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Our specialists share their knowledge about best practices of using VPN and Smart DNS. They write about how useful these services can be and what you can use them for.

How to Watch Channel 4 Outside UK

A lot of TV programming is nowhere near the standard Channel 4 has and they continue to hit it out of the park time after time. It’s a shame that it can’t be accessed from anywhere but the UK. Luckily though there is Smart DNS to help you watch Channel 4 outside UK.

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The Easy and Smart Way to Watch Amazon Prime Abroad

Amazon Prime Video is an amazing platform - tons of content, easy to use, very accessible. It’s just too bad that - in certain situations - you might not be able to watch Amazon Prime abroad. Whether you’re on holiday, an expat, or working abroad, not being able to watch your favorite movies and shows is annoying.

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How to Watch iTV Abroad

Yes, there are a lot of geo-restricted websites that can be unblocked with the newest and easiest method that was recently invented called Smart DNS service. iTV Hub is another website worth to be unblocked and we will tell you more about it in the following. We will light up the easiest way to watch iTV abroad from anywhere you would be - from anywhere in the world.

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How to Watch Hulu Outside US

If you are into Hulu, you probably know that it is an amazing source of streaming TV. You enjoy your favorite TV shows, your favorite movies, favorite episodes. Unfortunately, like in every nice sounding story there is another part of it, a part which is more or less sad. Streaming videos of Hulu are currently offered only to users in the United States. But there is an innovative method that was created to wide the opportunity to watch Hulu outside US.

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How to Watch Sling TV Outside US

Sling TV is a premier streaming service with content from a huge array of channels, covering just about every corner of broadcasting. But if you’re trying to access the site from outside the US, the odds are that geo-restrictions will prevent you from making the most of the available content. That’s where we come in.

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How to Watch VH1 Outside US

The American VH1 can be accessed from US only. That’s why when you are traveling or let’s say you simply live in a different place than USA and trying to access www.vh1.com, you probably get a message that warns you that this website is not available in your country. This is because the American VH1 is blocked for the users located outside of US.

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How to Watch Sky Sports in USA Online

Sky Sports is one of the biggest sports broadcasters around, with comprehensive coverage of a huge range of events. However, due to geo-restrictions, many countries around the world are unable to watch Sky Sports online. That’s where SmartyDNS comes in. We give sports fans everything they need to watch Sky Sports in USA online and a lot of other sport channels.

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How to Get WWE Network Unblocked

WWE is the biggest wrestling promoter in the world. They’re globally renowned, but many fans may not be able to access WWE Network online streaming events. That’s where we come in. With our help, you can dodge geo-restrictions and watch WWE Network matches and shows with zero difficulty. Read on to find out exactly how to watch WWE Network with SmartyDNS.

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How to Unblock beIN Sports

Most sport streaming websites like beIN Sports use geo-location to restrict access to their services to only a couple of privileged, high-converting countries. We are here to help you move past that, so here’s how to unblock beIN Sports with Smart DNS and watch your favorite games online.

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How to Watch Freeform Outside US

Not having access to video streaming platforms can be a nightmare. And considering the huge number of shows you can watch on Freeform, it would be a shame to miss out just because of geo-restrictions. That is why you can now watch Freeform outside US with SmartyDNS.

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How to Get Crackle Unblocked

Crackle is a great entertainment platform, but it’s a huge shame it isn’t available worldwide. Don’t worry, though - there are ways to get Crackle unblocked anywhere in the world, and we’re going those show you exactly how to do it.

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How to Hide Your IP Address on Android Devices

Using an Android device to connect to the web is extremely convenient and satisfying. The whole Internet is literally at your fingertips anywhere you are in the world - and it’s all topped with a user-friendly interface. The only way to improve all that is to also hide your IP address while using an Android device.

Why? Well, in this article we’re going to show you exactly why you need to do that, and also how to hide your IP address on Android devices too.

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Smart DNS vs. VPN - Which Option Is Right for You?

Smart DNS vs. VPN - the debate has been going on for some time, and if you’re like most online users, you likely want to find out which service offers you the better online experience.

