What is VIEWSTER?

• What is VIEWSTER
  • An exciting selection of feature films, series and film star interviews
  • Simple operation and cross-device usability
  • Fair prices and transparent pricing system
  • Choice of free viewing or rentals
  • Available everywhere regardless of internet service provider

  • What requirements does my television, PC or mobile phone need to meet?
  • What kind of content can I watch on VIEWSTER?
  • How do I register with VIEWSTER?
  • How much does VIEWSTER cost?
• Can I watch VIEWSTER content on my television?
  Yes, with your internet connected television you can watch VIEWSTER anytime. Otherwise hook up your PC or Mac to your TV and use it as a monitor. Then use the Leanback option to navigate our site.
• How do I connect my television to the internet?
  Please refer to the user manual that came with your television, generally either via Wifi or with a LAN cable.
• How do I use VIEWSTER?

  No registration is necessary to watch free movies. If you want to watch a movie against payment you need to register your personal and payment data or login if you have previously registered.

  As the film plays you can scan forward or backward, view the menu, or pause the film and watch it later. Films available for single purchase are available to view within 48 hours.

  • How do I register for VIEWSTER?
  • How do I find out whether VIEWSTER works on my devices?
  • How much does VIEWSTER cost?
• How do I find a film on VIEWSTER?

  VIEWSTER makes it as easy as possible for you to find the film you want. You can search by genre, film title, actor or director. When you have chosen a film you can select the corresponding streaming speed for your device with the play and/or rent/borrow button, and then view your single payment transaction.

  • Which videos are available at VIEWSTER?
  • How much does VIEWSTER cost?
• Can I search for videos offline without an active internet connection?

  No, you must be connected to the internet to use VIEWSTER.

• Can I save films onto my device?

  Most mobile devices allow this, but TV sets generally do not have sufficient memory.

User requirements:

• System requirements:
  • Minimum internet connection of DSL 4000 kbit/s
• Does VIEWSTER work without an internet flatrate?

  You need an internet connection to access VIEWSTER on your internet ready television. In order to avoid unnecessary extra costs with pay-as-you-go tariffs, we recommend an internet flatrate.

  The cost of VIEWSTER single purchases and subscriptions does not include the costs of streaming. Without flatrate or after exceeding your volume limit, you will be charged by your internet provider.

Registration:

• How do I register with VIEWSTER?

  By going to our registration page. Using Facebook Connect will make the process even easier.

  Register now with VIEWSTER for free

  After you have clicked 'Registration', you'll be forwarded to the registration form. If you want to pay for a movie please also register your payment data.

• Can I enter my payment details at a later stage?

  Yes. After registering you can enter your payment details at any time. With every new login or through the menu button 'MyVIEWSTER' VIEWSTER gives you the opportunity to enter these details retrospectively.

• Are my personal details secure with VIEWSTER?

  Yes. We take data security seriously and guarantee that your personal details remain secure. We will neither use your personal details for other purposes nor share them with third parties without your explicit consent. You'll find more information on this topic in our Data Protection statement.

   

  Read our Data Protection statement here

Our Movies

• What kind of content can I find on VIEWSTER?

  VIEWSTER offers a broad range of feature films, series and film star interviews, all available at any time and whereever you want at the push of a button.

• How soon can I find new movies on VIEWSTER?

  The VIEWSTER team works around the clock to extend the existing catalogue, so there is no specific time we upload new videos. Instead we try to upload new films as soon as we can after we have obtained them. Due to licencing restrictions many movies only appear 3 months after their cinema release and are only available for a limited time period.

• Can I request new titles for VIEWSTER?

  Yes, please. Your feedback is an important part in helping us to improve the service for you. If you'd like to suggest or request a film, you can do so through the contact form.

  Go to the contact form

• Why aren't all videos available free of charge?

  Unfortunately, due to licence restrictions we are not able to make all films available free of charge. This is particularly the case with some new feature films, which we are only permitted to make available as one off purchases or rentals. Where we have the option we will always allow you to watch our content free with advertising.

• Why aren't all cinema films or DVD releases available on VIEWSTER?

  We try to offer the largest range of titles from all the biggest film studios as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, due to licencing restrictions this is not always possible, but we're working hard to make our catalogue as exciting and as up-to-date as possible.

How much does VIEWSTER cost?

• How much does VIEWSTER cost?

  Almost all of our content is available as single purchase. This way you only pay for the video you have specifically chosen. Single purchases start from € 2,49 and you can view these videos as much as you like within 48 hours.

   

  How do I pay for films?

• How do I know which videos are available against payment only?

  We have marked our films in the VIEWSTER shop accordingly.

• Your VIEWSTER account is free of charge and you can continue to purchase single films at any time in the future.

  I have forgotten my VIEWSTER password

Payment

• How do I pay for VIEWSTER films and subscriptions?

  We accept all major credit cards.

• How do I change my payment details?

  You can change them by logging into your account.

• Where can I view my transactions and invoices?

  Simply log in to VIEWSTER and under 'MyVIEWSTER' select the 'Transactions' link to view your transactions and invoices at any time.

• How do I redeem a promotional code?

  From time to time we like to create special offers which you'll be able to redeem with promotional codes.

  You can do this during the registration process or by clicking the link below.

  If you have redeemed a promotional code, you will receive a PIN for video credit. You can use this within the given validity period for any available VIEWSTER rental video in the VIEWSTER shop. Your chosen film will be available to you for 48 hours.

HD

• What is HD?

  HD' is short for 'High Definition' and means high resolution digital television. VIEWSTER videos in HD quality have a resolution of 1280x720 (720p) and a variable bitrate of 6-8Mbit/s.

• Which videos can I watch in HD?

  VIEWSTER is working around the clock to provide a broad range of HD films. You'll recognise HD content by the small HD logo on each video's details page.

• How much do HD quality videos cost?

  Due to the higher streaming cost caused by HD quality movies, HD videos are sold as a premium.

Digital Rights Management

• What is Digital Rights Management?

  VIEWSTER is obliged by Digital Rights Management (DRM) to protect the authorship and marketing rights of intellectual property in digital form. Examples of the restrictions placed on us are rental periods of only 48 hours, not being able to copy movies and not allowing parallel streams to different devices from one account.