How much does BBC iPlayer cost per month?
BBC iPlayer is a free service, but your mobile operator may charge for the data you use on their network. If you're unsure how much mobile data costs or what your data allowance is, please contact your mobile network operator. Was this helpful?
Is BBC iPlayer free on TV?
You don't need a second licence for BBC iPlayer or to pay anything extra. If you already have a licence (including a free TV Licence), you're already covered. You and anyone normally living at your address are already covered to use BBC iPlayer* and to watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service.
Is BBC iPlayer free on TV?
You don't need a second licence for BBC iPlayer or to pay anything extra. If you already have a licence (including a free TV Licence), you're already covered. You and anyone normally living at your address are already covered to use BBC iPlayer* and to watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service.
Do I need a BBC account to watch iPlayer?
Without signing in, you won't be able to play programmes or benefit from the personalised features that BBC iPlayer offers. Signing in is quick, free and easy and you should stay signed in for two years on each web browser or app.
Can you watch normal TV on BBC iPlayer?
All of our TV channels and S4C are available to watch live through BBC iPlayer, although some programmes may not be available to stream online due to rights.
How do TV Licensing know if you watch iPlayer?
We contact customers who have declared that they do not need a licence but at the same time are shown from the information that we hold to be watching or downloading BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer on several occasions.
Is BBC iPlayer free on TV?
You don't need a second licence for BBC iPlayer or to pay anything extra. If you already have a licence (including a free TV Licence), you're already covered. You and anyone normally living at your address are already covered to use BBC iPlayer* and to watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service.
Is BBC iPlayer only for England?
BBC iPlayer is funded by the UK TV licence and its use is restricted to UK residents only. While you can't watch TV programmes, here's a list of services you can use if you live outside the UK: BBC Sounds. BBC Podcasts.
What countries is BBC iPlayer in?
“BBC iPlayer only works in the UK. Sorry, it's due to rights issues.” BBC iPlayer restricts its services to users in the UK only due to licensing restrictions. Therefore, if you are in Canada, use a VPN like ExpressVPN to change your location to the UK and unblock BBC iPlayer.
Do I need a VPN to watch iPlayer abroad?
If it points to anywhere outside of the UK, you simply won't be able to use the service. Luckily, getting around this type of blocking is easy: just connect to a British VPN server to get an IP address from the UK and trick iPlayer into letting you watch from abroad.
What is the difference between BBC player and BBC iPlayer?
BBC iPlayer is the BBC's streaming catch-up television and radio service that is only available in the UK. The service is funded by UK license fee payers and is not legally available outside the UK. BBC Player is an authenticated service currently available in Singapore to Singtel and StarHub TV subscribers only.
How do TV Licensing know if you watch iPlayer?
We contact customers who have declared that they do not need a licence but at the same time are shown from the information that we hold to be watching or downloading BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer on several occasions.
Why is BBC forcing me to register?
Signing in unlocks a BBC that's personalised to you. And as a public service, it allows us to check we're making something for everyone.
How do I watch BBC for free?
BBC Select is a BBC streaming service available to stream on Amazon Prime Video Channels, the Apple TV app or The Roku Channel. You can try BBC Select for free for 7 days.
What is BBC iPlayer and how does it work?
BBC iPlayer is where you can watch BBC programmes online. You can watch all of our TV channels online and nearly all of our programmes are available to watch shortly after they've been broadcast for a set amount of time. We also curate shows from the BBC Archives and offer live events and online exclusives.
Why is the BBC iPlayer app not available in my country?
The BBC iPlayer app is only available to people using the UK Google Play Store, so if you've changed the ‘Country and Profile' in the Play Store to a different country, this will affect downloading or upgrading BBC iPlayer.
Can you get caught watching iPlayer without a licence?
If you don't pay you could face a £1,000 fine Fee dodgers can face prosecution plus a fine of up to £1,000 (up to £2,000 if you live in Guernsey) if they're found to be watching ‘live TV' or BBC iPlayer without a licence.
Can the BBC track your IP address?
We collect some information automatically. Things like your IP address, which browser and device you're using, or your device ID. And we can tell what webpage directed you to the BBC by looking at information from your browser.
Can you watch BBC iPlayer abroad?
No. BBC iPlayer is funded by the UK TV licence and its use is restricted to UK residents only. While you can't watch TV programmes, here's a list of services you can use if you live outside the UK: BBC Sounds.
How do I watch BBC for free?
BBC Select is a BBC streaming service available to stream on Amazon Prime Video Channels, the Apple TV app or The Roku Channel. You can try BBC Select for free for 7 days.
Can BBC iPlayer detect VPN?
How does the BBC know I'm using a 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.
Can the BBC track your IP address?
We collect some information automatically. Things like your IP address, which browser and device you're using, or your device ID. And we can tell what webpage directed you to the BBC by looking at information from your browser.
What happens if you say you have a TV license but you don t?
This is because when we visit and make contact, we find one in eight people* that tell us they don't need a TV Licence actually do need one. If you are not licensed, you risk prosecution and a fine of up to £1,000** plus any legal costs and/or compensation you may be ordered to pay.
Is BBC iPlayer free on TV?
You don't need a second licence for BBC iPlayer or to pay anything extra. If you already have a licence (including a free TV Licence), you're already covered. You and anyone normally living at your address are already covered to use BBC iPlayer* and to watch live on any channel, TV service or streaming service.
Can BBC iPlayer detect VPN?
How does the BBC know I'm using a 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.
Can you access BBC iPlayer from outside the UK with a VPN?
Brits all over the world know the quality of content on the BBC, but if you're currently outside the UK you'll need a BBC iPlayer VPN to get access. This is due to something called geo-blocking, which blocks streaming from locations outside the UK.