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The Real, Working Solution To Unblock Netflix Everywhere
We tested -- then tested some more. Here's what really works to unblock Netflix.
If you thought getting US Netflix outside the US was impossible, we have good news. After Netflix started cracking down on various unblocking methods, we set out on an exhaustive search to see if any approach still worked.
Want to unblock Netflix in other regions? See Step 2 below.
What we found is that Netflix won some battles, but not the war. You can still unblock US Netflix in Canada, the UK, Australia and elsewhere. And it's fast and reliable.
The winner of our rigorous testing is NordVPN. NordVPN is fully tested and working to unblock Netflix everywhere. And we use it ourselves, so we know it works great. Right now, you can get their limited-time deal -- now just $2.75/month.
This VPN service is one of the few that reliably works to bypass the Netflix regional restrictions. (See the list of services that don't work below.) Plus, to back up their service, NordVPN has a no-questions-asked 30-day money-back guarantee so you can try it yourself risk-free. So get ready to watch thousands of new shows and movies on US Netflix.
What Is NordVPN?
Like all VPNs, NordVPN is an online privacy and security tool. It keeps your personal information private while you're online. Because of this, it also lets users unblock Netflix, plus other streaming services and websites. It uses what's called a 'Virtual Private Network' (VPN) to bypass the Netflix geo-blockers, so you can watch Netflix in countries outside of your own -- including Netflix US, Canada, UK, and Netherlands. That means you can watch tons of new movies and TV shows that you couldn't get on Netflix before. MORE: What Is A VPN?
What Do I Need To Get US Netflix Abroad?
All you need is a Netflix account (created in any country, it doesn't matter), and an NordVPN account (just $2.75/month for a limited time).
Why Would I Want To Unblock Netflix In Other Regions?
You wouldn't -- unless you want to get thousands of extra movies and TV shows for your same Netflix subscription fee. If you DON'T want to watch tons of new titles that aren't available on your in-country version of Netflix US/Canada/UK/Netherlands/etc., then forget it.
See, Netflix doesn't give everybody access to the same shows and movies. People in Canada get access to one selection of titles, and people in the US get a different selection. So by getting access to the U.S. selection of shows and movies, you can instantly quadruple your Netflix library.
The reverse is also true. If you're in the US and get access to Netflix Canada, UK, etc. you will add thousands of titles to your Netflix collection. It's pretty cool, if we do say so ourselves.
Netflix is always changing, but here are just a few of the titles available right now on different Netflix versions:
The Martian, Netflix Canada; The Avengers, Netflix UK; How To Train Your Dragon 2, Netflix US; The Hangover, Netflix Netherlands; Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Netflix UK; Big Hero 6, Netflix Netherlands; Sons of Anarchy, Netflix US; Inception, Netflix Netherlands; 30 Rock, Netflix US; and many more.
What Devices Can I Use?
You can watch Netflix on your favorite devices with NordVPN:
+ Laptop or desktop computer with the NordVPN app for Mac / Windows / Linux
+ On your smartphone or tablet using their apps for iOS and Android
+ On Apple TV, Roku, Xbox, and other streaming devices by setting up NordVPN on your router
Does This Really Work?
Yes. NordVPN works very well to unblock Netflix US, UK, Canada, Netherlands, and other regions. It works for people in the UK, Canada, and elsewhere around the world. It works even after the Netflix crackdowns earlier this year and just last month in the UK. NordVPN has stood up to a lot that Netflix has tried to throw at it, and it's still unblocking away, very reliably.
Which services don't work?
We tested a lot that didn't work at all to unblock Netflix, despite their claims. None of these actually work to get US Netflix abroad:
Blockless, CactusVPN, Unlocator, PureVPN, Unblock Us, Flixed, UnoTelly, TunnelBear VPN, OverPlay, VPN4All, Expat Telly, AceVPN, Getflix, WiTopia VPN, Private Internet Access
The difference with NordVPN is that their technology is sophisticated enough to get around the roadblocks Netflix throws up. Fully-private servers and state-of-the-art security measures get the job done.
Some other services worked as well -- some of the time, sort of. We tested a LOT in the course of our research that worked one day but not the next, dropped connections, were painfully slow, and were just a general pain-in-the-ass to use. But NordVPN performs almost flawlessly, with nearly perfect uptime. Plus, it's super fast, really easy to set up and use, their money-back, 30-day guarantee shows they stand behind their service. They have 24/7 support via live chat if you run into any problems.
We also found two worthy of the 'runner-up' category: ExpressVPN and VyprVPN. ExpressVPN worked great to unblock US Netflix, but it's more expensive than NordVPN with no improvement in performance. VyprVPN also performed very well, but they have had some spotty service in certain areas. That said, both got the job done and we were pleased with the streaming quality, even if not super impressed, so they're worth a try if you want. ExpressVPN has a 30-day money-back guarantee. VyprVPN has a 3-day free trial.
OK, I'm Ready To Try It. How Do I Set It Up?
Follow these simple steps to set up what we found as best way to unblock Netflix, NordVPN, and you'll be watching new Netflix content in about 5 minutes. Here's what you need to do.
> Step 1
For a limited time, NordVPN is only $2.75/month for a 3-year plan if you like it and decide to keep it.
After you sign up, download the NordVPN app for the device you want to watch Netflix on.
> Step 2
Connect to a US server (or other server to get Netflix in other regions)
Open the NordVPN app and connect to a server. To unblock Netflix US, connect to a US server. If you want Netflix Canada, connect to a Canada server. For Netflix UK, connect to a UK server, and so on. Switching between regions to get Netflix titles available anywhere only takes a click. Just turn the app off to go back to your home version of Netflix.
> Step 3
Start Watching US Netflix
That's it -- now just log in to your Netflix account and you'll be able to watch all of the TV shows and movies on US Netflix. You'll know you're watching the US version when you can get the show '30 Rock.' There are no limits to how much you can watch, and you don't have to worry about changing any settings. Just stream and enjoy.
30-day money-back guarantee
We think you'll be very pleased with how well NordVPN works to give you access to Netflix US. After all our searching and testing, we put it up there as the best service with a reliable way to unblock Netflix, plus the resources to keep it unblocked. And again, we've done a lot of looking. It is practically flawless, and the streaming speeds are super fast. After being disappointed by other services, it's so nice to use something that just WORKS. No more stream-fail anxiety! So take advantage of their 100% money-back guarantee to give it a shot and see what you've been missing.
NordVPN does a lot more than just unblock Netflix. It will also let you unblock tons of great TV and sports sites around the world -- ABC, NBC, BBC, CBS, Amazon Video, Eurosport, ABC, HBO, iTV, and many more. More on using NordVPN to unblock websites and stream live sports.