It’s quick and easy to sign into your BBC account on Alexa. Follow this handy step by step guide for tips.
Before you start…
- To listen to live radio and other BBC Sounds content on Alexa you’ll need to be in the UK.
- You will need to have the BBC Sounds skill enabled on your Alexa device, and have a BBC account (If you don’t have an account, you can register for a BBC account here.
- Make sure you’re using the correct Amazon profile that you want your BBC account to be linked too.
How do I enable the BBC Sounds skill?
Just say, “Alexa, open BBC Sounds” to your Alexa device. Your device will then ask if you’d like to enable the skill - say yes to proceed. For more help with enabling the BBC Sounds skill, visit this page: Can I use BBC Sounds with my Alexa device?
Make sure you’re on the correct adult Amazon profile before connecting your BBC account
- To do this say ‘Alexa, Who am I?’ If you’re on the wrong account say ‘Alexa, switch account.’
- If you are still being asked to sign in after linking and signing into your BBC account, make sure you are on the correct Amazon household profile and that the profile is linked to your BBC account. (Make sure the device is setup with your Amazon household profile).
There are four ways to link your BBC account to the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa:
- Link your BBC account using a notification on your phone.
- Link your BBC account using the QR code on your Echo device with a screen.
- Link your BBC account using the prompt on your Alexa app homescreen.
- Link your BBC account using the Alexa app skill page.
Link your BBC account using a notification on your phone
Step 1
Open the skill on your Echo device by saying "Alexa, open BBC Sounds." If you have notifications enabled from the Alexa app you will receive an account linking link to your device.
Step 2
Check your phone for a notification sent from Amazon Alexa. Tap this notification to be taken to the Alexa app.
Step 3
Tap ‘Continue’ to move onto the next step.
Step 4
Enter your email address and password for your BBC account, then tap ‘Sign in’. If you don’t have a BBC account, simply tap on the ‘Register now’ link and follow the steps to create one.
Once your BBC account is linked you can get the most out of your experience with the BBC Sounds Skill.
- To play live radio, say: ‘Alexa, play [station name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, play Radio 2.’
- To play a podcast say: ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play [content name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play newscast’ or say “Alexa, Open BBC Sounds” to get started.
- For ideas on what to listen to and examples of commands & features you can use with the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa visit What can I say to Alexa in the BBC Sounds skill?
Link your BBC account using the QR code on your Echo device with a screen
You’ll need a smart phone, and an Echo device with a screen. Scanning the QR code below will get you started, or follow detailed steps below:
Step 1
Open the BBC Sounds skill on your Echo by saying "Alexa, open BBC Sounds". A QR code will appear.
Step 2
Open your phone’s camera and point it at your Echo’s screen. Then tap on the notification that appears. This will open the BBC Sounds skill within the Alexa app.
Step 3
Tap on ‘Link Account’ then tap ‘Continue’ to move onto the next step.
Step 4
Enter your email address and password for your BBC account, then tap ‘Sign in’. If you don’t have a BBC account, simply tap on the ‘Register now’ link and follow the steps to create one.
Once your BBC account is linked you can get the most out of your experience with the BBC Sounds Skill.
- To play live radio, say: ‘Alexa, play [station name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, play Radio 2.’
- To play a podcast say: ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play [content name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play newscast’ or say “Alexa, Open BBC Sounds” to get started.
- For ideas on what to listen to and examples of commands & features you can use with the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa visit What can I say to Alexa in the BBC Sounds skill?
Link your BBC account using the prompt on your Alexa app home screen
Step 1
Open your Alexa app. As you've previously opened the skill on your Alexa device you should have a prompt on the home screen to ‘Link BBC Sounds account’. Tap that link.
Step 2
Tap ‘Continue’ to move onto the next step.
Step 3
Enter your email address and password for your BBC account, then tap ‘Sign in’. If you don’t have a BBC account, simply tap on the ‘Register now’ link and follow the steps to create one.
Once your BBC account is linked you can get the most out of your experience with the BBC Sounds Skill.
- To play live radio, say: ‘Alexa, play [station name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, play Radio 2.’
- To play a podcast say: ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play [content name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play newscast’ or say “Alexa, Open BBC Sounds” to get started.
- For ideas on what to listen to and examples of commands & features you can use with the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa visit What can I say to Alexa in the BBC Sounds skill?
Link your BBC account using the Alexa app skill page
Step 1
Open your Alexa app. Tap the 'more' button 
in the bottom navigation bar
Step 2
Tap on 'Skills & Games' in the Menu
Step 3
There are two ways to find the BBC Sounds skill.
Once your BBC account is linked you can get the most out of your experience with the BBC Sounds Skill.
- To play live radio, say: ‘Alexa, play [station name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, play Radio 2.’
- To play a podcast say: ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play [content name],’ for example, ‘Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play newscast’ or say “Alexa, Open BBC Sounds” to get started.
- For ideas on what to listen to and examples of commands & features you can use with the BBC Sounds skill on Alexa visit What can I say to Alexa in the BBC Sounds skill?
