Why are my iPlayer downloads failing?

Why are my iPlayer downloads failing?

Downloads will fail if the internet connection cuts out, so make sure you have a strong internet connection. You could try disconnecting your device from the internet and reconnecting to see if that helps.

Is there a limit on BBC iPlayer downloads?

How long can I keep programmes I’ve downloaded? So if a programme is available for 30 days, you’ll have until the end of that same 30-day period to watch the download. At the end of that availability period, downloaded programmes will be deleted.

Why is BBC iPlayer not working on my phone?

Android: try clearing the app cache & data Go to: Settings > Apps > BBC iPlayer and select the Clear Cache option. To clear the app data entirely, select Clear Data on the same page. Then sign back in and try playing a programme.

How do I turn downloads on in BBC iPlayer?

Go to Menu > Downloads > Queue and make sure the Download Programmes toggle is switched on.

How do I keep BBC iPlayer downloads forever for free?

BBC iPlayer Official App has a 30 day limitation, meaning all downloads automatically expire after 30 days and there is no option to keep them forever.

Can you save BBC iPlayer downloads?

Downloads are saved on the BBC iPlayer app on the specific device you download them on so they can’t be transferred to other devices. However, they will still be available to watch on your old device until their expiry date, or you can download them again on your new device.

Can you record off BBC iPlayer?

Setting up Series Record means new episodes of your chosen programmes will downloaded automatically to the iPlayer Downloads application on your computer or laptop as soon as they’re available.

Can I download from BBC iPlayer to Memory Stick?

Unfortunately not. You can only download programmes to your device’s internal storage and not to external storage devices such as an SD card, USB device, or disc. Our obligations to rights holders state that a downloaded programme can only be played on the device it was downloaded on.

Where are BBC iPlayer downloads stored?

Yes, you can. To view this folder, go to Settings (in the top right-hand corner of the BBC iPlayer Downloads application), then under Destination, click on View in Finder (Mac) or View in Explorer (PC).

How do I convert BBC iPlayer to MP4?

How to convert BBC iPlayer WMV to AVI/MP4

1. 1Add BBC iPlayer video files. Click “Add…” or drag & drop to import the BBC iPlayer videos you have downloaded to the program (please make sure your files play well in Windows Media Player)..
2. 2Select output video format.
3. 3Start converting BBC iPlayer WMV files.

How do I remove DRM from BBC iPlayer downloads?

How to Remove DRM from Downloaded BBC iPlayer Video Files

1. Step 1: Download the Aimersoft DRM Media Converter for free, and install it to your computer.
2. Step 2: Import your protected iPlayer files.
3. Step 3: Select output format.
4. Step 4: Start the conversion.

Do iPlayer downloads expire?

Generally the expiry date for anything on iPlayer is 30 days. Most shows are available for streaming and downloading 30 days after its airing date. Once you’ve downloaded a show, you have 30 days to watch it. There are some exceptions though.

Can I record from iPlayer to DVD?

Before you can even think about recording iPlayer programmes to a DVD, you need to “record” or “capture” the video from iPlayer first. Once you’ve done this, you’ll lend up with the recorded programme on your hard-drive on your computer. Once it’s converted, you can then burn the newly-converted files to a blank DVD.