ZDFmediathek

ZDFmediathek is the online video-on-demand service of the German public‑service broadcaster ZDF. It provides on‑demand access to a large catalog of television programs from ZDF’s channels, including documentaries, dramas, news, and children's programming, as well as live streams of several ZDF channels. The service is part of ZDF’s digital offering and is designed for catch‑up viewing and occasional live viewing.

Accessibility: ZDFmediathek is available on the web at zdfmediathek.de and via mobile apps for iOS and Android, as well as on many smart TVs and set‑top boxes. Most content is available to viewers in Germany and, depending on rights, in other parts of the EU.

Content and features: The platform offers an on‑demand library with browseable categories such as News, Documentary, Fiction, Culture, and Kids, plus a search function and a watchlist. Some titles can be downloaded for offline viewing on mobile devices. A live TV option provides streams of the ZDF main channel and some sister channels where rights permit.

Rights and format: Content is produced under public‑service broadcasting rights and licensed for online streaming. Availability depends on licensing agreements and regional restrictions. The service uses modern streaming technology and HTML5 players for compatibility across devices.