For two decades, Zattoo has been shaping the way people watch television. What began in 2005 with a clear vision has since become an established TV streaming platform in Europe. At the time, the idea of legal, accessible live TV over the internet was ahead of its time.
In 2006, we achieved a technological breakthrough by streaming the FIFA World Cup live to PCs. A lot has happened since then. Zattoo has grown, evolved, and reached millions of people along the way.
Today, several million people use our services regularly. Our platform works seamlessly on all major devices and meets the technological standards of leading telecom providers.
This page doesn’t just celebrate our journey, it also reflects on two decades of television milestones. We revisit iconic TV moments, give our users a voice, and showcase what makes Zattoo truly special.
And of course, no birthday is complete without presents… 😉
Welcome to a journey through 20 years of Zattoo.
Zattoo was founded
Starting pistol in Switzerland
Hello Germany
Zattoo is available on iOS for the first time
Zattoo Launches Replay TV and Expands Device Reach
New focus on big screen TV
Zattoo comes to Austria
We are climate neutral
Zattoo Home with Init7 launches in Switzerland
Our new Zattoothek is being launched
Zattoo offers a complete TV experience at home
From legendary World Cup finals and iconic Eurovision performances to unforgettable series premieres – with Zattoo, you’ve witnessed the biggest TV events of the past two decades live. Here you’ll find the highlights that made history and aired on our platform.
World Cup 2006
A nation in football fever. Germany dances, laughs, and dreams. The 2006 World Cup kicks off. And for the first time, you’re watching it live with Zattoo.
Lena Wins Eurovision 2010
Satellite. A perfect landing. Lena brings Eurovision back after 28 years.
While all of Germany celebrates, you’re right in the middle of it.
The 2012 Summer Games
The 2012 Summer Games in London blend sport, spectacle, and British humour with Mr. Bean at the piano in an unforgettable opening.
Germany Wins the 2014 World Cup
In 2014, Germany claims its fourth World Cup title in Brazil with team spirit, tactics, and a goal by Götze.
2015: Nico Rosberg Wins Formula 1 Finale
On November 22, 2015, Nico Rosberg celebrates his third consecutive victory in Abu Dhabi, breaking Hamilton’s dominance on his path to the 2016 title.
Start of the COVID-19 Pandemic
As the world came to a standstill, the screen remained.
Talk shows, news, debates: with Zattoo, you stay informed.
Nemo Wins Eurovision 2024
The Code cracks Europe. Nemo makes music history with a Eurovision victory for Switzerland.
Eurovision 2025 in Basel
Wasted Love wins over Europe. JJ brings the 2025 Eurovision victory to Austria, live from Basel.
An unforgettable evening full of emotion, voices, and spectacle.
For our 20th birthday, some of our users sent us personal messages and memories. Here, we’re sharing a selection of these messages. Thank you for your loyalty and for being part of the Zattoo journey all these years.
Dear Zattoo,
I’ve been with you practically from the very beginning and really appreciate what you offer. I especially like the wide range of channels and the time-shift features. I use Zattoo on my PC, phone, and TV. I'm looking forward to continuing with Zattoo in the future.
Ernst
Hello Zattoo Team,
Until 2010, I had two residences, but only one had a TV. Thanks to Zattoo, I was able to watch television over the internet using my laptop. I also appreciated the ability to record shows and watch them later. By the way, spouses don’t always share the same TV interests.
Werner
I was at the Zattoo party in Oerlikon back then and fondly remember how it all began. For many years, I subscribed to Zattoo via Orange, and later through Salt. Eventually, I switched to a direct subscription with Zattoo. I warmly congratulate you on your 20th anniversary and wish you continued success and all the best for the future.
Gilbert Pierre
I was introduced to Zattoo by my children and instantly fell in love with the service. I wouldn’t want to be without it anymore — especially not without my favourite, Heimatkanal! There are so many TV moments that have stayed with me and continue to make lasting memories!
A heartfelt thank you for Zattoo.
Hansruedi
I’ve been a Zattoo member for a very long time and will continue to be in the future because Zattoo offers an incredibly diverse range of programming and gives you great flexibility on the go.
Alen
At 78 years old and after 15 years with Zattoo, I’m still very satisfied. Zattoo fully meets almost all my needs when it comes to the number of channels, the ability to record, catch up on missed shows, and access the media library at a fair subscription price. Thank you to the Zattoo team for your great work. Please keep it up.
Peter
What’s a birthday without presents? That’s why we’re giving away a brand-new LG Smart TV (LG OLED evo C4, 55 inches) to one lucky winner who fills out the entry form between June 16 and June 19, 2025.
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The LG OLED evo TV C4 — where innovation meets elegance.
The winner will be notified by email after the giveaway ends.
Enter nowOne more highlight for you …
Simply start a free Ultimate trial between June 16 and June 30, 2025, and you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win 1 of 20 Ultimate annual subscriptions. Enjoy access to many Full HD channels, 4 simultaneous streams, recordings, live pause, and much more.
Test for freeWinners will be notified via the email address provided during registration. Terms and conditions.