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Does TiVo Desktop still work?

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Christopher Anderson

Published Feb 10, 2026

Does TiVo Desktop still work?

As of June 5, 2013, the free version of TiVo Desktop is discontinued. If you already have an existing copy of the free version of TiVo Desktop, it will still function normally – nothing has changed. New TiVo Desktop customers can purchase TiVo Desktop Plus to take advantage of the full set of Desktop features.

How does TiVo BOLT work?

TiVo BOLT works with your existing cable service. To access all your cable channels, order a CableCARD™ (M-Card) from your cable provider. This small card simply plugs into the bottom of your TiVo BOLT. After completing the guided setup, select Test Channels to make sure you can view all of your cable programming.

What is TiVo Desktop?

TiVo Desktop is an easy-to-use application that lets you publish and share digital music, photos and TiVo recordings between your networked TiVo Series2 DVR and your computer. Digital Music & Photos and the TiVoToGo feature come included with your regular paid subscription to the TiVo service.

How do I transfer files from TiVo to computer?

Starting the Transfer You can select multiple shows for transfer to the PC. Simply click the checkbox next to each show you wish to move. Once you have selected all of the shows you want to transfer to the PC click Start Transfer. The TiVo Desktop software will now start moving the selected programming to your PC.

Does TiVo Desktop work with Windows 10?

Note: TiVo Desktop Plus requires Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or later, Windows Vista, or Windows 7, 8 or 10.

Does TiVo Desktop work with TiVo bolt?

TiVo Desktop/ Desktop Plus: Compatibility x) and earlier DVRs. TiVo Desktop/ Desktop Plus may work on TiVo BOLT Series UESs but is not supported; the Plex App, TiVo App for iOS, and TiVo App for Android can be used to achieve the same results.

Will TiVo bolt work without CableCARD?

If you do not insert a CableCARD decoder into your TiVo device, it will not be able to receive digital cable TV. It will receive broadband content, as long your UES/DVR is connected to the Internet through your home network.

Does TiVo Bolt have built in WIFI?

The TiVo EDGE, TiVo BOLT and TiVo Roamio Series feature an integrated wireless adapter that requires no additional setup or equipment. IMPORTANT: For the built-in wireless feature to work, your network name (SSID) must be visible.

How do I get recordings off my TiVo box?

This feature is available on:

  1. Sign in to online.tivo.com using your TiVo.com username and password.
  2. Click ‘Manage.
  3. Click ‘Transfer Recordings.
  4. On the left side of the screen, use the drop-town menu to choose the TiVo box from which you want to transfer recordings.
  5. Select the recordings to transfer.

How do I backup my TiVo?

How to Back Up a TiVo Drive

  1. Download TiVo Desktop from Tivo.com.
  2. Start the TiVo Desktop program on your PC, or if you’re using a Mac, launch Roxio Toast’s TiVo Transfer program.
  3. Select “Pick recordings to transfer.” This screen will show all the programming stored on your TiVo.

How do I convert my TiVo recordings to MP4?

For such a case, you can first decrypt the TiVo files to MPG or TS in KMTTG and then use another video converter, such as Free HD Video Converter Factory, to convert the decrypted videos to MP4 or other popular video formats you want. That’s all for how to convert TIVO to MP4 for free.

Is there a TiVo app for PC?

TiVo Desktop/ Desktop Plus is supported on Roamio Series -TiVo Experience 3 (software version 20. TiVo Desktop/ Desktop Plus may work on TiVo BOLT Series UESs but is not supported; the Plex App, TiVo App for iOS, and TiVo App for Android can be used to achieve the same results.