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Important: If you are connected to the VPN but cannot access certain content, refer to this guide. For immediate assistance, contact the ExpressVPN Support Team.
Note: ExpressVPN is a privacy and security service and must not be used for copyright infringement. Use of the service to access, stream, or download content in violation of copyright laws, to circumvent geographic restrictions imposed by content providers, or to engage in any other unlawful activity is strictly prohibited and constitutes a breach of our Terms of Service. Users are solely responsible for ensuring their use of the service complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and third-party terms.

ExpressVPN lets you securely access a variety of streaming services and home subscriptions. Streaming with ExpressVPN enhances your viewing experience by reducing lag and avoiding bandwidth throttling by your internet service provider.

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Streaming services compatible with ExpressVPN
Before accessing the streaming service
Access the streaming service
Troubleshoot streaming issues

Streaming services compatible with ExpressVPN

You can use ExpressVPN to securely access a variety of streaming services, including:

See the full list of streaming services compatible with ExpressVPN.

Note: To comply with the platform’s Terms of Use and ExpressVPN Terms of Service, you should connect to a server location that matches the country where you are currently located.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Before accessing the streaming service

Before accessing a streaming service, you will need:

  • An active ExpressVPN subscription.
  • The ExpressVPN app.
  • The ExpressVPN browser extension.
  • An account with the streaming service. (Note: Some platforms require your account to be registered in the same region you are streaming from.)

Tip: On Windows and Mac, streaming services generally work best through a web browser. On mobile or streaming media devices, it is best to use the service’s official app.

To set up the ExpressVPN app and browser extension, refer to the instructions specific to your device below.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Access the streaming service

Refer to the instructions corresponding to your device.

Windows or Mac

  1. Download and set up the ExpressVPN app:
  2. Download and set up the ExpressVPN browser extension.
  3. In the app, click the VPN tab, then > next to Selected Location.
  4. Connect to a VPN server location that matches your home country. (If there is more than one server location available for your country, choose the one that is closest to your physical location.)
  5. Check your IP address and run a DNS leak test to verify you are connected to the VPN successfully.
  6. Access the streaming service.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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iOS or Android

  1. Download and set up the ExpressVPN app:
  2. In the app, tap Change to open the list of available servers.The ExpressVPN mobile app dashboard showing "Not Protected" status, with a green highlight box surrounding the "Fastest Location" (Hong Kong - 2) selection bar.
  3. Connect to a VPN server location that matches your home country. (If there is more than one server location available for your country, choose the one that is closest to your physical location.)
  4. Check your IP address and run a DNS leak test to verify you are connected to the VPN successfully.
  5. Access the streaming service.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Linux

  1. Download and set up the ExpressVPN app for Linux.
  2. Download and set up the ExpressVPN browser extension.
  3. Connect to a VPN server location that matches your home country:
    • In the GUI app: In the app, click the VPN tab, then > next to Selected Location, and choose a server from the list.
    • In CLI: Run the following command:
      expressvpn connect
      (If there is more than one server location available for your country, choose the one that is closest to your physical location.)
  4. Check your IP address and run a DNS leak test to verify you are connected to the VPN successfully.
  5. Access the streaming service.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Streaming media devices or smart TVs

The ExpressVPN app is compatible with select streaming media devices that support built-in VPNs:

If you have these streaming media devices:

  1. In your device’s app store, download and set up the ExpressVPN app:
  2. In the app, select "Right" icon..
  3. Connect to a VPN server location that matches your home country. (If there is more than one server location available for your country, choose the one that is closest to your physical location.)
  4. Check your IP address and run a DNS leak test to verify you are connected to the VPN successfully.
  5. Access the streaming service.

If you do not have a compatible streaming device or a smart TV that supports built-in VPNs, you can:

  1. Set up a VPN connection with a virtual VPN router.
  2. Connect to a VPN server location that matches your home country. (If there is more than one server location available for your country, choose the one that is closest to your physical location.)
  3. Check your IP address and run a DNS leak test to verify you are connected to the VPN successfully.
  4. Access the streaming service.

You can also set up MediaStreamer on your device to access particular streaming services.

Note: MediaStreamer is not a VPN and does not offer the privacy and security benefits of a VPN. MediaStreamer does not have a graphical user interface. You cannot change locations on MediaStreamer.

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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ExpressVPN for routers

Important: ExpressVPN for routers requires a compatible Asus, Linksys, or Netgear router.

You can set up ExpressVPN for routers and connect your devices to the router for streaming.

  1. Download and set up ExpressVPN for routers.
  2. Connect to a VPN server location that matches your home country. (If there is more than one server location available for your country, choose the one that is closest to your physical location.)
  3. Check your IP address and run a DNS leak test to verify you are connected to the VPN successfully.
  4. Connect your device to the router running ExpressVPN.
  5. Access the streaming service.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Casting and mirroring

Casting and mirroring are wireless technologies that allow you to play content from your device on a streaming media device or smart TV.

To cast or mirror content while connected to the VPN, follow the instructions for:

Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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Troubleshoot streaming issues

If you are encountering issues with ExpressVPN not working with your streaming service, refer to these guides:

Important: If you are still having issues with ExpressVPN not working with a specific streaming service, or if the issue is not mentioned in these guides, contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.

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