Terms and conditions for Plusnet residential services (Archive)
Terms and conditions for all the services we provide to residential customers.
If you are in a fixed price contract minimum term, these Terms and conditions for Plusnet residential services will apply to you. Once your minimum term ends, the below terms and conditions will apply from the end of your minimum term.
For all other customers, the below terms and conditions will apply to you.
We've made a promise to be a straight talking provider and avoid annoying legal jargon. We appreciate that these legal bits are boring, and that you want to be using our great services as soon as possible, so we've provided a handy summary of our terms.
Summary
In the same way as you won't understand a book from reading just the contents page this summary doesn't set out all our terms, so we'd really like you to read them all. If you find this handy summary says one thing and the terms another, what the terms say is what we've agreed upon.
1. What we provide
We provide the service(s) that you have asked us to provide.
All our services are subject to our Standard Terms and the Price Guide. Package Terms may also apply if you take more than one of the above services.
In addition, each service has its own set of Service Terms:
- Plusnet Broadband and Fibre
- Plusnet Phone
- YouView TV from Plusnet
- BT Sport App from Plusnet
- BT Sport from Plusnet on the Sky Digital Satellite Platform
- Plusnet SafeGuard
- Plusnet Protect
If you're taking one of our great offers then the relevant Offer Terms will also apply. Details of these will be provided before you receive the service(s).
So to sum up: the Standard Terms (for everyone) + Service Terms (for each service you're taking) + Package Terms (if you take more than one service) + Offer Terms (where applicable) + Price Guide = your very own Terms & Conditions from Plusnet.
Please note that references to paragraphs in this summary are to the paragraphs in the Standard Terms unless otherwise stated.
2. Payment
Sorry but we can't provide our services for free. Unless any Offer Terms apply what we'll charge you is set out in the Price Guide.
Subject to the below paragraph, from 2021, we will increase the price of broadband, line rental, call plans and call charges by a percentage comprising of i) the annual percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate of inflation plus ii) 3.9%. We will do this so the price increase takes effect on or after 1st June 2021 and then on or after 1st March each year from March 2022.
If you were previously on a fixed price contract, from the end of your minimum term your broadband and/or line rental monthly price will increase to the out of contract price set out in our Price Guide at that time. Also, the price of broadband, line rental, call plans and call charges will be subject to the price rises detailed in the above paragraph from the end of your minimum term.
From 2021, we will increase the price of any BT Sport service (where that BT Sport service was signed up to on or after 9th December 2020) by a percentage comprising of i) the annual percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate of inflation plus ii) 3.9%. We will do this so the price increase takes effect on or after 1st June 2021 and then on or after 1st March each year from March 2022.
Our CPI Plus 3.9% Guide has more information and an example of how it'll work. We may change the price of broadband, line rental, call plans, call charges and/or BT Sport and any other charges at any time. Read paragraph 18 of our Standard Terms for more information.
Paragraphs 5 and 6 of our Standard Terms provide more details on payment.
3. Cancellation period
If you change your mind about our services within 14 days of signing up you can, in most cases, cancel our agreement. You'll only have to pay for the services you have used and return any equipment. Paragraph 9 of our Standard Terms sets out the details on how to do this. Please note this doesn't apply to Plusnet Protect, BT Sport over Sky or our YouView TV from Plusnet channel packs.
4. Leaving us (or us leaving you)
We don't want you to leave, but paragraph 15 of our Standard Terms sets out how you can do this if you really want to.
If you don't cancel within the 14 day cancellation period, but want to leave in your minimum term, then early termination charges may apply.
We don't normally do this but we may have to stop or suspend providing your services as set out in paragraph 16 of our Standard Terms.
5. Your responsibility to us
We want you to roam the Internet freely and enjoy our services. To ensure our services operate within the law we do need you to follow certain rules when using our services as set out in paragraph 2 of our Standard Terms and the relevant provisions of the Service Terms.
6. Our responsibility to you
We take responsibility for providing you with quality services and equipment. However, there are certain circumstances in which this responsibility to you is limited or excluded as set out in paragraph 12 of our Standard Terms and the relevant provisions of the Service Terms. These are important paragraphs and we really recommend you read them in full.
7. Changes we can make
We know you don't want to read them again but we'll sometimes need to change these terms, the services or our prices. We'll normally let you know when we do this (see paragraph 18 of our Standard Terms). If the change is materially disadvantageous to you then you may be able to end our agreement without charge.
8. Your information
We take how we use your information very seriously. Details on the information we collect to provide our services and how we use it are set out in our Privacy Policy.
Other useful documents
We've tried to keep these terms as short as possible, but equally we don't want to keep you in the dark as to how we'll provide you with our services. We've produced the following guides and policies that may help if your queries aren't covered by these terms:
- Cancellation Policy
- Credit Threshold and Top-ups Guide
- Home and Office Moves Guide
- Code of Practice
- Complaints Code of Practice
- Billing Guide
Although we'll follow these guides and policies in most cases we ask you to appreciate the world is an ever changing beast so we might not always be able to meet the standards in these guides and policies and, unlike the terms, these guides and policies aren't part of our agreement.
The Full Monty
Our full terms and conditions are set out below, and are made up of different sections.
The Standard Terms apply to everyone and then each service has its own set of Service Terms, so you can just look at the ones that are relevant to you.
If you take more than one service, the Package Terms may also apply. If you're taking one of our great offers, some extra Offer Terms will apply (as our offers change we'll tell you about these separately).
1. What we provide
1.1. We'll provide you with your chosen service, content and any equipment we agree to provide. The Price Guide and following terms shall apply:
1.1.1. these Standard Terms;
1.1.2. the relevant Service Terms; and
1.1.3. any Offer Terms (if applicable when you signed up).
1.2. Where you take more than one service the Package Terms may also apply.
2.1. You must:
2.1.1. provide access to your property or a neighbouring property where this is necessary for us to provide the services;
2.1.2. look after any equipment we provide (for example replacing batteries and ensuring it doesn't get eaten by the dog);
2.1.3. use the services for personal use in the UK (so don't use the services to run your own business, but a couple of work emails or occasional home working are okay) and in accordance with our Acceptable Use Policy;
2.1.4. not copy, change or publish any material we produced or own (normally marked with a ©) or use it for any business purpose;
2.1.5. only connect safe equipment to our network that won't harm it or our other customers' equipment;
2.1.6. keep all passwords secure and confidential, and not make them available to other people; and
2.1.7. agree that we have the right to modify any digital content we provide (for example to update the software in your router). Modifications will be of the same quality and description.
3. Our provision of the services
3.1. To protect our network and to provide a quality service, we may have to restrict your use of our services or equipment where:
3.1.1. it may have a harmful effect on the experience of other users (for instance if you're sending spam messages or hosting a commercial website);
3.1.2. your equipment has been infected by computer viruses; or
3.1.3. it's necessary to stop the spread of any virus within either your equipment or our network.
3.2. To make changes to technical specifications we may have to interrupt the service(s) but we'll restore it as quickly as we can.
4. When our agreement, the service and the minimum term starts
4.1. Our agreement starts when we accept your order (normally by sending you an email).
4.2. The relevant Service Terms, Package Terms or Offer Terms set out when the service and any minimum term commences. We'll let you know the length of your minimum term when you sign up and/or we accept your order.
5.1. For most of our services we'll charge you a standard monthly fee (what we call a subscription charge). In some cases additional fees linked to how much you use the service, such as the number of calls you make (what we call usage charges) also apply. You'll also have to pay any additional charges detailed in these terms, the relevant Offer Terms or the Price Guide that may become due.
5.2. We'll normally bill you monthly in advance for any subscription charges. For usage charges we'll try to bill you at the end of the month in which you used the relevant service (but sometimes there may be a delay from the point you used the service before we add usage charges to your bill).
5.3. We won't charge you for the period after you've signed-up but before you're service is up and running (but we may take payment for your first month's service when you sign up with us, in advance of your service being up and running).
5.4. You may see your bills within your online account and we'll email you when a new bill is available to view. You must pay the bill as soon as you receive the email that your bill is available. Payment must be made by Direct Debit or debit or credit card (with the exception of American Express and corporate cards), unless we advise you otherwise.
