Does anyone know if the BBC iPlayer works outside the UK for people with a UK TV license?
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The post is mostly clear and on-topic, but could benefit from more detail or context about the specific issues faced when trying to access the service. Providing additional information would enhance its relevance and value to the community.
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If memory serves me correctly, I'm pretty sure that it doesn't work unless you use a VPN - it recognises that the IP is outside of the UK and blocks it.
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You have to be in the UK for it to work, or use a VPN
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Can I use BBC iPlayer when I'm outside of the UK? | iPlayer help
Due to rights agreements, you need to be in the UK to stream and download programmes or watch BBC TV channels on BBC iPlayer. Want to watch an on-demand programme while you're travelling? If you download a programme when you're in the UK, you can watch it anywhere in the world. You can download...
I think you can download content from the BBC iPlayer to watch later?
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