Why can I share Freeview HD programmes with my friends online?
The BBC only has limited distribution rights for many of the programmes we broadcast and we take measures to stop unauthorised sharing of programmes in order to protect the rights of programme contributors and other rights holders. Freeview HD recorders include software that prevents copyrighted material from being shared illegally online . This is sometimes called digital rights management (DRM), copy protection or content management. • You can read Ofcom’s statement here. • You’ll find more information about Freeview HD content management here.
