How do I change my location on BBC iPlayer?

BBC iPlayer website

On the website on your computer, mobile or tablet, the Change Location option is located at the bottom left of the BBC iPlayer homepage. 
 

Screenshot of the BBC iPlayer website showing the various location options

Having trouble setting your location on the website? If you haven't accepted cookies for the BBC website, we won't be able to remember your location settings. 

Head to the How can I change my BBC cookie settings? page to make sure your BBC cookies are switched on and to find out more about how we use cookies across the BBC website.

 

BBC iPlayer app for connected TVs

On our TV app, you can change your location by going to the Settings menu and choosing Settings & Help > Location & Autoplay Settings > Change Location. 

Screenshot of the BBC iPlayer TV app with the Settings icon highlighted on the left hand side
You can choose from Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales or any of the English regions:

Screenshot of the location options available on the iPlayer TV app
 

BBC iPlayer app for mobiles and tablets

On mobiles and tablets, you can change your location by going to Settings (cog icon on the top right of the homepage) and selecting Location.
 

Two screenshots of the BBC iPlayer mobile/tablet app. The first is highlighting the Location menu and the second shows the location options available
 

Why does BBC iPlayer forget my location?

If you find you have to change your location each time you use BBC iPlayer, it may be because you've opted out of BBC cookies. Check the How can I change my BBC cookie settings? page on the Using the BBC website to make sure your BBC cookies are switched on and to find out more about how we use cookies across the BBC website.