5.5. As our services are only for personal use in the UK, we do not provide VAT invoices.
6.1. If you don't pay your bill, we'll remind you (for example by calling or interrupting your broadband service). If we still don't receive payment we may:
6.1.1. add a late payment charge as set out in the Price Guide to your bill (but normally only if we don't receive payment within 10 days of our reminder);
6.1.2. suspend providing the service or end our agreement. We normally won't do this until 14 days after your bill was available to view (please note paragraph 16.3 may apply); or
6.1.3. as a last resort, ask a debt-collection agency to collect the payment on our behalf. If we do, you'll also have to pay the reasonable costs we have to pay the agency, which the agency will add to your debt on our behalf.
6.2. For further details on steps we might take under paragraph 6.1, see our Billing Guide.
6.3. If any payment method fails we may add a failed payment charge as set out in the Price Guide to your next bill.
6.4. The charges set out in this paragraph 6 are not subject to VAT.
6.5. For further details on our failed payment process see Failed Payments
7. Credit threshold
7.1. We set a credit threshold on your usage charges.
7.2. We'll only calculate your usage charges every 24 hours, so you may go over your credit threshold due to your usage in this 24 hour period and you'll still have to pay for all usage charges incurred in this period. See our Credit Threshold and Top-ups Guide for more information.
8.1. We'll agree an estimated appointment date for engineer visits and will contact you a minimum of two working days in advance if this changes. You can change or cancel any appointment date but you must give us at least two working days' notice.
8.2. We may charge you, as set out in the Price Guide, for any engineer visit if:
8.2.1. you provide an incorrect address;
8.2.2. entry is refused to the premises, or access cannot be gained by the engineer;
8.2.3. we agreed with you that the premises had to meet certain requirements so we could carry out the work, and it doesn't meet these requirements;
8.2.4. you report a fault, an engineer attends your premises and discovers the fault was not due to our services or equipment or, the reported fault was not present;
8.2.5. there is no responsible adult present who is authorised by you to make decisions or answer questions necessary to fix the faults;
8.2.6. when you cancel a request for an engineering visit later than two working days' before the appointment date;
8.2.7. if we could have fixed the issue without sending an engineer if you'd had the ability to connect to the router with wired (Ethernet) connection; or
8.2.8. an engineer arrives at the premises to carry out the work you requested, but you no longer wish the work to be carried out.
9.1. Unless our Service Terms say otherwise, we provide you with a 14 calendar day cancellation period which starts:
9.1.1. for services, on the day after we accepted your order; or
9.1.2. for any equipment, on the day after we delivered it.
9.2. If you cancel any services within this cancellation period you must:
9.2.1. pay for any services received up to the date that you told us you wanted to cancel;
9.2.2. pay any installation, connection or activation charges associated with that service (including the full cost of charges that were discounted or advertised as free as a condition of taking services on the terms that you agreed); and
9.2.3. return any equipment we have provided as set out in paragraph 9.5 below.
9.3. If you just ordered equipment and cancel within the cancellation period, paragraph 9.2 ;doesn't apply but you must return any equipment to us as set out in paragraph 9.5 below.
9.4. If the service you signed-up for is a product change, a re-contract or add-on, upon cancelling the service we may move you back to your previous agreement if your previous product remains available, or the closest matching service.
9.5. Where you cancel as set out in paragraphs 9.2 and 9.3 above and are required to return any equipment to us:
9.5.1. you must return the equipment to us (undamaged and in its original packaging) within 14 days of telling us you want to cancel, at your own cost; and
9.5.2. we'll refund anything you have paid for the equipment less an appropriate amount (up to the full value of the refund) where the equipment is damaged or has been used more than necessary to check it.
9.6. If you don't return the equipment within 14 days of cancelling you'll have to pay the full price of the equipment. If you subsequently return the equipment to us, we'll waive or return what you have been charged for the equipment.
9.7. Where you give notice to cancel within 48 hours of your service(s) activating, we are unable to stop the order for your service(s) progressing, and so will not be able to cancel your service(s) until they are activated. You will have to pay for any installation and/ or activation charges incurred.
9.8 These rights are in addition to any other legal rights you may have to cancel our agreement.
10. Returning faulty equipment
10.1. You must return any item of equipment that either:
10.1.1. you report to us as faulty;
10.1.2. we tell you is faulty; or
10.1.3. requires replacement for technical reasons.
10.2. Even if we replace equipment before you return it, you must still return the item (we'll provide a returns bag so you can do this free of charge). If you return any equipment because you believe it to be faulty, we may test it and if it's working, we may send it back to you and charge you our costs for testing and postage.
10.3. If within 30 days of us replacing equipment you have not returned the faulty equipment, we may either:
10.3.1. suspend or restrict access to any service that we provide to you until the relevant equipment is returned; or
10.3.2. seek to recover our costs in respect of that equipment from you.
10.4. All our equipment will conform to the terms of our agreement, be as described and work for a reasonable period of time if you look after it.
11. Your equipment
11.1. We'll use reasonable care to stop any digital content we provide damaging your equipment or causing a loss of your data or content, but we can't be responsible for any such damage:
11.1.1. where you don't follow our instructions when using, downloading or installing the digital content;
11.1.2. where you don't use the digital content as we told you to;
11.1.3. due to configurations on your device or potential compatibility issues which we couldn't expect to know about;
11.1.4. due to the nature of the Internet and you failing to have protection against viruses;
11.1.5. due to defects in third party content or acts we couldn't be reasonably be aware of; or
11.1.6. due to things outside our reasonable control.
11.2. If we are responsible for such damage, any compensation will be limited to the cost of replacing the device.
12.1. If something goes wrong we'll always look to put things right but, except as set out in paragraph 12.3, we'll never be responsible for:
12.1.1. financial loss;
12.1.2. information that is lost or corrupted (unless this is due to digital content we provide);
12.1.3. losses that you may suffer if you have used the service or equipment we provide for business purposes (for example due to not being able to carrying out remote working or being able to run a home business);
12.1.4. any loss that was not foreseeable to you or us when we entered into our agreement
12.1.5. losses caused by your breach of our agreement
12.1.6 any loss incurred where, through no fault on our part, we are unable to carry out any necessary work on your premises (for example where we can't gain access to your premises, agree an appointment date or obtain all assistance or information that we require from you); or
12.1.7. any loss incurred where the failure is due to matters beyond our reasonable control.
12.2. Except as set out in paragraph 12.3, we'll not pay you more than £10,000 in compensation in any 12 month period.
12.3. Nothing in paragraphs 12.1 or 12.2 limits our responsibilities relating to:
12.3.1. equipment or digital content (which we are responsible for providing) which is not of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose, has been described wrongly or installed incorrectly;
12.3.2. services which have not been provided with reasonable skill and care;
12.3.3. injury or death as a result of our negligence;
12.3.4. not delivering equipment within agreed time periods; or
12.3.5. our fraud or due to us deliberately breaching our agreement.
13. Ofcom
13.1. We will comply with all relevant Ofcom General Conditions and Voluntary Codes of Practice where we are a signatory to that particular code.
14.1. We want to resolve any complaints you might have. How we'll do this is set out in our Code of Practice and Complaints Code of Practice.
15. Your right to end our agreement
15.1. If you want to end our agreement, unless you're inside the cancellation period set out in paragraph 9, you'll need to give us 14 days' notice. We'll continue to provide the services and you'll need to pay for all charges during this period.
15.2. If someone else requests that we end our agreement (for example a provider you're transferring to) we'll accept that notice but will email you, asking you to confirm that this is what you want. If we don't hear from you within 10 working days we'll stop providing your service.
15.3. If you cancel your Direct Debit without contacting us to arrange payment by alternative means, we may assume you want to end our agreement.
15.4. If you choose to end our agreement for any service within the minimum term (except where you're inside the cancellation period set out at paragraph 9 or we make a change to your material disadvantage as set out at paragraph 18 (other than where we make a change as set out in paragraph 18.1.5 or paragraphs 18.3 to 18.5)) you'll have to pay an early termination charge as set out in the Price Guide. Other charges may be due as set in the Price Guide and/or the relevant Service Terms.
16. Our right to suspend your service or end our agreement
16.1. We can suspend or stop providing our services and/or end our agreement where:
16.1.1. our ability to continue to provide the service to you is materially and adversely affected because: (i) any of our telecommunications carrier(s) or supplier(s) ceases to provide services to us; or (ii) any authorisation required by us ends or is changed;
16.1.2. we reasonably believe that the service is being used, or is intended to be used in a way that does not comply with paragraph 2, 5 or 9.5 of these Standard Terms;
16.1.3. we reasonably believe you have provided us with false or misleading details about yourself;
16.1.4. we tell you that your use of the service is causing problems for other users, and you carry on using the service in the same way;
16.1.5. we reasonably believe that you have used the service or the equipment for illegal purposes;
16.1.6. we receive a serious complaint about your use of the service which we believe to be genuine (for example you're using any service in breach of our Acceptable Use Policy)
16.1.7. in the event of your bankruptcy or death;
16.1.8. we are required to by the emergency services or other government authority;
16.1.9. you repeatedly request your bank to chargeback payments that you're not disputing; or
16.1.10. we are no longer providing the service to customers.
