV is part of BBC Studios, the UK's most-awarded production company, a world-class distributor with international branded services, and a commercial subsidiary of the world's leading public service broadcaster, the BBC.

How do I install UKTV Play?

Go to the app store and search for UKTV Play, where you can download it to your device. The app gives you a great range of catch up and box set content from Dave, Drama, W and Yesterday. Stream your favourite UKTV Play programmes straight from your Android or iOS device.

What channel number is UKTV Play on Freeview?

Can I watch UKTV Play without a Licence?

Yes, you need a TV Licence to watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service, on any device. It doesn't matter if you receive it over the internet, from a cable or satellite provider or through an aerial.

Is UKTV Play on LG Smart TV?

All new LG TVs will come with Freeview Play as standard following a new five-year agreement. Freeview Play has 11 million users and provides over 70 live channels, and ten-demand players; BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, All 4, My5, UKTV Play, CBS CatchUp Channels UK, Horror Bites, POP Player, STV Player, and BBC Sounds.

Why is UKTV not showing adverts?

Aderts were removed on UKTV channels in respect to the Queen. The channel logos was displayed in replace of the adverts to ensure that the schedule didn't change and the channels would not run early.

Can I watch UKTV Play without a Licence?

Yes, you need a TV Licence to watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service, on any device. It doesn't matter if you receive it over the internet, from a cable or satellite provider or through an aerial.

How can I watch British shows for free?

PBS: Best Free British TV Streaming Service Entirely free. Reasonably high quality content. Shows include fairly recent releases.

Is UKTV Play free?

UKTV Play is the free on demand TV service from UKTV. It's where you can watch shows from Dave, Drama, W and Yesterday, all in one place.

How do I watch UKTV Play on my TV?

Is UKTV Play on Sky?

UKTV Play is now on the Sky platform. Watch shows from all UKTV's channels via a dedicated UKTV Play area on Sky catch up. No plans as of yet, but we're always looking to move onto new platforms so watch this space! Frequently asked questions on UKTV Play.

Why wont Freeview play work on my TV?

If you're having trouble accessing the channel players, try doing the following: Restart your device. Disconnect from the internet and then reconnect to refresh your connection. See if there's an update for your device or the player.

Is UKTV Play free on Firestick?

Product description. UKTV Play is the free streaming TV app where you can watch some of your favourite TV channels; Dave, Yesterday, Drama & W on demand. UKTV Play now has more content than ever before!

Why is Freeview losing channels?

Missing channels are typically caused by antenna or set up faults. Please check that you've got your antenna cable connected properly to your TV, set top box or PVR.

How many Freeview channels are there for free?

With Freeview, you can get 70 TV channels and more than 30 radio stations, all with no subscription. And with a Freeview HD TV or recorder you can also watch up to 15 HD channels. The exact number of channels you'll get depends on the coverage at your address.

Can they tell if you watch TV without a licence?

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 TV Licence inspectors visit?

They will only do this when they have reason to believe an offence is being committed. TV Licensing will be accompanied by the police when executing a search warrant.

What is the difference between Freeview and Freeview play?

Freeview Play is an extension of the platform into the era of the smart TV, so Freeview Play is Freeview but connected. The platform integrates streaming channels into a hub with access to live, catch-up and on-demand TV all rolled into one service over an internet connection.

Can I get Freeview on my smart TV?

Setting up a Freeview-ready TV If you have a smart TV you'll be asked for your wi-fi network and password, so have these ready. You'll then be asked to tune your TV to find the available Freeview channels. This will take three to four minutes. At the end of this, you can save the channels and start watching.

What is the best free British TV app?

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