RTE downloader
Download RTE Player Irish TV shows, news, and documentaries as MP4 up to 1080p. Save Irish public broadcasting for offline viewing.
RTE (Raidio Teilifis Eireann) is Ireland's national public broadcaster, operating RTE One, RTE2, and RTE News. The RTE Player offers replays of Irish dramas, current affairs programs, documentaries, and GAA sports coverage.
Paste an rte.ie video URL, pick MP4, and the program saves to your library. Valuable for the Irish diaspora staying connected to home, GAA fans saving match highlights, and anyone interested in Irish culture and current affairs.
Key takeaway: Copy the rte.ie video URL, paste it here, and pick MP4 720p for most RTE Player content.
Why use our free RTE downloader
Irish diaspora connection
For Irish people abroad, downloading RTE content keeps you connected to home news, culture, and entertainment when streaming is unreliable.
GAA and sports coverage
RTE covers GAA hurling and football, Six Nations rugby, and other Irish sports. Save match highlights and analysis.
Irish-language programming
RTE broadcasts some content in Irish (Gaeilge). Download programs for language practice and cultural preservation.
How to download RTE Player videos for free
Copy the RTE video URL
Open the program on rte.ie and copy the URL from your browser.
Choose a format
MP4 720p for general content. MP4 1080p for documentaries and sports. MP3 320 kbps for radio programs.
Sign in and download
A free FileFactory account unlocks the download. Signup takes about 10 seconds, and the file saves to your library.
Pro tip: RTE Investigates produces excellent long-form journalism. Check rte.ie/news/investigations for documentaries that are often only available for a limited window on the Player.
RTE downloader FAQ
- Is this free?
- Yes. RTE publishes much of its content freely on the Player, and FileFactory accounts include a daily fetch allowance.
- Is RTE Player geo-restricted?
- Some RTE Player content is restricted to Ireland due to broadcast rights, particularly sports and licensed programming.
- Can I download live TV?
- Live streams are not supported. Only on-demand content available on the RTE Player works.
RTE is Ireland's national public broadcaster funded by the TV licence and commercial revenue. Content is intended for personal viewing. Geographic restrictions may apply. Download for personal, non-commercial use only.