16.2. We'll normally give you 14 days' prior notice before suspending or stopping providing our services (and/or ending our agreement) and work to resolve any issues with you. However, we may not do this if there is a real risk of loss or harm to us or our other customers (for example, where there is a reasonable suspicion of fraud or other abuse).
16.3. If we suspended the services we may charge a line restriction fee as set out in the Price Guide.
16.4 We can terminate our services and/or end our agreement at any time by giving you 28 days' notice.
16.5. Unless the reason we end our agreement is because we are we are no longer providing the service to customers as set out in paragraph 16.1.10 and you're within the minimum term you'll have to pay an early termination charge as set out in the Price Guide.
17.1. If either of us end our agreement:
17.1.1. if you have paid any charges in advance we'll refund you for any services not used, but we'll first take off any money you owe us under our agreement(s). For security or compliance reasons we may not hold your payment details after our agreement has ended so you agree that we may make these refunds by cheque; and
17.1.2. any features or services that are provided for free with or as part of the service(s) will end on the same day as our agreement ends. You may continue to keep certain features or services if you agree to pay any relevant charges set out in the Price Guide or as otherwise agreed with us.
18. Changing these terms, prices or our services
18.1. We may change the price, or other charges, the service or the terms of our agreement:
18.1.1. if we materially change the service, or introduce new services, features or benefits (for example if we increase the maximum upload speed for your broadband service or add new TV channels);
18.1.2. if we change the way we structure our services and the price we charge for those services;
18.1.3. if the cost to us of providing your services, or running our business increases (for example if the businesses we buy services or products from increase their prices);
18.1.4. to reflect changes in technology (for example if we develop new systems which provide you with a better service);
18.1.5. if there is a change in the law, regulation or regulatory guidance applicable to us (for example if there is a VAT increase);
18.1.6. to make the terms of our agreement clearer or easier to understand; or
18.1.7. due to any other change in circumstances in the future, that we can't predict, which means a change is necessary.
18.2. Your prices will automatically increase as set out in paragraphs 18.3 to 18.5.
18.3. Subject to paragraph 18.6, from 2021, a percentage price increase will be applied to the price of broadband, line rental, call plans and call charges. This price increase will be applied on or after 1st June 2021 and then on or after 1st March each year from March 2022, and will be calculated as set out below:-
18.3.1. the price increase on or after 1st June 2021, will be equal to a percentage comprising of i) the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate figure published by the Office for National Statistics in April of that year (ignoring any negative figure) plus ii) 3.9%, and rounded up to the nearest whole pence. If the CPI figure is negative, the price increase will only be 3.9%; and
18.3.2. the price increase on or after 1st March each year from March 2022, will be equal to a percentage comprising of i) the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate figure published by the Office for National Statistics in January of that year (ignoring any negative figure) plus ii) 3.9%, and rounded up to the nearest whole pence. If the CPI figure is negative, the price increase will only be 3.9%.
18.4 From 2021, a percentage price increase will be applied to the price of any BT Sport service where that BT Sport service was signed up to on or after 9th December 2020. This price increase will be applied on or after 1st June 2021 and then on or after 1st March each year from March 2022, and will be calculated as set out below:-
18.4.1 the price increase on or after 1st June 2021, will be equal to a percentage comprising of i) the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate figure published by the Office for National Statistics in April of that year (ignoring any negative figure) plus ii) 3.9%, and rounded up to the nearest whole pence. If the CPI figure is negative, the price increase will only be 3.9%; and
18.4.2 the price increase on or after 1st March each year from March 2022, will be equal to a percentage comprising of i) the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate figure published by the Office for National Statistics in January of that year (ignoring any negative figure) plus ii) 3.9%, and rounded up to the nearest whole pence. If the CPI figure is negative, the price increase will only be 3.9%.
18.5. Where you purchase more than one service from us and these are subject to the price increases set out in paragraphs 18.3 and 18.4, the amount of the increase is calculated on each service separately. If you receive a discount on your price, the price increase set out in paragraphs 18.3 and 18.4 will be applied to the discounted price.
18.6 If you were previously on a fixed price contract, from the end of your minimum term your broadband and /or line rental monthly price will increase to the out of contract price set out in our Price Guide at that time. From the end of your minimum term, paragraph 18.3 will also apply.
18.7. If we make changes we'll tell you at least 30 days in advance by email or post of the changes happening, except where:
18.7.1. we change your price as set out in paragraph 18.3 to 18.5; or
18.7.2. the change is for legal or regulatory reasons as set out in paragraphs 18.1.5; or
18.7.3. it's a change that does not cause you any material disadvantage, but we'll still let you know about the change (for example by updating this page, or publishing details on our website).
18.8. Other than where we make a change as set out in paragraph 18.1.5 or paragraphs 18.3 to 18.5, if any change is to your material disadvantage you may end our agreement for any affected service by giving us notice of your intention to leave within 30 days' of our notice. If you do so, then:
18.8.1. you won't have to pay any increased price or charge for your service during the notice period;
18.8.2. even if our agreement has a minimum term you may end our agreement for any affected service without paying any early termination charges; and
18.8.3. we'll also end our agreement for any other service(s) that cannot be provided without the service you have chosen to end (and you won't have to pay early termination charges for the other service(s)).
19. Other things we need to tell you
19.1. Dealing with this agreement: You accept that our agreement is just between you and us, no one else can enforce it and you can transfer it only with our consent. However, we may take instructions from a person acting with your permission. We can transfer our agreement to another company provided this does not adversely affect your rights under the agreement.
19.2. Communicating with us: If you wish to give us notice, you must do so by either:
19.2.1. phoning our customer service team; or
19.2.2. writing to Plusnet Plc, Endeavour, Sheffield Digital Campus, 1a Concourse Way, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S1 2BJ.
19.3. Communicating with you: We'll give notice to you via our website, by email or by post to the address where we provide the service. It's your responsibility to ensure we have an up to date email address. Any notice given via a website update or by email shall be deemed to be received on the day of transmission. Postal notices will be deemed to be received two working days after being sent.
19.4. Unenforceable terms: Each of the paragraphs and sub-paragraphs of our agreement operate separately. If any court or relevant authority decides that any of them are unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining paragraphs and sub-paragraphs will remain in full force and effect.
19.5. Delays: If we delay in taking any steps under our agreement against you in respect of you breaking our agreement, that doesn't prevent us taking steps against you at a later date.
19.6. After our agreement: Paragraphs 6 (If you fail to pay), 9 Cancellation period), 12 (Our responsibility to you), 14 (Complaints), 17 (After the agreement ends) and 19(Other things we need to tell you) apply even if our agreement has ended.
19.7. Laws and courts that apply: English law applies to our agreement and claims between us will be brought in the English courts (unless you're a resident of Northern Ireland or Scotland when you may also bring proceedings in the appropriate local courts).
1. When these terms apply
1.1. Our broadband service is at the heart of everything we provide (what we call our core service) but we provide other services such as TV to allow you to enjoy and use the core service to its full potential (we call these our additional services).
1.2. As some of our additional services are:
1.2.1. dependent on the core service and you agreeing to a new minimum term for the core service to receive the additional service; or
1.2.2. provided for a single monthly charge covering both the additional and core services (usually at a discount compared to the total price of the same services taken individually), we provide them under one agreement, subject to these terms as a package (what we call a package contract).
1.3. Not all services can be taken as part of a package. Any other services we provide that are not part of your package will be provided under a separate agreement and are subject to the relevant Service Terms, the Standard Terms, any Offer Terms and the Price Guide (we call these add-ons).
2. What other terms apply
2.1. The relevant Service Terms for services you take will still apply, as do the Standard Terms, any Offer Terms and the Price Guide.
3. Your package
3.1. These terms shall apply to set out:
3.1.1. what packages we provide;
3.1.2. what services depend on you receiving another service from us; and
3.1.3. what will happen if you stop receiving one of the services that form part of your package.
