5 days before a license expires the freeloader license client will automatically launch and request that a license is renewed and direct you to freeloader. Follow the instructions given and provided your subscription is still valid your license will be as good as new in no time.
For detailed instructions on downloading a license click here, (Virgin Media users click here).
In some cases you may be asked to renew your license by the freeloader license client, but the website will inform you that you still have a valid license. Click here for details.