The internet is said to have unlocked a whole new age of information access. If that’s true, then the VPN has unlocked a whole new level of access, allowing users to parachute into any country of the world for the purposes of watching different content. We look at how a VPN does this, and the way that using a VPN will expand your streaming options.
Using a VPN Means No More Geo-Blocking
There are few things more frustrating than finding a link to your favorite show, or an item that you wish to purchase, just to find out when you click that it’s not available in your region.
This is geo-blocking, and it’s a huge pain—to anyone that doesn’t have a VPN, that is. Essentially, companies are given licenses to stream or sell content in certain geographical regions, and are required to reject attempts to access their content from outside of these regions. Hence, the existence of geo-blocking.
The beauty of a VPN, however, is that it connects you to an internet provider in whatever location you select. That means that if you want to watch the latest episode of Survivor Season 43, but it’s only available to stream on CBS for viewers in America, all that’s required is to switch your VPN to the USA, then click on the CBS website and you’ll be able to watch Survivor.
With a VPN, geo-blocking becomes a thing of the past and your streaming options are opened up immensely.
Stream on Restricted Networks With a VPN
Some networks, such as schools and workplaces, often put a restriction on what content can be watched through their IP address.
This can mean that on these networks, it’s not possible to watch YouTube, access social media or stream shows. Here’s where a VPN comes in handy. By connecting to a VPN, your internet will be routed through a different IP address, meaning that those same restrictions that apply to your colleagues or classmates will no longer apply to you.
Now you can be streaming your favorite movies with a VPN at work or school with ease. This might not be the best idea, but it’s still great to have it as an option for a rainy day.
A VPN Can Save You Money When You Stream
Say that there’s a new movie coming out that you really want to watch, and are willing to pay to purchase a streaming subscription to do so.
Using a VPN to do this can save you money. Here’s how: In different countries, streaming services are priced differently. India, for example, has a large population and low median income, so various streaming services have charged much less for their services when purchased in India, as opposed to a country like Finland which has a smaller population and much higher average income. In other regions, domestic competition or government regulation may drive prices down as well.
By using a VPN and setting it to a country where streaming services are cheaper, than purchasing your subscription from that region, you can save money while streaming your favorite shows.