3.2. The below table summarises how these requirements apply to our current packages but please read all these terms as well.
| Package | Core Service | Adding the Additional Service or Add-on | Consequences of Ending the Core Service | Consequences of ending the Additional Service | Consequences of Ending the Add-on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadband/Fibre (Core Service) + Line Rental (Additional Service) + Call Package (Add-on) | You need to take the Core Service from us to receive the Additional Service. The cost of the Core Service may be reduced based on you taking the Additional Service. We cannot provide the Add-on if you don't take the Additional Service from us. | If you take the Additional Service then you must take a new minimum term that applies to the Core Service and the Additional Service. You can change or add the Add-on at any time without entering to a new minimum term. | Early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide will apply. We'll continue to provide the Additional Service and Add-on on the same terms as before. | Early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide will apply. The price for the Core Service shall increase to our current price to receive the Core Service without taking the Additional Service. Note: you still need to pay line rental to another BT based landline provider to get our Core Service. | We'll continue to provide the Core Service and Additional Service on the same terms as before but calls will be charged at our standard rates as set out in the Price Guide |
| Fibre (Core Service) + Line Rental + YouView TV from Plusnet (Additional Service) + Channel Pack such as BT Sport (Add-on) | We cannot provide the Additional Service if you don't take the Core Service (which must be an unlimited fibre service) and Line Rental from us. We cannot provide the Add-on if you don't take the Additional Service from us. | To take the Additional Service you must take a new contract with a full minimum term that applies to the Core Service and Line Rental. You can add the Add-on at any time without entering to a new minimum term. | Early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide will apply. The Core Service, Additional Service and the Add-on will no longer be provided. Line Rental can still be provided | Early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide will apply. The price for the Core Service and/or Line Rental may change to our current price to receive the Core Service/Line Rental without taking the Additional Service or as otherwise agreed between us. We'll not be able to provide the Add-on. | We'll continue to provide the Core Service and Additional Service on the same terms as before. You must keep the Add-on for at least 30 days, thereafter you can cancel it without charge as set out in the YouView TV from Plusnet Terms. |
| Broadband/Fibre (Core Service) + BT Sport over Sky (Add-on) | We cannot provide the Add-on if you don't take the Core Service from us. | You can take the Add-on at any time without making any change to your Core Service terms or renewing the minimum term. | Early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide will apply. The Core Service and Add-on will no longer be provided. | n/a | You can cancel the Add-on without charge as set out in the BT Sport over Sky Terms. We'll continue to provide the Core Service. |
| Broadband/Fibre (Core Service) + Plusnet Protect or Plusnet SafeGuard (each an Add-on) | We cannot provide the Add-on if you don't take the Core Service from us. | You can take the Add-on at any time without making any change to your Core Service terms or renewing the minimum term. | Early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide will apply. The Core Service and Add-on will no longer be provided. | n/a | You must keep the Add-on for at least 30 days thereafter you can cancel it without charge as set out in the relevant Service Terms. We'll continue to provide the Core Service on the same terms as before. |
4. Eligibility
4.1. In addition to the eligibility criteria set out in the table at paragraph 3.2 or provided during sign up, all packages are subject to availability and we don't guarantee that all packages can be taken by all customers. We cannot provide residential packages or services where you take a business service from us or have a phone line with another provider that is classified for business use.
5. Our right to stop providing the package
5.1. If you don't comply with our agreement then we have the same rights as set out in paragraph 16 of the Standard Terms to suspend or terminate your whole package.
6. When the minimum term starts
6.1. The minimum term for your package starts from the date your first service is up and running.
6.2. We might not be able to provide all the services in your package at the same time, but we'll tell you when each service is up and running and you'll then be able to use that service straight away.
7. Cancellation period
7.1. You have a cancellation period to cancel the services or equipment in your package (see paragraph 9 of the Standard Terms).
8. Paying for your package
8.1. The monthly prices for the services in your package are detailed in the Price Guide. We won't charge you the total monthly package price until the day that all the services in your package are ready to use.
8.2. You'll be charged a pro rata amount for each service in your package that is ready to use from the date each service is up and running.
9. Changing your package
9.1. In addition to changes set out in the table at paragraph 3.2, if you:
9.1.1. upgrade any of the services in your package;
9.1.2. move to a new package as part of a promotion or special offer; and/or
9.1.3. request a new router or set top box,
you may have to start a new package contract covering all services with a new minimum term and with potentially different terms (for example the price you pay for each element of your package may vary).
9.2. If you ask us to remove services from your package, and your remaining services are unavailable as part of a package, you'll have to take each remaining service on a new standalone contract.
10. Moving home
10.1. If you move home, the moving home sections of the applicable Service Terms shall apply and if we can't provide all the services at your new address, the remaining services must be taken on a new package contract (with a new minimum term). If the remaining services can't be taken as a package, they must be taken on standalone contracts (with new minimum terms).
11. Ending your package contract
11.1. If you end your entire package contract during the minimum term you'll have to pay the early termination charges for the relevant services within your package, as set out in the Price Guide.
11.2. If you move any of your services to another provider but carry on taking other services in your package from us, we'll end your package contract. Where we can continue to provide remaining service we'll do so but you'll have to take the remaining services on a new package contract covering those services or if they cannot be taken as a package on new standalone contracts.
11.3. The consequences of terminating certain services within your package are summarised in the table at paragraph 3.2
These terms apply where you take either broadband or fibre broadband services (both of which we call the service unless we are referring to the fibre or broadband service specifically).
1. What we provide
1.1. We'll provide you with access to the Internet, helpdesk services, and any other equipment, applications and features as described at www.plus.net/broadband.
2. What you need
2.1. To get the services you need:
2.1.1. a working phone service that passes a minimum line speed test that we'll perform;
2.1.2. a compatible phone line (as we cannot provide our service if your phone provider uses their own network and, even if the provider uses BT's network like us, we may still not be able to provide the service for example if they have their own equipment in your local exchange);
2.1.3. some compatible equipment (for example a router). However, we'll normally provide this;
2.1.4. to be in a fibre enabled area (we can do a preliminary check if you provide your postcode to us) if you want to take our fibre broadband service; and
2.1.5. to be able to connect to our services via a wired (Ethernet) connection so we can help fix any faults you may have.
3. Installation
3.1. You may have to install some equipment at your home. This will normally involve following the user guides we provide to you.
3.2. A set up charge as set out in the Price Guide may apply and if you request an engineer to visit where it isn't necessary, we may also charge you for this as set out in the Price Guide.
3.3. If you take our fibre broadband service it may be necessary for an engineer to perform some installation works away from your home (for example at the green cabinet in the street) which may mean your phone line and existing broadband will be disconnected for a short period.
4. Quality of service
4.1. We aim to provide a continuous, high-quality service, but we can't be responsible for:
4.1.1. slow speeds due to external factors (except as set out in paragraph 5 of our Standard Terms);
4.1.2. loss of service due to circumstances beyond our control, where we've taken reasonable steps to prevent this; or
4.1.3. ensuring equipment we provide allows you to get a wireless signal everywhere within your home or delivers the speeds possible over a wired connection wirelessly.
4.2. So that your services are stable and operate efficiently, we may take action to manage the network's performance during periods where there is a high demand and prioritise particular types of Internet traffic (please see our About Broadband Traffic Prioritisation Guide for details).
5. Speed
5.1. If 10 days after your service is up and running you're always getting broadband speeds lower than the estimated speed range we provided when you signed up, we'll try to improve its speed.
5.2. If, after following our instructions to improve the your broadband speed, where:-
5.2.1 you signed up, changed your product or moved house since 1 March 2019, and your speed is still regularly lower that the "Minimum Guaranteed Speed" we provided to you; or
5.2.2 you signed up, changed your product or moved house between 29th May 2017 and 28 February 2019, and your line speed is still regularly lower than the last "Minimum Guaranteed Access Line Speed" provided to you; or
5.2.3 you signed up before 29th May 2017, and have not changed your product or moved house since then, or you last changed your product or moved house before 29th May 2017, and your speed is still significantly lower than the last estimated speed range we provided to you,
5.3. you'll be entitled to end our agreement for the service without paying early termination charges if the fault can't be resolved within at least 30 days. However, we'll not refund you for your use of our service during the period between the date we got you up and running and you ending our agreement.
5.4. This right is in addition to any other legal rights you may have.
6. When the service and the minimum term starts
6.1. It may take us a while to install or transfer your service, but we'll do this as soon as reasonably possible and we'll aim to keep you updated on when we estimate this will happen.
