Watch Sky Go with a VPN
Secure, throttle-free solution to watching Sky Go. Get set up in 5 minutes. Use ExpressVPN on all your devices to stream your favorite Sky TV shows, movies, and Sky Sports live and on demand.
Install simple apps on any device and connect to Sky Go instantly.
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How to use a VPN to watch Sky Go in 5 easy steps
Easy VPN setup to watch Sky TV
Watching Sky Go with a VPN is easy. Just follow these steps!
- Sign up for an ExpressVPN account.
- Download and install your VPN apps on all your devices.
- Connect to a VPN location in the UK or Ireland*.
- Enjoy your Sky Go programming!
4 tips for getting the best video quality with a Sky Go VPN
Suffering from buffering?
With a VPN, you don’t have to wait for your streams to load. Follow these tips to get the highest picture quality when you use the Sky Go player.
- Connect to the UK VPN location that gives you the best speeds (Sky Go recommends a minimum speed of 2 MB per second).
- Use an ethernet connection or go to a spot with the strongest Wi-Fi signal available.
- Close everything (tabs, windows, and apps) that might be using up your bandwidth.
- Turn off other devices that are connected to the internet, because they’re eating up bandwidth too.
Set up a VPN to watch Sky Go and Sky Go Extra on any compatible device
Sky Go lets Sky TV subscribers watch TV programming live and on demand. The Sky Go service is available for free to Sky TV subscribers in the United Kingdom and Ireland. A Sky TV subscription allows you to register up to two devices for Sky Go. If you want to register up to four devices to use with Sky Go, you can upgrade to Sky Go Extra.
Don’t waste your time fiddling around with DNS proxy servers. With ExpressVPN, you can spend less time tinkering and more time watching the things you love.
Use a VPN to watch Sky Go on all of your devices
When you use a Sky Go VPN, you can watch your favorite content securely, privately, and with unlimited bandwidth on the following devices:
- Smartphones: iPhone and Android
- Music devices: iPod Touch
- Tablets: iPad, Android, and Amazon Fire
- Computers: Windows and Mac
Use a VPN with Sky Go Extra for blazing fast downloads
With Sky Go Extra and a VPN router, you can watch Sky Go on the following game consoles:
- Xbox 360
- Xbox One
- PlayStation 3 (PS3)
- PlayStation 4 (PS4)
A Sky Go VPN could give your download speeds a boost by allowing you to bypass ISP bandwidth throttling.
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What can I watch with a Sky Go VPN?
As a Sky TV subscriber, a Sky Go VPN lets you enjoy your favorite programming that comes with your Sky TV package, with the added benefits of faster streaming speeds and stronger digital security and privacy.
Use a Sky Go VPN to watch your favorite programming, including content from these channels:
- Entertainment: SyFy, TLC, MTV, Fox, ITV, Comedy Central, and Viceland
- Kids: Disney Channel, Nickelodeon, Disney XD, Disney Junior, Nick Jr., and Cartoon Network
- Documentary: Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, History, and National Geographic
- Sports: Sky Sports 1, Sky Sports 2, Sky Sports 3, etc., and Eurosport
- Sky Cinema
Sky Go is everyone’s first choice for high-quality LIVE streams on Sky Sports from the Premier League, ICC Cricket World Cup, IRB Sevens World Series, Formula One, World Championship Boxing, and more.
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Get the best speeds for your Sky Go VPN
With ExpressVPN’s Speed Test for Windows, Mac, and Android, you can check the latency and download speed of each VPN location.
After you’ve run the Speed Test, connect to the UK VPN server location with the highest speed index and start watching Sky Go.
Learn more about the VPN speed test.
Get ExpressVPNFAQ: Using a VPN with Sky Go
Does ExpressVPN come with a Sky Go account?
ExpressVPN does not come with a Sky Go account. To watch Sky Go, you need to be a Sky TV subscriber.
Can I use my VPN to stream Sky Go on multiple devices?
Sky Go is compatible with most computers, mobile devices, and tablets, but you can only use Sky Go on two registered devices. ExpressVPN makes apps for all of the Sky Go–compatible devices.
You can upgrade your Sky Go account to Sky Go Extra, which would allow you to enjoy Sky Go on up to four registered devices. With a VPN router, you can use ExpressVPN with Sky Go Extra to watch programming on your Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS3, or PS4.
Will using a VPN affect the video quality?
In general, all VPNs have the potential to slow down your internet connection. But ExpressVPN is fast and most users don’t experience issues with buffering when they stream video.
In fact, sometimes a VPN may be able to boost your download speeds, especially if your internet service provider (ISP) throttles bandwidth on streaming video sites.
What else can I do with ExpressVPN?
ExpressVPN works with many other video-streaming services, including Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Video, BBC iPlayer, and more, so you can enjoy video content from all over the internet with enhanced security, privacy, and freedom.
Why use ExpressVPN to watch Sky Go TV?
Unlimited bandwidth
Binge-watch your favorite shows on Sky Go for hour and hours. No data limits, no bandwidth caps!
Watch more stuff
Use ExpressVPN to access videos on websites that are censored in some countries, such as YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.
Dedicated support
Get in touch with Support via 24/7 Live Chat if you run into any problems watching Sky Go with a VPN.
30-day money-back guarantee
If you aren’t satisfied with watching Sky Go with ExpressVPN, get a full refund within 30 days of your order.
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