What is freesat?
Freesat is a digital satellite service, brought to you by the BBC and ITV.
How much does it cost?
To get freesat, there is a one-off payment for a digital box (from £30) or Digital TV (from £450). If your home does not already have a working satellite dish, installation of a new satellite dish will cost approximately £80. There is no subscription and no contract.
What equipment do I need?
A freesat digital box and a fully installed satellite dish. To watch TV in HD you will need a freesat HD digital box connected to an HD Ready TV or a TV with freesat HD built in.
How is freesat installed?
If you have a working satellite dish on your home you may be able to self-install your freesat equipment. If not, freesat can be installed by a freesat approved installers (who meet required industry standards). Installation, if required, can be arranged with your retailer when you buy your equipment.
If there is already a satellite dish on your home, you may be able to use it to receive freesat – check with your freesat retailer first. If your existing satellite dish is still under warranty (typically 12 months) connecting a freesat digital box to your existing equipment is likely to void your existing warranty.
How many channels will I get?
Over 115 TV channels including entertainment, movies, news, lifestyle, BBC iplayer, and subscription-free HD from the BBC and ITV.
Does freesat offer an HDTV service?
Yes, freesat offers a subscription-free HD service. To watch TV in HD you will need a freesat HD digital box connected to an HD Ready TV or a TV with freesat HD built in.
What services does freesat offer?
- Subscription-free HD
- 7 day on-screen programme guide
- Interactive TV (press remote red button for access to latest news and live sports results)
- Parental control
- Customer support via freesat’s customer helpdesk and freesat.co.uk’s help section
- Interactive services
Does freesat offer any accessibility features?
Yes, subtitles and audio description.
Terms and conditions
Non-standard installation costs extra. You must get consents required (e.g. landlords, planning permission) before arranging installation. More information available from freesat approved retailers.