6.2. Your minimum term starts on the day your service is up and running or your transfer from another provider has completed (we'll normally send you an email to confirm this).
7. Cancellation period
7.1. The service benefits from the cancellation period as set out in paragraph 9 of our Standard Terms.
8. Changing your service
8.1. If you change from our fibre broadband service to our broadband service or vice versa, you'll need to agree to a new minimum term and pay any applicable set-up charges.
8.2. If you downgrade from our fibre broadband to our broadband service and are still within your minimum term, you'll have to pay early termination charges for ending your agreement with us for your fibre broadband service early.
8.3. You can change from one of our fibre broadband services to another, or you can change from one of our broadband services to another, at any time. We may apply a new minimum term or we might let you carry over any minimum term you've got left on your current agreement. We'll tell you at the time you agree to the change. Charges will be payable for the new service as set out in the Price Guide.
9. Moving home
9.1. If you want to move your broadband or fibre broadband service during your minimum term you may have to pay a home move fee as set out in the Price Guide or enter a new agreement with us with a new minimum term.
9.2. If you have fibre broadband, but we can't provide it at your new home, you can move to our broadband service without penalty.
9.3. If we can't provide any broadband service to your new home, you'll have to pay early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide.
9.4. Other home move charges (such as fees for installing a new line) may also apply as set out in the Price Guide.
10. Ending your agreement
10.1. If you choose to end our agreement within the minimum term (except where you're inside the cancellation period set out in paragraph 9 of the Standard Terms or we make a change to your material disadvantage as set out at paragraph 18 of the Standard Terms (other than where we make a change as set out in paragraph 18.1.5 or paragraphs 18.3 to 18.5)), you'll pay early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide.
These terms apply where you take home phone and cover line rental, call plans, call features, and Line Rental Saver.
1. What we provide
1.1. We'll provide you with:
1.1.1. the facility to make and/or receive phone calls. This includes the ability to contact the emergency services for free by dialling 999 or 112. When you call the emergency services, they may be able to see your approximate location;
1.1.2. any additional call features included with your order; and
1.1.3. an ex-directory phone number for the phone line we provide (you can change your directory status by contacting us).
1.2. We'll try to keep your old phone number but cannot guarantee this. We may also have to change the phone number we provide to you from time to time.
2. Your use of the service
2.1. If you take this service but don't pay us for calls (either via usage charges or by taking a call plan), or you use a third party to make calls for some or all of your calls over the line we provide, we may decide to:
2.1.1. charge you a higher fee for your use of the service;
2.1.2. end our agreement; and/or
2.1.3. disconnect all or any part of the service.
2.2. If you use any inclusive call plan for more than normal everyday use (for example for telemarketing) we may suspend or end our agreement immediately. In addition, we can on 30 days' notice remove your inclusive call plan.
3. What you need
3.1. To get the services you need:
3.1.1. a phone or similar equipment to use our services; and
3.1.2. to allow us to act on your behalf in all dealings with BT or any other third parties in connection with the service (some personal data and other relevant information may be passed to these parties).
4. Installation
4.1. We'll carry out standard installations of phone lines for the appropriate connection charge as out in the Price Guide. These connection charges do not cover extensive new construction works (such as external work). Also for work such as installing or moving a phone socket additional charges as set out in the Price Guide may be payable. However, we'll always aim to advise you of these charges before any work is undertaken.
5. Quality of the service
5.1. We aim to provide a continuous, high-quality service, but we can't be responsible for any loss of service or faults due to circumstances beyond our control, where we've taken reasonable steps to prevent this.
5.2. You're entitled to reasonable compensation if there's a delay or something goes wrong that's our fault. If you call us, we'll apply this compensation as a credit on your next bill.
6. When the service and the minimum term starts
6.1. It may take us a while to install or transfer of your phone line, but we'll do this as soon as reasonably possible and we'll aim to keep you updated on when we estimate this will happen.
6.2. Your minimum term starts on the day your service is up and running or your transfer from another provider has completed (we'll normally send you an email to confirm this).
7. Cancellation period
7.1. The service benefits from the cancellation period as set out in paragraph 9 of the Standard Terms.
8. Call plans and call features
8.1. If you want to change your call plan or call features you may request this at any time. For call features, the change will normally happen within 24 hours of the request. For call plans, the change will take effect on your next billing date. This won't affect your minimum term of the service. Charges for the new call plan or call features will be payable as set out in the Price Guide. Charges for call plans and call features are paid monthly in advance. As call features can be changed part way through a billing month, your bill following the change will include a pro-rata charge or refund to account for the change made during your previous billing month.
9. Line Rental Saver
9.1. If you paid in advance for line rental (what we call Line Rental Saver) this is non-refundable unless you cancel under paragraph 9 of the Standard Terms (in which case you'll get a full refund of your advance payment).
9.2. Line Rental Saver includes no calls as standard for customers who took a phone package on or after 8th May 2013 but for customers who took a phone package before 8th May 2013 and have not changed package, the Evenings and Weekends call plan is included as standard.
10. Moving home
10.1. If you only have your phone service with us, you can move your service during your minimum term without entering into a new agreement and a home move fee won't be payable. If you have other services (for example broadband) with us you'll have to pay the home moves fee or enter into a new agreement with a new minimum term for your phone service as well.
10.2. Other home move charges (such as a new line fee) may also apply as set out in the Price Guide.
11. Ending your agreement
11.1. If you choose to end our agreement within the minimum term (except where you're inside the cancellation period set out in paragraph 9 of the Standard Terms or we make a change to your material disadvantage as set out at paragraph 18 of the Standard Terms (other than where we make a change as set out in paragraph 18.1.5 or paragraphs 18.3 to 18.5)), you'll pay an early termination charge as set out in the Price Guide.
These terms apply where you take the YouView TV from Plusnet service, and cover any channel packs and the set top box you take as part of the service.
1. What we provide
1.1. We provide the service, the Entertainment and BT Sport Lite channel packs and a set top box (either the YouView+ box or the YouView box).
1.2. The current channels available are as described at www.plus.net/tv but this is subject to paragraphs 9 and 10.
1.3. Your set top box will allow you to:
1.3.1. view, pause and rewind Freeview TV, radio and the inclusive channel packs or other packs you have added to the service (but for some channel packs a further charge will be due). The YouView+ set top box also allows you to record this content; and
1.3.2. view on-demand content.
2. Channel packs
2.1. Channel packs (except the Entertainment and BT Sport Lite channel packs which are provided as standard) are provided under a separate contract to the YouView service. If you pay the relevant charges as set out in the Price Guide you may add further channel packs at any time.
2.2 These additional channel packs have to be kept for at least one month. After this initial one month period, if you tell us in advance you may remove channel packs on your next billing date and won't be charged for the following month. Any credit or debit will be detailed on your bill.
3. Your use of the service
3.1. Your use of the service may reduce your Plusnet fibre broadband line speed for other Internet based services.
3.2. You must only use the service and view content or recordings in your own home.
3.3.1. make unauthorised or unlawful recordings of any content provided via the service;
3.3.2. sell, copy, re-distribute or re-broadcast any content or recordings made using the set top box;
3.3.3. use the service to make money or for commercial purposes (for example by showing any content in pubs, shops or other commercial premises);
3.3.4. attempt to breach any security or content protection rules (including watermarks) relating to either the service, any device used for viewing the content or the content itself;
3.3.5. edit, tweak, adapt, modify or use the content in other things (for example in YouTube videos); or
3.3.6. access the content provided on more than one set top box on the same account.
3.4. Some content may not be suitable for viewing by persons of all ages. It's your responsibility to set up and maintain parental controls and to ensure that the content is suitable for those viewing it.
4. What you need
4.1. To get the service you need:
4.1.1. a set top box, and power and connection leads, which we'll provide;
4.1.2. fibre broadband with a line speed estimate of at least 15 Mbps;
4.1.3. to connect the set top box to your router, a suitable external TV aerial and your TV, and keep it connected whilst you're using the service (where your set top box is not close to your router you may need powerline adapters. We can provide these to you at an extra cost, as set out in the Price Guide);
4.1.4. to agree to and accept, the YouView service terms and conditions and the YouView privacy policy (this is because YouView are responsible for the method by which you access the service on your TV via the YouView user interface); and
4.1.5. anything else specified as being necessary on www.plus.net/tv.
