How to Get and Use VPN on Roku to Unblock Geo Restrictions

VPN is abbreviated as Virtual Private Network. This technology is used to unblock geo-restricted content. For Example, CTV app is only available in the Canadian region. If in case you are trying to access the CTV app outside Canada, you won’t be able to access it. In this scenario, you can connect to a VPN to stream the CTV app anywhere in the world. Moreover, the VPN uses an encrypted server that allows you to browse any content on your device privately. Moreover, you can also connect a VPN on Roku to unblock all the geo-restrictions.

VPN-Supported Roku Device Models

You can use the VPN on the following Roku device models:

• Roku Streaming Stick 4K
• Roku Streaming Stick 4K Plus
• Roku Express
• Roku Streambar
• Latest Roku TVs

Also, old Roku device models like Roku 1, Roku 2, and Roku LT support the use of the VPN.

Which VPN Should I Choose 

NordVPN is one of the best VPNs that you can choose to browse on the internet privately. This VPN has more than 5000 servers around 59 countries. It has features like no log policy that restricts the tracking of data while you are connected to the VPN. You will also get 24/7 customer support from experts if you have any issues with the VPN service. You can check out the latest NordVPN Black Friday Sale at VPNblackfriday.

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Can you Use VPN on Roku

Unfortunately, Roku OS-based devices do not support VPN apps and software. So, if you want to take advantage of a VPN, you need to apply some tricks to avoid Geo restrictions while using Roku TV. You can set up a VPN on an intermediary device like a wifi router and connect the Roku to it.

Pre-Requirements

The following are the Pre-Requirements to set up the VPN on Roku.

1. A VPN-Supported Router

2. A VPN app

3. Windows PC

4. Mac PC

How to Connect VPN on Roku

There are three ways to Connect VPN on Roku. They are:

• With VPN Supported Router
• Create a Virtual VPN Router Using Windows PC
• Create a Virtual VPN Router Using Mac PC

Setup VPN on Roku with VPN Supported Router

If you have a VPN Supported Router, you can easily set up the VPN on Roku.

1. Purchase a VPN-supported Router. Next, connect it to a power source and turn it on.

2. Get a subscription from a VPN Service provider like NordVPN.

3. Next, open a web browser from a smartphone or PC and log in with your Router account credentials.

Note: The following steps only apply to the TP-Link Router.

4. Hit the Advanced tab from the upper right corner.

5. From the left pane, select VPN Client.

6. From the Server List section, click on the Add button.

7. In the description, enter NordVPN and VPN type as OpenVPN.

8. Enter the NordVPN credentials.

9. To get the configuration file, visit https://nordvpn.com/servers/tools/.

10. Choose the VPN server you want and download the UDP or TCP configuration file.

11. Go to your Router’s web page and upload the configuration file. Then, save the changes.

12. Next, go to the Device List and add your Roku device with the Mac address. After that, enable VPN access for it.

The above process varies from your Router brand. So, if you have a Router brand other than TP-Link, the tutorial from the official website of NordVPN will help you through this.

Once you complete the above process, connect your Roku to wifi using your VPN router. Next, restart your Roku, and you will get the services of the VPN on your Roku device.

Create a Virtual VPN Router Using Windows PC

[1] Download and install NordVPN on your PC from its official website.

[2] From the taskbar, click on the WiFi icon and open Network & Internet Settings.

[3] Choose Mobile Hotspot from the panel and turn the Share my Internet connection with other devices toggle on.

[4] Now choose Status from the panel and click on Change Adapter Options.

[5] Under the Adapter options, right-click on your Internet source.

[6] Choose Properties from the context menu.

[7] From the top, go to Sharing section.

[8] Check the Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s Internet connection box.

[9] Select the Home networking connection to the hotspot that you are sharing.

[9] Click on OK to save the settings.

[10] Now launch the VPN service on your PC and set the region you need to connect.

Create a Virtual VPN Router Using Mac

[1] Click on the Apple logo and choose the System Preference option from the menu.

[2] Select Network Settings and set up a new VPN network.

[3] Select the Interface as VPN and set the VPN type as per your provider.

[4] Also, give any name to your server and click on Create.

[5] Open the created VPN and open the authentication settings.

[6] Set up a password to the service and click on OK to proceed further.

[7] Then, click on Advanced and check the Send all traffic over VPN connection box.

[8] Click on OK to save the changes you made.

[9] Once the setup process is done, select the Network and click on Connect.

[10] Now get back to System Preferences and choose Sharing.

[11] In sharing, check Internet sharing and also check the WiFi box.

[12] Enter the required details like Network name, channel, security, password, and verify password in the respective field.

[13] Once all are filled out, click on Done to finish the process.

Connecting Roku to the Virtual VPN Network

Once the VPN setup is done on your PC, reset your Roku device to default settings.

[1] Ensure the location of your Roku account and the VPN server you want to connect to are the same. Visit my.roku.com to change the location of your Roku account.

[2] Press the Home button on your Roku remote.

[3] Choose Settings from the menu and select Network.

[4] Choose Set up Connection and select Wireless.

[5] Select the virtually created WiFi hotspot which you have set up before.

[6] Now you have successfully connected your Roku to the VPN service.

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