

This can be confusing but here’s the recommended steps from the BBC website – If you want to watch on your TV you’re going to have to register that device with your account. In fact it’s quite difficult to watch the BBC without being logged on to your account.

Many of us have had a BBC account for many years but watched mainly on computers, phones and tablets. The most basic problem people get is to link their device with a BBC iPlayer account. However if you’re trying to watch outside the UK you’ll be unlikely to have the application, so jump and read the section about watching BBC iPlayer outside the UK for some help. It should be simple to find in the apps or players section on your TV or media streaming device. Most modern Smart TVs will already have the application installed, it’s obviously one of the most popular.

Can I watch iPlayer content while abroad?įirst of all you’re going to need to install the application, which can vary depending on your TV.