5. Quality of service
5.1. We aim to provide a continuous, high-quality service, but we can't be responsible for a loss of service due to circumstances beyond our control, where we've taken reasonable steps to prevent this or for the loss of recorded content or a failure to record content where:
5.1.1. you have your set top box repaired by someone who isn't approved by us;
5.1.2. you continue to use an old set top box where we offered you a replacement;
5.1.3. you have failed to install necessary updates to the software within the set top box;
5.1.4. content is deleted following upgrades to the software on your set top box; or
5.1.5. content is deleted automatically to either free up space on your set top box or because the recordings have been on your set top box for a considerable period of time.
6. When the service and the minimum term starts
6.1. We'll get you up and running as soon as reasonably possible and your minimum term will start on the day you first plugged your set top box in or 10 days after the day you placed your order (whichever is sooner).
7. Cancellation period
7.1. The service (but not any extra channel packs you take) benefits from the cancellation period as set out in paragraph 9 of our Standard Terms.
8. Privacy
8.1. We may use details of any channel content you have previously viewed:
8.1.1. to recommend other content that we believe may be of interest to you. You'll have the ability to opt out of this feature at any time. If you opt out of personal recommendations, we may still recommend some content to you but these will be general recommendations to all our customers using the service and won't be based on your personal usage; or
8.1.2. to generate statistics to help us improve our service, understand what interests our viewers and to measure how effective our advertising is.
9.1. We aim to provide a wide range of content, but the nature of the service means we cannot guarantee the availability of any channel, programme or item of on-demand content, in particular:
9.1.1. the quality of the Freeview TV and radio, and the number of channels that you can receive depends on the signal you can get from your local TV transmitter, the quality of your TV aerial and the availability of Freeview in your area. We are not responsible if you cannot receive any Freeview TV and radio for these reasons, for other changes to the Freeview TV and radio service or for the continued broadcast of these channels;
9.1.2. on-demand content is not provided by us as part of the service and is subject to the on-demand provider's own terms and conditions;
9.1.3. although we take precautions, we can't ensure the accuracy or completeness of the interactive content or the electronic programme guide; and
9.1.4. we may have to replace or withdraw any programmes available as part of a channel pack. We'll do this as set out in paragraph 10.
9.2. BT Sport Lite channel packs don't include access to any online content made available by BT via the BT Sport website at www.btsport.com, or on smartphones or tablets via the BT Sport App. These facilities don't form part of the BT Sport channel packs and/or the service. BT Sport Extra channels are available in SD only.
BT Sport channel packs does include access to any online content made available by BT via the BT Sport website at www.btsport.com, or on smartphones or tablets via the BT Sport App. This is available both in the UK and over 25 European destinations. Use of the service will count towards any relevant usage limit on your broadband or towards any data allowance or data charges.
10.1.1. vary, add to, replace or withdraw the content on any channels available as part of the channel packs or vary, add to, replace or withdraw any of the channels within a channel pack;
10.1.2. vary, withdraw or replace a channel pack;
10.1.3. change, increase or reduce the number of hours broadcast on any of the channels within a channel pack; or
10.1.4. encrypt or decrypt any of the channels within a channel pack,
for any of the following reasons:
10.1.5. the programme content that is available to us changes (for example we gain or lose the right to show particular sporting events);
10.1.6. if the content is provided to us by other broadcasters or organisations, and they stop making the channels or content available generally or to us, or they make changes to the channels or content;
10.1.7. to allow us to change the way that we charge you for certain channels or channel packs or other content (for example when we add new channels);
10.1.8. in our opinion, it is no longer commercially sensible for us to provide that content, channels or channel pack (for example because it has become too expensive for us to buy content for broadcast);
10.1.9. to allow us to provide the service in a way that we consider enhances your viewing experience (for example by adding additional features online or in ultra HD); or
10.1.10. as a result of any change in the law or any regulation or regulatory guidance that is applicable to us.
10.2. Where a change under paragraph 10.1 is due to content or channel packs being withdrawn by the broadcaster or becomes unavailable as part of the service, we may:
10.2.1. offer equivalent, similar or alternative content instead, or
10.2.2. we'll remove or reduce any charge previously payable for that content.
10.3. If any of these changes are to your material disadvantage (even after we've offered replacement content or reduced your charges) you can cancel your service as set out in paragraph 18.8 of the Standard Terms. Where a change only affects an additional channel pack, that is not included as standard as part of the service, then you'll only be able to cancel that channel pack as set out in paragraph 18.8 of the Standard Terms.
11. Other changes we may make
11.1. Use of the service is currently unlimited. However, we may introduce usage limits and additional charges if you go over them. Where this is to your material disadvantage paragraph 18.8 of the Standard Terms shall apply.
11.2. Sometimes we may ask you to do things that we think are necessary to safeguard the security or quality of the service.
11.3. Paragraph 2.1.7 of the Standard Terms applies to the service as we may also make minor changes to certain technical specifications to the service or the set top box.
12. Copyright
12.1. All content provided via the service is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright laws. This doesn't stop you watching or recording the content, or accessing it as set out in these terms but you don't own the content or recordings and can't do any of the things set out in paragraph 3.3.
13. Our right to end or suspend the service
13.1. We may suspend or end the service or access to any content if:
13.1.1. we believe that you're using the service in breach of paragraph 3.3. Here we may supply your name, address and contact details to the owner of any content used improperly (but we'll only do this if they agree to keep this information safe and secure); or
13.1.2. you fail to maintain a working Plusnet fibre broadband service to which the set top box can be connected.
13.2. We may remove any set top boxes, or reception equipment that belongs to us which are being used in commercial premises.
13.3. If we end our agreement for any of the reasons set out in this paragraph during your minimum term, early termination charges as set out in the Price Guide will be due.
14. Moving home
14.1. If you want to move your service, you'll have to move your fibre broadband service as set out in paragraph 9 of the Standard Terms (so you may have to pay a home move fee as set out in the Price Guide or enter a new agreement with us with a new minimum term).
14.2. If you move to an area that means you're no longer able to receive the service and you're still within your minimum term for the service you must:
14.2.1. return your set top box (we'll send you a postage paid returns bag for this), and no early termination charges will be payable; or
14.2.2. pay early termination charges, as set out in the Price Guide.
15. Ending your agreement
15.1. If you choose to end our agreement within the minimum term (except where you're inside the cancellation period set out in paragraph 9 of the Standard Terms or we make a change to your material disadvantage as set out at paragraph 18 of the Standard Terms (other than where we make a change as set out in paragraph 18.1.5 or paragraphs 18.3 to 18.5)), you'll pay an early termination charge as set out in the Price Guide.
These terms apply where either:
- you receive the BT Sport App from Plusnet service as part of your subscription to the BT Sport channel pack where you've taken YouView TV from Plusnet; or
- you take the standalone BT Sport App from Plusnet service.
1. What we provide
1.1. We provide you with the ability to access BT Sport content online via:
1.1.1 the BT Sport App; and
1.1.2 the BT Sport website at https://sport.bt.com/.
1.2 The content and functions through the service depends on your device (for example, the particular mobile phone you have) and the particular broadband and/or mobile network through which you receive the service. Content may vary from time to time. Some devices may not be able to show some content.
2 Your Use of the Service
2.1 The service is for personal use only (meaning only you or your household should use the service. It should not be used for business purposes). How the service is used is your responsibility.
2.2 Use of the service will count towards any relevant usage limit on your broadband, where you use your broadband service to access the service, or if you access the service through your mobile network, use of the service will count towards any data allowance or data charges.
2.3 You can access the service in the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man and in over 25 European destinations.
2.4 You agree to:
2.4.1. follow any reasonable instructions we give you and help us run our security checks;
2.4.2 obtain any permission we need to provide the service to you;
2.4.3 tell us if you change any of your details, including your name, address, email address, mobile number or payment details;
2.4.4 keep your BT ID username and password private and stop anyone else from using them;
2.4.5 let us know straight away, and change your BT ID password, if you think or know that someone else knows your BT ID username and password;
2.4.6 let us update, upgrade or replace software relating to the service. We may do this automatically;
2.4.7 only watch live content in the UK, Channel Islands or the Isle of Man, or in over 25 European destinations; and
2.4.8 comply with all relevant and applicable laws.
