How to watch BBC One live on BBC iPlayer
Mar 14th 2026
BBC One is available live on BBC iPlayer on a wide range of devices, but viewers need a UK TV licence and may face regional or rights-based restrictions on some programmes.
- BBC One can be streamed live on BBC iPlayer across web browsers, iOS and Android apps, smart TVs, streaming sticks and consoles.
- You must have a valid UK TV licence to watch live TV or catch up on BBC iPlayer.
- Some programmes are unavailable on catch-up or outside the UK because of rights and regional restrictions.
- A BBC account is commonly required for personalization and features such as downloads and series linking.
- BBC iPlayer is funded by the TV licence and is free to use for UK viewers while subject to the service terms and location checks.
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