How to watch DW live online
DW streams its channels live for free on dw.com, in the DW app and on its YouTube channels, for viewers all over the world. It is Germany's international broadcaster.
DW runs live channels in English, German, Spanish and Arabic. No account is needed.
- Country
- Germany
- Run by
- Deutsche Welle, Germany's international broadcaster
- Type
- News
- Language
- English, German, Spanish, Arabic
- Live, in German
- DW im Livestream
- Watch live
- dw.com live TV
- Cost at home
- Free
- Abroad
- Yes: made for the world
- Checked
- 2 November 2026
Can you watch DW abroad?
DW is made for viewers outside Germany, so its live streams are open worldwide on dw.com, in the app and on YouTube. Many TV providers also carry it.
DW on dw.com and YouTube
The live channels in English, German, Spanish and Arabic.
Watch DW in the USA, Australia, Canada and more
DW in the USA, Australia, Canada, Ireland, the Netherlands and the UK
Yes. DW on dw.com and YouTube (worldwide, free). The live channels in English, German, Spanish and Arabic.
Apps for DW: TV, phone and laptop
What is DW?
DW (Deutsche Welle) is Germany's international broadcaster. It makes news, reports and documentaries about Germany and the world for viewers abroad.
Unlike ARD and ZDF, it is paid for by Germany's federal budget, not the broadcasting fee.
DW: common questions
Is DW free?
Yes. The live channels stream for free on dw.com, in the DW app and on YouTube.
Can I watch DW anywhere?
Yes, it is made for viewers outside Germany.
In which languages does DW broadcast?
Its TV channels are in English, German, Spanish and Arabic.
Which app do I need to watch DW live?
DW (worldwide): phones, tablets, smart TVs. YouTube (worldwide): every device with YouTube.
Can I watch DW on a smart TV?
Yes. DW has an app for smart TVs (worldwide). The official YouTube channel works on any TV with YouTube.
Is DW live on YouTube?
Yes. DW's live channels stream for free on its official YouTube channels, all over the world.
Can I watch DW in the USA?
Yes. DW on dw.com and YouTube (worldwide, free). The live channels in English, German, Spanish and Arabic.
Where the facts come from
We check every fact on the broadcaster's own pages, or on two independent sources that agree.
Last checked: 2 November 2026. Prices and rules change: the official pages always win.
