Through cable networks, the channel is accessible to about 50,000 homes in Liechtenstein and a small portion of its neighboring Switzerland.

On 15 August 2008, 1 FL TV began operation after being licensed by the Liechtenstein government under the leadership of businessman Peter Kölbel.

[2][3] It broadcasts in German and is a business venture led by Austrian businesswoman Beatrix Schartl after Kölbel's death.

If 1 FL TV becomes an active member of the European Broadcasting Union, then Liechtenstein may have its national representation in Eurovision.

On 9 August 2022, the managing director of 1 FL TV, Sandra Woldt, announced that the company would no longer seek EBU membership and participation in the Eurovision Song Contest.