BBC iPlayer now requires users to register and sign in

BBC iPlayer has started forcing people to sign in, in order to use the catch-up service. The corporation announced the move was coming last month, has now started putting its plans into action. Previously, iPlayer users were being notified by a pop-up message reading, "You'll soon need to sign in to watch. And we'll keep you signed in." Options to sign in and register appeared alongside that note, but users could also skip the process by clicking "I'll do it later". The option to skip has now vanished, meaning you'll be locked out of the BBC's online service unless you enter your details.