A rule that came into force in September 2016 means you need a licence to legally use BBC iPlayer, even if you're only watching catch-up TV. But that doesn't apply to other catch-up services, so ITV Hub, All 4 and My5 are legal to use without a licence as long as you're not using them to watch live TV on any device .
Do you need a TV Licence for ITV hub?
You need to be covered by a TV Licence to watch programmes live on any online TV service – such as ITV Hub, All 4, Amazon Prime Video, Now TV or Sky Go. You don't need a TV Licence if you only ever watch on demand programmes on any TV service apart from BBC iPlayer.
Do you need a TV Licence for ITV?
Yes, you need a TV Licence to watch TV live online . ... This applies to any provider you use, including BBC iPlayer, ITV Player, All 4, Sky Go, Virgin Media, BT TV, Apple TV, Now TV, YouTube, Roku and Amazon Prime Video.
What can I watch without a TV license?
A rule that came into force in September 2016 means you need a licence to legally use BBC iPlayer, even if you're only watching catch-up TV. But that doesn't apply to other catch-up services, so ITV Hub , All 4 and My5 are legal to use without a licence as long as you're not using them to watch live TV on any device.
Do you need a TV Licence to watch BBC iPlayer?
You only need a TV licence if you watch or record TV as it's being broadcast or use iPlayer – if you only use other catch-up sites, you don't need one. A rule that came into force in September 2016 means you need a licence to legally use BBC iPlayer, even if you're only watching catch-up TV.
Can I refuse to pay TV Licence?
Failure to pay for a TV licence – required by law to watch live television on any channel – can lead to prosecution and a fine of up to £1,000 . If payment is not forthcoming, the courts can imprison offenders.
Do you need a TV Licence to watch Freeview?
You need a TV Licence to download or watch BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer – live, catch up or on demand. This applies to any device and provider you use, including: Freeview, Freesat or YouView.
Can TV Licensing enter your home?
TV Licensing can only enter your home without your permission if authorised to do so under a search warrant granted by a magistrate (or sheriff in Scotland).
Do TV license inspectors visit?
Can TV licence inspectors visit your house? Inspectors can visit your house , although you're likely to receive a letter before this point. You can refuse to let an inspector in, but this might lead to them getting a court order – which means they would be allowed to enter by law without your permission.
Can I cancel my TV Licence if I only watch Netflix?
If you only watch on-demand or catch-up programmes through streaming services like Netflix, then you do NOT need a TV licence – UNLESS you're watching BBC programmes on iPlayer. ... Live TV means any programme you watch or record at the same time as it's being shown on TV or live on an online TV service.
Is it illegal to watch iPlayer without a TV license?
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.
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.
Do I need TV Licence for Amazon Prime?
Subscribers to Amazon's Prime Video service will need to be covered by a TV Licence if they choose to pay for watching live TV services now offered by the entertainment platform. ... If you watch or record live TV, either through your TV or live online through a website, then you need to be covered by a TV Licence.
Can I cancel my TV Licence if I dont watch BBC?
You can cancel your licence if you no longer: watch or record programmes as they're being shown on TV, on any channel. watch or stream programmes live on an online TV service (such as ITV Hub, All 4, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Now TV, Sky Go, etc.) download or watch any BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer .
Do I have to pay TV Licence if I only watch Netflix?
Do I need a TV Licence to watch streaming services like Netflix, Amazon or Now TV? ... You don't need a TV Licence if you only ever use online services to watch on demand or catch up programmes, except if you're watching BBC programmes on BBC iPlayer.
