Getting started
What is RTÉ Listen?
RTÉ Listen is RTÉ's new audio app bringing you all your favourite radio stations from RTÉ, alongside new and award-winning podcasts.
How do I get the RTÉ Listen app?
If you had RTÉ Radio Player and have auto-updates turned on, RTÉ Listen should already be on your phone or tablet. If not, you can download it by searching RTÉ Listen in your app store, or download it directly on iOS here or Android here.
What platforms are supported?
RTÉ Listen works on phones and tablets running iOS 16.6 and later, and Android 7 (API 24) and later.
What happens if I'm on an older device?
RTÉ Radio Player will keep working for now, but it's being phased out later this year and will eventually stop working altogether. You can continue to get RTÉ audio through RTÉ.ie, or through other apps like TuneIn and Radioplayer for live radio, and Spotify or Apple Podcasts for on-demand shows.
Do I have to sign in to use RTÉ Listen?
No, you can still use the app without an account. But some features, like Downloads, Queue and Favourites, are only available once you're signed in.
I already have an RTÉ account. Can I use the same login details?
Yes, if you have an account for RTÉ Player, RTÉ News or RTÉ.ie, those login details will work here too.
I forgot my password. How can I reset it?
Select 'Forgot your password' on the sign-in page and enter your email address. We'll send you a link to reset it. Or, if you're on the web, you can manage your account here. To find out how RTÉ handles your personal data, see the "Data Safety: Your Data Matters" section of the RTÉ Policies and Guidelines webpage.
How do I create an account?
Creating an account is easy and should only take a couple of minutes. Select the profile icon in the top left corner, then select Get Started. On the next screen, select Create an RTÉ account and follow the steps. If you're on the web, you can manage your account here.
I'm logged out of my account. How do I log back in?
Go to My Audio, then select Sign In. Enter your email address and password in the pop-up window to log back in.
How do I listen to live radio?
Select a station icon in the carousel at the top of the homepage to start listening straight away. Or if you prefer to browse first, select the Radio icon at the bottom of the screen to see all stations and schedules for the day.
How do I download audio to listen to later?
Select the download icon on any episode to save it for offline listening. You'll need to sign in or create an account to see this option, but once you're logged in, you can find all your downloads under My Audio. You can listen to these at any time, even if you’re not connected to the internet.
How do I save my favourite shows and podcasts?
Every show or podcast page has a star icon at the top — select it to add that show to your favourites. You'll need to sign in or create an account to see this option. Once you do, you can find all your favourites under My Audio.
Can I rewind live radio?
Yes, you can now pause and rewind selected talk radio shows on RTÉ Radio 1. This is only available in Ireland. But don't worry if you can't rewind a particular show — the full show recording is usually available on the app shortly after it airs. If you can't see it yet, make sure to check back later.
How do I find specific shows or episodes?
Select the search icon in the top right corner and type in the show name, presenter or topic you're looking for. Relevant search results will pop up as you type. You can also browse our Categories tab on the homepage or search page to discover more content filtered by genre.
How can I share an episode or clip?
While something's playing, select More at the bottom of the screen, then select Share. This opens your device's share options, where you can send the episode or clip via message, email or any compatible app you have installed.
How do I remove episodes from my downloads?
Go to My Audio, then select Downloads. Select the more options icon underneath the episode or clip you want to remove, then select Remove Download.
How do I remove shows from my favourites?
Go to My Audio, then select Favourites. Select the more options icon underneath the show or podcast you want to remove, then select Remove Favourite.
Can I turn autoplay on or off?
Yes, select the profile icon in the top left corner, then scroll to Playback and use the toggle next to Autoplay to turn on or off.
Can I change the playback speed of podcasts and on-demand radio?
Yes, while something's playing, select Speed at the bottom of the screen and choose a setting from 0.5x up to 2.0x.
Is there a sleep timer?
RTÉ Listen does have a sleep timer. While you're playing live radio, a podcast or on-demand show, select the Timer icon at the bottom of the screen. You can choose a set time (5, 10, 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes) or have it stop at the end of the episode.
Can I cast or use Airplay with this app?
You can cast to a range of compatible devices, with support for other audio/home devices being worked on. Select the cast icon in the top right corner of any page. From there you can connect via Chromecast, or use AirPlay to send audio to a range of supported speakers, headphones or any other Apple devices on the same Wi-Fi - with more support being added soon.
Can I use Siri with the app?
You can use Siri to play or pause a show, skip forward or back, or search for content, all hands-free.
Is the website going to work the same as the new app?
We'll be rolling out new features and more content to RTÉ.ie/radio over the coming months to bring it closer in line with the app. In the meantime, all of RTÉ's audio content is still available on the website.
Known issues
We're always working to make the app better. We list any known problems here, but if you spot a bug, let us know at listensupport@rte.ie and we'll take a look.
- 3rd September 2026 - Pausing or interrupting your live RTÉ Radio 1 stream sometimes requires you to switch to another live station before being able to resume live RTÉ Radio 1.
Update: We've released a fix for this issue. If you're still experiencing it, please check your app store for the latest update. - 17th August 2026 - Our sharing links for individual episodes and clips are delivering a link to the show pages when shared.