About Us

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to watch great TV for free. That's what Freeview is all about. All you have to do is buy either a digital box, Freeview+ digital TV recorder or digital TV with Freeview built-in. It's simple, there are no strings attached and no subscription.

Once you have checked you are in a Freeview coverage area, make sure that your rooftop aerial is in good condition. That way you'll get great reception with the sharpest picture and the best quality sound.

The Organisation

Freeview is managed by DTV Services Ltd, a company owned and run by its five shareholders - BBC, BSkyB, Channel 4, ITV and Arqiva. Launched in October 2002, the Freeview service provides free-to-air digital TV channels, radio stations and interactive services through an aerial.

Email: Freeview@mgtplc.com

Telephone: 08701 111 270

Write to:

Freeview,
DTV Services Ltd,
27-29 Cursitor Street
London
EC4A 1LT

Freeview is marketed by DTV Services Limited
Registered number: 4435179, registered in England & Wales at the above address

Service updates

Latest updates on issues affecting the Freeview service

  • Some older digital equipment will not work after switchover more>
  • Viewers finding channels in '800s' in the TV guide more>

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Help

“How do I retune my digital box?”

We say…

“Retuning (or rescanning) your digital box is straightforward”

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