# Freeview

> Live TV, On Demand & TV Guide

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/uk.co.freeview.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/uk.co.freeview.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `uk.co.freeview.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Everyone TV
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 2,764,299
- **Rating:** 2.80 / 5 (7,958 ratings)
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-16
- **First published:** 2025-12-16
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.freeview.android)
- **Website:** [http://www.freeview.co.uk/](http://www.freeview.co.uk/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.freeview.co.uk/privacy-notice](https://www.freeview.co.uk/privacy-notice)

## Description

Freeview brings your favorite TV shows right to your mobile device for free. Stream live TV or catch up on demand with access to a wide range of content from popular platforms including BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4, My5, and U—all consolidated in one easy-to-use app. 

Stay in the loop using the integrated TV guide to browse current and upcoming programs, set reminders, and never miss a show. Please note, to fully enjoy Freeview's features, you’ll need to have the respective apps from broadcasters installed on your device. Content availability may vary. By installing Freeview, you also agree to their respective terms and privacy policies outlined on their website.

## Rankings

- #36,539 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise Freeview for an easy-to-use interface and a helpful Freeview guide with current/future channels and program details. Repeated concerns center on navigation faults where the back button exits the app, reliability issues with features crashing, reliance on external apps to view content, and occasional channel/listing inconsistencies after updates.

### Pros

- Easy to use and intuitive navigation.
- Useful Freeview guide with up-to-date channel listings and planning.
- Covers current and future Freeview channels.
- Programme tiles and clips provide extra information about shows.

### Cons

- Back button/gesture exits or minimizes the app instead of returning to the previous screen.
- Listings and features can be unreliable—some features stop working or crash.
- Requires opening external apps to watch channels; no integrated playback.
- Channel availability can be limited or inconsistent (e.g., some channels missing after updates).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/uk.co.freeview.android)