BBC iPlayer Downloads
BBC iPlayer Downloads was an official desktop application from the BBC that allowed Mac and PC users to download TV and radio programmes from BBC iPlayer for offline viewing. The app provided a way to save BBC content locally on computers, which was particularly useful for users with limited internet connectivity or those wanting to watch shows while traveling. It complemented the main BBC iPlayer streaming service by offering downloadable content that could be watched without an internet connection.
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1 suggestionBBC iPlayer Downloads has been officially discontinued by the BBC as of March 2024. The app is no longer available for download and existing installations will no longer function. The BBC has ended offline downloads for Mac and PC entirely, focusing only on mobile downloads through their iOS and Android apps. For users who still need to download BBC content on Mac, the open-source get_iplayer utility is the primary alternative available. This command-line tool can download programmes from BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds, though it requires technical knowledge to use and may have limitations compared to the official app.
Native version · Reported by in the community.
This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
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