Forgot your BBC iPlayer password? Learn how to quickly recover or reset your BBC account password to complete activation at BBC.com/TVCode and start streaming your favorite shows without delay.
If you forgot your BBC account password while trying to activate BBC iPlayer with your TV code, don’t worry! You can reset it easily in just a few steps.
Go to the BBC password reset page.
Enter the email address you used to create your BBC account.
Check your email inbox for a password reset link from BBC.
Click the link and create a new password that’s strong and easy to remember.
Once reset, go back to bbc.com/tvcode and sign in with your new password to finish activating your device.
Remember to keep your password safe, and if you face any trouble, BBC’s support page can help you further.
Check your spam or junk folder. Also, make sure you entered the correct email address linked to your BBC account.
No, you need access to your registered email to reset your password for security reasons.
Usually, you get the reset email instantly, but it can take a few minutes depending on your email service.
No, resetting your password won’t affect your device activation. Just log in with the new password at bbc.com/tvcode.
Yes, your BBC account password is the same across all devices linked to your account.