Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Information about QVC's Operating Segments Narrative (Details)

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Information about QVC's Operating Segments Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2018
Dec. 31, 2017
Dec. 31, 2016
QVC-International      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Segment Cost Allocation $ 39 $ 36 $ 31
HSN, Inc.      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Segment Cost Allocation $ 8