This page covers questions specific to HistoryExtra content, subscriptions and accounts.

Using HistoryExtra – Content & Features

    • Find our podcasts and listen to them directly on our Podcasts page
    • Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music
  • Sign up here to receive free newsletters tailored to your interests.
  • You can manage your newsletter preferences in ‘My Account’ once you are logged in using the 'Sign in' link at the top of the page. Alternatively you can click the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any HistoryExtra email.
  • Content reuse requires permission due to licensing agreements. Please email Richard.Bentley@immediate.co.uk with details of your request.
  • We cannot share personal contact details, but authors may be reached via their professional websites or social media. For editorial enquiries, email HistoryExtraWeb@immediate.co.uk.
  • Yes. Send your pitch (3–4 sentences about your idea, plus credentials) to HistoryExtraWeb@immediate.co.uk. We aim to respond within three weeks.

Digital and App Subscriptions

  • With a digital subscription to HistoryExtra, you can:
    • Access on-demand video lectures
    • Listen to more than 1,000 award-winning podcasts
    • Download topical digital special editions
    • Read more than 2,500 archive articles written by expert historians
    • Explore 12+ years of BBC History Magazine content, including medieval, Tudor, Victorian, Roman, Viking and modern history
    • Receive weekly newsletters and a choice of specialist newsletters
    • Enjoy expert contributions from leading historians such as Michael Wood and David Olusoga
    • Test your knowledge with our interactive quizzes
  • Our subscription service provides exclusive, curated content from expert historians. This includes new features such as our lecture series, additional podcasts, and topical specials – all designed to help you explore the past in depth.
  • Visit historyextra.com/subscribe and follow the on-screen steps to subscribe and access digital content.
    1. Visit historyextra.com/subscribe
    2. Choose your subscription
    3. Create an account with your email address and password
    4. Enter your payment details
    5. Start enjoying unlimited access
  • We sometimes offer free trials to new customers. Please note that free trials are for new customers only.
  • Yes, simply tick the box 'This is a gift' when purchasing the subscription
  • With the HistoryExtra app, you can:
    • Browse ad-free, mobile-friendly content
    • Save favourites to create your own reading list
    • Search the podcast archive and listen ad-free
    • Watch video lectures and masterclasses
  • Download the HistoryExtra app from the App Store or Google Play.
  • Sign in with the same email and password you use for HistoryExtra. If you experience difficulties, please contact our customer services team via our Contact Us page.
  • Yes. Non-subscribers will be prompted to subscribe when opening the app. This includes a free trial for new customers.

Managing My HistoryExtra Account

  • Click ‘Register’ at the top of the page. Enter your email address and choose a password.
  • Log in and go to the ‘My Account’ area to update personal details, password, or newsletter preferences.
  • Click ‘Forgot your password?’ on the login page to reset your password via email. If you’re still experiencing difficulties, please contact our customer services team via our Contact Us page.
  • Log in and go to ‘My Account’ to manage your newsletter subscriptions. You can also unsubscribe directly from the bottom of any HistoryExtra email.
  • We’ll keep your data safe and only use it as permitted. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.

Need more help?

Get in touch with our customer services team via our contact us page