Why Is ITV2 Not Working? Know The Reasons And Channels For ITV2 Plus 1

Why Is ITV2 Not Working?

ITV2 may not be working due to technical issues on the ITV website or app, or regional restrictions that affect availability based on your location. Checking for updates or trying to access it from a different device or network can often resolve these issues.

Viewers in Scotland:

• Shows on the main ITV channel are not available to viewers in Scotland. Instead, viewers are directed to STV to watch similar content.

Watching on Mobile or TV:

• Shows from ITV2, ITV3, ITVBe, and ITV4 should be available.
• Shows from the main ITV channel are restricted due to broadcasting and rights regulations.

Check Your Location:

• If you are experiencing this issue and are not in Scotland, ensure you have entered your postcode correctly.
• Update your location by going to 'Settings', selecting 'Location', and then 'Update location'.

ITV2 Live Stream

ITV2 offers a live stream of its programming through various platforms including its website and mobile app, allowing viewers to watch shows as they air. Accessing the live stream typically requires selecting the "Live" section on the ITV2 website or app for immediate viewing.

Website:

• Go to the ITVX website and click 'Live' in the navigation bar or select a channel from the homepage.

Mobile Devices:

• iOS and Android: Open the ITVX app and go to the 'Live' section. Swipe to scroll through the channels.

Connected TVs:

• Available on Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, Freesat, LG Smart TVs, Now/Roku streaming players, Samsung Smart TVs (2017 and newer), PlayStation (PS4 and PS5), Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream puck, Virgin Media (TV360 and Stream), Xbox One/S/X and Xbox Series X/S. Some Freeview models also support live TV on ITVX.

Available Channels:

• Stream ITV1, ITV2, ITVBe, ITV3, and ITV4.
• Curated channels show a selection of ITV's best content.

Live Events:

• You can watch live events, but some may not be available on all devices.

Content Rights:

• Sometimes, a show might only have television rights, not online rights. If this happens, you'll get a message saying the programme is unavailable. This is not a technical fault.

What Channel is ITV2 Plus 1?

• Freeview: Channel 28
• Sky: Channel 218
• Virgin Media: Channel 116
• Freesat: Channel 114

ITV2+1 shows the same programs as ITV2, but one hour later. Perfect if you're running late!

ITV2

ITV2 is a British free-to-air television channel owned by ITV Digital Channels, a division of ITV plc. Launched on 7 December 1998, it primarily targets viewers aged 15/18-34, similar to BBC Three, E4, and Sky Max.

The channel is known for airing popular American programs like Family Guy, American Dad!, and Bob's Burgers, as well as repeats of ITV's soap operas and entertainment shows such as Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Family Fortunes, and Catchphrase.

ITV2 also features original comedy series like Celebrity Juice and Plebs, and reality shows like Big Brother and Love Island. The channel includes a 60-second entertainment news bulletin called FYI Daily, which airs between films. Previously holding the largest audience share after the five main analogue channels, a title now claimed by its sister channel ITV3, ITV2 remains widely available to most households.