How much does it cost to subscribe to BBC iPlayer?
BBC iPlayer is a free service but remember your mobile operator may charge for the data you use on their network.
Do you have to pay a subscription for BBC iPlayer?
Nothing. You don’t need a second licence for BBC iPlayer or to pay anything extra. If you already have a licence (including a free over 75 licence), you’re already covered.
How do I get BBC iPlayer outside the UK?
If you want to watch iPlayer outside the UK on an Xbox or PlayStation then you might be able to change your console’s DNS settings to some which will unblock the service. If you head to the network settings and manually enter the DNS addresses you might then find iPlayer will play videos for you.
How do BBC know you’re watching iPlayer?
BBC iPlayer requires registration, including email, to use. If you registered with your real details, then yes, they can tell when you use it. If you registered with ‘other’ details (which is not illegal), they still have a record of the I.P. address used to access the service.
Can I watch BBC iPlayer without a TV Licence?
Yes. You must be covered by a TV Licence (including a free over 75 licence) to download or watch any BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand. Don’t forget, you still need a TV Licence to watch or record programmes on any channel as they are being shown on TV or live on an online TV service.
Will the BBC know if I watch iPlayer?
If you registered with your real details, then yes, they can tell when you use it. If you registered with ‘other’ details (which is not illegal), they still have a record of the I.P. address used to access the service. This is of limited use to the BBC as it does not prove who was watching.
Can I watch iPlayer without a Licence?
Yes. You must be covered by a TV Licence (including a free over 75 licence) to download or watch any BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand. This applies to any device and provider you use. You don’t need a licence to watch S4C TV on demand on BBC iPlayer.
Do I have to register to watch BBC iPlayer?
What you need to do to sign into BBC iPlayer. You need to sign in with a registered account when accessing BBC services online through the web or via the mobile apps. The BBC doesn’t require payment beyond the standard television licence fee that you need to pay to watch BBC broadcasting through TV or online.
Why do I need an account to watch BBC iPlayer?
Why do I need to log into BBC iPlayer? Users need to log in to access content on the iPlayer in order to prove the viewer has a TV licence. Previously, users were simply asked if they had a licence, and simply clicking on “yes” would give access to content.