What we offer
Not only is Freeview the simple way to enjoy 50 digital TV channels and 24 radio stations, you can also record your favourite TV with a Freeview plus TV recorder or watch four HD channels for free with Freeview HD. Find out which is right for you below.
To watch Freeview, there's no dish, no cables, you just need an aerial!
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High definition TV for free
- The UK’s top 4 channels in HD
- Up to 5 times better picture quality
- Built-in to TVs, recorders and boxes
- Subscription free
Pause, record, rewind
- Record your favourite shows with a digital TV recorder
- Record an entire series at the touch of a button
- Pause live TV, or rewind if you miss something
- Subscription free
The nation’s favourite TV
- 50 digital TV channels and 24 radio stations
- Built-in to TVs or buy a box
- Subscription free
How to get Freeview
Free
All you need is Freeview TV, box or recorder and an aerial in good condition. Freeview is built into most TVs, – including all new flat screen TVs or a get a box is from as little as £25.
As part of a paid service
Some TV providers offer additional channels and programmes on top of the core Freeview service.
Smart TV
Smart TVs let you access your favourite Catch-up and On Demand services like BBC iPlayer, YouTube and LOVEFiLM from your TV, instead of your PC.
Just connect to an internet connection and your TV becomes a portal to services like BBC iPlayer, YouTube and LOVEFiLM, which give you access to back catalogues of lots of TV series and films.
Need help with a Freeview product?
You'll find helpful guides, how-tos and FAQs in our Help section.
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