2.5.1 make unauthorised or unlawful recordings of any content provided via the service;
2.5.2 sell, copy, re-distribute or re-broadcast any content or recordings made using the service;
2.5.3 use the service to make money or for commercial purposes (for example by showing any content in pubs, shops or other commercial premises);
2.5.4 show any part of the service to an audience in public, even if you do not charge for it;
2.5.5 attempt to breach any security or content protection rules (including watermarks) relating to either the service, any device used for viewing the content or the content itself;
2.5.6 edit, tweak, adapt, modify or use the content in other things (for example in YouTube videos);
2.5.7 do anything which may have a negative effect on any of the services we provide or our security or any other person's or businesses' systems, networks, equipment or security; or
2.5.8 otherwise use any content or any part of it except how these terms say you can.
2.6 Some content may not be suitable for viewing by persons of all ages. It's your responsibility to set up and maintain parental controls and to ensure that the content is suitable for those viewing it.
2.7 We are not responsible if the service is suspended, interrupted or not available to you because of problems with network coverage or connecting to the internet (except where due to another service which we provide to you, such as Plusnet broadband or Plusnet Mobile, where you should refer to the terms and conditions for that service).
2.8 You are responsible for any costs your mobile network or broadband provider charges for them to provide you with the network coverage or the internet connection you need to use the service.
2.9 Your involvement or participation in promotions by any third party advertisers on the service are solely between you and that third party.
2.10 The service may link to other websites or content not owned or provided by us. We are not responsible for the availability of or content of those websites or content.
2.11 If you access the service via the BT Sport website, you will also be subject to the website's terms of use.
3 What You Need
3.1 Every time you download the BT Sport App to a device, you'll need to accept an end-user licence. You won't have to pay any charges under the end-user licence, unless you agree to.
3.2 If you have to download software to get the service, that software may send us information about your device (including information about what you're using the device for). For more information, see our Privacy Policy and BT's Privacy Policy.
3.3 To access the service, you must have a TV licence. To download the BT Sport App, you must be aged 17 or over.
3.4 To view the service, your device must be able to connect to an internet connection that is fast enough.
3.5 If you can only get BT Sport through the BT Sport App on your mobile, you won't be able to view the service on the BT Sport website.
3.6 You can only access the service on up to two devices at any one time (or any other maximum number we agree with you). Sometimes we may temporarily restrict your access to the service to one device if we need to protect the quality of the service.
3.7. If you have YouView TV from Plusnet, you may not be able to view the same content or channels on the service that are available on your set-top box.
3.8 Using the service may lower your broadband speed for other internet-based services.
4 Quality of the Service
4.1 We aim to provide a continuous, high-quality service. However due to the nature of the service and the equipment we use to provide it, we can't guarantee that it will be available all of the time. We can't be responsible for any loss of service or faults due to circumstances beyond our control, where we've taken reasonable steps to prevent this.
4.2 Occasionally, we may have to interrupt, change or temporarily suspend some or all of the service. This may be to maintain, upgrade or repair the network. If we do, we'll try to get service up and running again as soon as possible.
4.3 The quality and availability of content will depend upon the quality and speed of your internet connection.
4.4 We may prevent anyone copying any content from the service.
5 When the Service and Minimum Term Starts
5.1 Access to the service will be provided as soon as reasonably possible. You will need to set up and we will need to authorise your BT ID before you can start to receive the service.
5.2 Your minimum term starts on the day following sign-up to the service. We will start charging you for the service from the day following sign-up.
6 Cancellation Period
6.1 The service will last for at least the minimum term and will carry on after then unless:
6.1.1 you choose to end the service as set out in paragraph 12; or
6.1.2 we end the service in line with paragraph 11.
7 Content Availability
7.1. We can't guarantee content will always be available. For example, some channels and other content are provided to us by third parties so we can't guarantee they'll always be available. In certain circumstances content may only be available in some parts of the UK, or in over 25 European destinations.
7.2 Although we take precautions, we can't ensure the accuracy or completeness of programme information.
7.3 Some content may only be available for a limited time. When this period has ended, the content will no longer be available to you. We'll tell you if this is the case.
7.4 Different content and service features are available with different packages. You'll find more details at www.plus.net/tv/btsport/.
8. Changes to Content
8.1 We don't guarantee we'll provide you with any particular content. We change our channels and programmes from time to time for many reasons, including those listed in paragraph 8.2 below.
8.2.1 vary, add to, replace or withdraw the package, content, channels, features or functions;
8.2.2 vary, increase or reduce the hours of broadcast on any channel; or
8.2.3 encrypt or decrypt any content or channel,
for any of the following reasons:
8.2.4 the content that is available to us changes, for example we gain or lose the right to show particular sporting events);
8.2.5 to introduce new packages, content or channels;
8.2.6 to improve, update or add to your package, content or channels;
8.2.7 if the content is provided to us by other broadcasters or organisations, and they stop making the channels or content available generally or to us, or they make changes to the channels or content;
8.2.8 to let us change the way we charge you for certain packages, content, channels, features or functions (for example, when we add new channels);
8.2.9 in our opinion, it is no longer commercially sensible for us to provide your package, content or channels (for example, because it has become too expensive for us to buy content for broadcast);
8.2.10 to let us change the way we structure our packages, content, or channels (for example, changing the name of our packages);
8.2.11 to make editorial changes to the content;
8.2.12 to allow us to provide the service in a way that we consider enhances your viewing experience (for example by adding additional features online or in ultra HD);
8.2.13 as a result of any change in the law or any regulation or regulatory guidance that is applicable to us; or
8.2.14 due to any other change in circumstances in the future, that we can't predict, which means a change is necessary.
8.3 Where a change under paragraph 8.2 is due to content, features or channel packages being withdrawn by the broadcaster or becomes unavailable as part of the service, we may;
8.3.1 offer equivalent, similar or alternative content instead; or
8.3.2 we'll remove or reduce any charge previously payable for that content.
8.4 If any of these changes are to your material disadvantage (even after we've offered replacement content or reduced your charges) you can cancel your service as set out in paragraph 18.8 of the Standard Terms.
9. Other Changes we May Make
9.1 Use of the service is currently unlimited. However, we may introduce usage limits and additional charges if you go over them. Where this is to your material disadvantage, paragraph 18.8 of the Standard Terms shall apply.
9.2 Sometimes we may ask you to do things that we think are necessary to safeguard the security or quality of the service.
9.3 Paragraph 2.1.7 of the Standard Terms applies to the service as we may also make minor changes to certain technical specifications of the service.
10. Copyright
10.1 All content provided via the service is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright laws. This doesn't stop you watching or recording the content, or accessing it as set out in these terms but you don't own the content or recordings and can't do any of the things set out in paragraph 2.5.
11. Right to Suspend or End the Agreement
11.1 We may suspend or end the service or access to any content:
11.1.1 if we believe that you're using the service in breach of paragraph 2.5. Here we may supply your name, address and contact details to the owner of any content used improperly (but we'll only do this if they agree to keep this information safe and secure);
11.1.2 if we suspect there has been, or is likely to be, a security incident, we may suspend your BT ID username to protect your account. We'll ask you to change your password before letting you log back in;
11.1.3 in accordance with paragraph 6.1 of the Standard Terms; or
11.1.4 if you receive the service via the BT Sport channel pack as part of YouView TV from Plusnet, you fail to maintain a working Plusnet fibre broadband service to which the set top box can be connected.
11.2 We may stop providing the service at any time by giving you at least 30 days' written notice.
12.1 You may cancel your agreement at any time. If you cancel in the minimum term, you will be charged until the end of the minimum term. Otherwise, where you choose to cancel your agreement, the service will be removed on your next billing date.
12.2 Where you or we end your agreement:
12.2.1 for the YouView TV from Plusnet service, the BT Sport channel pack or Plusnet fibre broadband, where you receive the service as part of your YouView TV from Plusnet and BT Sport channel pack subscription; or
12.2.2 for Plusnet broadband, where you receive the standalone service, your agreement for the service will also end.
These terms apply where you receive BT Sport as part of your existing Sky subscription (just called BT Sport in these terms and we refer to all BT Sport channels you receive as your channel pack).
1. What we provide
1.1. We'll provide access to content on the BT Sport channels within your selected channel pack via your existing Sky package.
1.2. BT Sport does not provide access to any online content made available by BT via the BT Sport website at www.btsport.com or on smartphones or tablets via any BT Sport App. No multi-room viewing is possible.
2. Your use of the service
2.1. BT Sport is for home use only (content shall only be viewed in the same household to which your subscription for BT Sport is registered via one Sky box).
2.2.1. access or use BT Sport for any improper or unlawful purpose, or allow anyone else to do the same.
