ARD Mediathek APK

ARD Mediathek

Your Gateway to ARD’s Full Media Offering

• The ARD Mediathek is the official streaming platform of the ARD, the German public broadcasting network.

• It brings together the entire media offering from ARD’s national and regional broadcasters in one convenient place.

What You Can Watch

The platform offers a broad range of content to suit every interest:

• Feature films and television movies

• Series, from gripping dramas to light-hearted comedies

• Documentaries and cultural programs

• Entertainment shows and talk formats

• News programs and current affairs reports

• Livestreams of various ARD channels

• Special regional productions and archival treasures

Whether you prefer to watch via desktop browser, mobile app, or smart TV application, ARD Mediathek allows you to enjoy your favourite content anywhere and anytime.

Both video-on-demand and live streaming options are available.

Your ARD Account (ARD-Konto / ARD-Login)

By creating a free ARD account, you unlock additional features for a more personalised experience:

• Bookmark and save programs for later viewing

• Resume playback from where you left off

• Receive content recommendations based on your preferences

• Download selected videos for offline viewing

• Synchronise your viewing history and favourites across multiple devices

Funding and Cost

• ARD is funded through the Rundfunkbeitrag, a broadcasting fee paid by all residents in Germany.

• The ARD Mediathek service is provided free of charge to the public.

Support and Information

• For answers to common questions or assistance, visit the FAQ section or contact ARD directly via:

+ Contact Form: https://hilfe.ardmediathek.de/contact

Legal and Policy Information

• Terms of Use: https://www.ardmediathek.de/ard/nutzungsbedingungen/

• Data Protection Policy: https://www.ardmediathek.de/ard/datenschutz/

• Imprint: https://www.ardmediathek.de/ard/impressum/

The ARD Mediathek is your free, reliable source for entertainment, information, and cultural content from Germany’s public service broadcasters — available anytime, anywhere.

FAQ

Q: Do I have to pay to use ARD Mediathek?

A: No, the ARD Mediathek is completely free to use. The service is funded through the Rundfunkbeitrag, a broadcasting fee that all residents in Germany pay, which supports ARD’s programming.

Q: What kind of content can I find on ARD Mediathek?

A: You’ll find a huge variety of programs, including feature films, television series, documentaries, cultural programs, news reports, talk shows, entertainment formats, live broadcasts of ARD channels, and special regional productions. There’s something for every taste and interest.

Q: Can I watch ARD Mediathek outside of Germany?

A: Some content may be available internationally, but due to licensing rights, certain shows and videos can only be streamed within Germany. Availability depends on the program’s distribution rights.

Version History

v11.11.0——25 Nov 2025

Movies, series, documentaries, shows, news, livestreams and much more... Download the latest version of ARD Mediathek to enjoy new features and updates immediately!

*11.11.0

Keine neuen Features diesmal – stattdessen haben wir unter der Haube aufgeräumt, Bugs gefixt und ein paar

*11.10.0

Dieses Update ist kein Feuerwerk neuer Features, aber gleicht einem aufgeräumten Werkzeugkasten. Behoben sind zahlreiche Fehler: So wird der Fortschritt bei unterbrochenen FSK-Inhalten wieder zuverlässig gespeichert, bei Serien wird die korrekte nächste Episode vorgeschlagen, die Kinderwelt passt sich inhaltlich wie optisch an die ausgewählte Altersgruppe an und Suchfilter bleiben stabil, auch wenn einzelne Suchergebnisse betrachtet werden.

*11.8.2

Update da, Bugs weg: Die Hintergrundbilder auf einigen Sendungsseiten werden jetzt direkt scharf geladen, Downloads funktionieren offline wie gedacht (auch in der Kinderwelt und mit Chromecast) und die Angaben unter "Software Lizenzen" werden wieder korrekt angezeigt.