Stay up-to-date with reliable news from the UK and around the world using the official BBC News app. This app brings you the latest live news, sourced from our extensive network of journalists, ensuring you receive information you can trust.
Download the BBC News app to access top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and personalized news topics tailored to your interests. Our coverage spans a wide range of categories including UK News, Health, Lifestyle, Culture, Business, Technology, and Science and Environment, all easily accessible within the My News tab.
Key Features of the BBC News App:
- News, Features & Analysis: Enjoy headlines, in-depth analysis, and exclusive features crafted by our trusted journalists.
- Breaking News and Top Stories: Stay on top of breaking news and top stories as they unfold.
- Live News and Developing Stories: Follow live updates on developing stories 24/7 and watch the BBC News channel live stream.
- Local News and Weather: Enter your UK postcode in your BBC account to view local news and weather updates relevant to your area.
- Alerts for Top Stories: Opt-in for push notifications to receive instant alerts on top stories directly to your device.
- Follow News That Matters to You with My News: Personalize your news feed with the My News feature, which compiles topics and stories that interest you most, accessible in the My News tab.
Push Notifications and Data Privacy:
If you choose to enable push notifications, a unique device identifier will be stored by Airship on behalf of the BBC. No other personal data, such as your username or email, will be processed. You can opt-out of these notifications anytime via your device's 'Notifications' screen.
For attribution and analysis, our data processor AppsFlyer collects information including your device type, IP address, download time, and referral sources. This data, combined with your BBC account data, helps us enhance the BBC News service. You can opt out of AppsFlyer tracking by completing their 'Forget My Device' form at https://www.appsflyer.com/optout.
The BBC News app also employs technologies similar to cookies to monitor audience behavior, which aids in improving the app. You can disable this feature using the Send App Statistics toggle in the app's Settings screen.
For detailed information on how we use your data, please review the BBC News App Privacy Notice. The BBC is committed to keeping your information secure and will not share it with third parties, as outlined in our Privacy Policy. For further insight into how the BBC processes your personal data, visit our Privacy and Cookies Policy.
By installing this app, you agree to the BBC Terms of Use.
What's New in Version 8.7.0.22452
Updated on October 8, 2024
This version introduces enhancements to navigation between articles, along with minor bug fixes to improve your overall experience.