2.2.2. make unauthorised or unlawful recordings of any content provided via BT Sport;
2.2.3. reproduce any recording made using your Sky box;
2.2.4. re-distribute or re-broadcast any content provided via BT Sport;
2.2.5. reproduce any recording made from BT Sport;
2.2.6. to display any content in retail, business or commercial premises or for any business or commercial purpose;
2.2.7. sell or make any charge for watching or using any part of BT Sport; or
2.2.8. show any part of BT Sport in public to an audience, even if no charge is made.
2.3. Some content may not be suitable for viewing by persons of all ages. It's your responsibility to set up and maintain any parental controls that may be available to govern access to BT Sport and to ensure that the content is suitable for those viewing it.
3. What you need
3.1. To get BT Sport you need:
3.1.1. an existing agreement with us for broadband or fibre (and this agreement must be with the same account holder at the same address that BT Sport is provided to);
3.1.2. an active and compatible viewing card from Sky (if it isn't compatible Sky will provide a compatible one); and
3.1.3. a compatible Sky box and satellite dish.
3.2. To be able to access BT Sport in HD (high definition) you'll also need:
3.2.1. to subscribe to the HD service; and
3.2.2. an HD Sky box connected to an HD TV using an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable.
4.1. You don't own the viewing card, which remains the property of Sky and you must:
4.1.1. return it to Sky if they ask you to;
4.1.2. only use the one which Sky send to you, at your home address for private viewing purposes and with the set top box that is registered to receive BT Sport;
4.1.3. keep it in your set top box at all times (and keep the set top box connected to the mains supply and a suitable broadband/phone service in standby mode when not in use in order to receive software updates);
4.1.4. not tamper with the card or use it for anything that Sky does not authorise;
4.1.5. not give the card to anybody else (if you do Sky can make it invalid and/or terminate your access to BT Sport); and
4.1.6. not use the card outside the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man and any change of address must be notified to us immediately.
4.2. If you don't have an active viewing card from Sky, or your existing viewing card has a viewing card number lower than 360 000 000, Sky will provide you with a new viewing card.
4.3. Sky shall be entitled to disclose your name, address and the services you receive via the viewing card as part of the administration or provision of their service. Please contact Sky for further details on their use of this information.
5. Quality of service
5.1. We aim to provide a continuous, high-quality service but:
5.1.1. we can't be responsible for loss of service or faults due to circumstances beyond our control, where we've taken reasonable steps to prevent this;
5.1.2. the quality of BT Sport is dependent on the quality of the broadcast from Sky's satellite(s) and the quality and positioning of your satellite dish and we aren't responsible for this;
5.1.3. we don't provide equipment for you to access BT Sport and we have no responsibility for any faults with equipment that you use, or incompatibility of equipment with the viewing card or any damage such equipment may cause; and
5.1.4. your involvement or participation in promotions by any third party advertisers on BT Sport are solely between you and that third party.
6. When the service starts
6.1. BT Sport will start as soon as Sky enables your viewing card to receive it.
7. Cancellation period and ending BT Sport
7.1. BT Sport has a one month minimum term which starts from your next billing date after you signed up for BT Sport. You may tell us to stop providing BT Sport at the end of, or any time after, this initial month and provided you contact us at least two days before your next billing date, we'll stop providing BT Sport on your next billing date, otherwise we'll provide it until your following billing date. You'll continue to pay for BT Sport until we stop providing BT Sport.
8. Content availability
8.1. We aren't responsible for any content on BT Sport being available at the times shown on the Sky electronic programme guide.
8.2. We may at any time:
8.2.1. vary, add to, replace or withdraw the content on any BT Sport channels or vary, add to, replace or withdraw any of the BT Sport channels with a channel pack;
8.2.2. vary, withdraw or replace the channel pack;
8.2.3. change, increase or reduce the number of hours broadcast on any of the BT Sport channels; or
8.2.4. encrypt or decrypt the BT Sport channels,
for any of the following reasons:
8.2.5. the programme content that is available to us changes (for example we gain or lose the right to show particular sporting events and wish to change the BT Sport channels or channel packs as a result);
8.2.6. if the BT Sport channels or content are provided to us by other broadcasters or organisations, and they stop making the BT Sport channels or content available generally or to us, or they make changes to the BT Sport channels or content;
8.2.7. to allow us to change the way that we charge you for certain BT Sport channels, channel packs or other content (for example when we add new BT Sport channels);
8.2.8. in our opinion, it is no longer commercially sensible for us to provide that BT Sport channels or channel pack (for example because it has become too expensive for us to buy sport content for broadcast);
8.2.9. to allow us to provide BT Sport channels or channel packs in a way that we consider enhances your viewing experience (for example by adding additional features online or in ultra HD); or
8.2.10. as a result of any change in the law or any regulation or regulatory guidance that is applicable to us.
8.3. If any of these changes is to your material disadvantage you can cancel your BT Sport service as set out in paragraph 18.8 of the Standard Terms.
8.4. Sometimes we may choose to give you access to additional content or bonus channels at no extra cost in addition to your chosen subscription. Any additional content or bonus channels we provide are not part of your subscription and we can change or withdraw them at any time without prior notice. If we plan to charge for any additional content or bonus channels we are currently providing without charge, we'll tell you in advance and you'll need to tell us that you want to continue receiving the chargeable content or channels to avoid them being withdrawn at the point that we start charging for them.
9. Other changes we might make
9.1. Sometimes we may do things or ask you to do things that we think are necessary to safeguard the security or quality of BT Sport and to comply with any reasonable requests that we may make to do this.
9.2. Paragraph 2.1.7 of the Standard Terms applies to BT Sport.
10. Copyright
10.1. The BT Sport channels are licensed to us and are protected by copyright laws. This doesn't stop you watching the BT Sport channels as set out in these terms but you don't own the content and can't do any of the things set out in paragraph 2.2.
11. Our right to end or suspend the service
11.1. We may suspend or end the service or access to any content if:
11.1.1. you fail to pay for BT Sport; or
11.1.2. we believe that you're using BT Sport in breach of paragraphs 2.2 or 4.
1. What we provide
1.1. We'll provide security software that includes and anti-virus protection and a personal firewall.
2. What you need
2.1. To get Plusnet Protect you need:
2.1.1. a computer that meets the minimum requirements; and
2.1.2. to accept the terms of the provided End User License Agreement.
3. When the service starts
3.1. Our agreement and the 30 day minimum term starts when we make the software available for you to download.
4. Cancellation period
4.1. Plusnet Protect has to be kept for at least 30 days and the service does not benefit from a cancellation period.
5. Quality of the service
5.1. Although we attempt to provide you with the best possible service, we cannot guarantee that Plusnet Protect will block all harmful sites, viruses and similar faults. We'll aim to resolve any reported faults as soon as reasonably possible.
6. Charges
6.1. If chargeable, you agree to pay the charges for the service as set out in the Price Guide.
7. Ending the service
7.1. After the end of the 30 day minimum term, you may end the service on 14 days' notice.
1. What we provide
1.1. We'll provide you with an online tool that manages what type of content is accessible via a broadband or fibre connection.
1.2. Plusnet SafeGuard is available to all current Plusnet broadband and fibre broadband customers at no extra cost.
2. What you need
2.1. To get Plusnet SafeGuard you need to:
2.1.1. take broadband or fibre broadband from us;
2.1.2. to use our Domain Name Servers (DNS); and
2.1.3. agree we can store data on whether you have activated Plusnet SafeGuard, the settings that you have selected and anonymous and aggregated information about the websites that are blocked. We do not record details of your individual Internet activity.
3. Quality of service
3.1. We aim to provide a continuous, high-quality service but are not responsible for how particular websites are categorised and can't be responsible for a failure to block content or websites that are incorrectly categorised.
4. When the service and minimum term starts
4.1. Our agreement for Plusnet SafeGuard starts on the day your broadband or fibre is up and running (we'll normally confirm this by email). There is no minimum term.
5. Cancellation period
5.1. The service does not benefit from a cancellation period.
6. Changes
6.1. You can cancel or de-activate the service at any time. If you de-activate the service you can re-activate it at any time. See the Plusnet SafeGuard FAQs for more information on how to do this.
6.2. As Plusnet SafeGuard is a free, optional service we reserve the right to change, cancel or withdraw the service at any time and paragraph 18 of the Standard Terms won't apply. If we make any material changes to Plusnet SafeGuard we'll aim to give you prior notice of the changes and, where necessary, we'll provide you with any instructions that you need to follow once the changes have taken place.
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