Well, in this article, we’ll give you a quick rundown of what both services are, how they work, what their pros and cons are, and we’ll take a look at which one you should use in certain situations.

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How to Use Booking.com in Turkey

Having trouble accessing Booking.com in Turkey? It’s not very surprising - the feud between the online booking platform and the Turkish government has been going on for some time.

Don’t worry, though - we’ll show you how to use Booking.com in Turkey with extreme ease in this article. Continue reading “How to Use Booking.com in Turkey”

How to Unblock iHeartRadio Outside US Territory

Looking to relax listening to your favorite artists on iHeartRadio? As enjoyable as that sounds, it’s often met with disappointment by people trying to access iHeartRadio outside US territory because the service isn’t available in that case. Don’t worry, though - we’ll show you exactly how to quickly and easily get iHeartRadio unblocked if you’re dealing with that issue. Continue reading “How to Unblock iHeartRadio Outside US Territory”

How to Unblock Websites at School (6 Methods)

Using the Internet to learn at school is definitely enjoyable. However, what’s not enjoyable is having to put up with annoying network restrictions that prevent you from accessing the websites you want. After all, maybe you want to watch a YouTube video or two after studying for half an hour, and not being able to do something as basic as that can harm your motivation.

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How to Get Crunchyroll Unblocked Fully

If you’re into anime and manga, you’ve likely heard of Crunchyroll - a website with tons to offer in terms of East Asian content. It’s just a shame that if you’re not from the US, you’ll have to settle for less shows, and find a way to get Crunchyroll unblocked fully.

If that’s what you want, we’ve got you covered. This article will show you why some Crunchyroll content is blocked, and what kind of Crunchyroll unblocker you can use to enjoy everything the platform has to offer. Continue reading “How to Get Crunchyroll Unblocked Fully”

9 Reasons You Should Use a Ubuntu VPN

Ubuntu is a pretty safe operating system, and is generally considered more privacy-oriented than other OSs because of its open-source nature. As a result, many Ubuntu users (including you) probably never thought they’d need to use a VPN if they’re using this OS.

Well, the reality is there are actually plenty of good reasons to use a Ubuntu VPN, which we’ll discuss in this article. But before we get to that, here’s a quick definition of what a VPN actually is.

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Want to Watch UK TV Abroad? Here’s What You Need to Do

Whether you live outside the UK or are a UK citizen away on a long vacation or gone abroad for work, you’d probably like to relax sometimes with some UK entertainment. We know that feeling, but there’s just one problem - you can’t actually watch UK TV abroad since the content is only available in the country.

Don’t worry, though - in this quick, informative article we’ll show you exactly how to watch UK TV abroad with ease.

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How to Watch ABC in UK Without Any Difficulties

Love the content on display on ABC but are frustrated you can’t enjoy it from across the pond? We know how annoying it can be - especially if you are an US expat or on vacation in the UK since it’s the kind of content you’d normally have access to back home.

Well, no need to worry since we’ve got your back. Here’s how to watch ABC in UK without having to deal with any stress and pesky content restrictions. Continue reading “How to Watch ABC in UK Without Any Difficulties”

Here’s How You Can Easily Watch NBC in UK

NBC is quite the versatile platform - what with all the shows, sports, and news you have in one place. It’s just too bad you can’t enjoy and watch NBC in UK (or anywhere else in the world) because it’s not available outside the US.

And yes, those restrictions apply to you even if you’re a US expat living in the UK or just a US citizen who is vacationing there.

But don’t worry - we’ll show you how to watch NBC in UK with this quick and informative article. Continue reading “Here’s How You Can Easily Watch NBC in UK”

We Just Unblocked 12 More Websites for You!

We’ve got great news for you - we listened to your feedback, and we unblocked 12 more websites from the US, Switzerland, and Germany that you can access using our Smart DNS service. Here’s an overview of all of the new content you’ll get to enjoy: Continue reading “We Just Unblocked 12 More Websites for You!”

How to Watch NOW TV Abroad Hassle-Free

With all the amazing content on display, it’s truly a shame you can’t watch NOW TV abroad to your heart’s content without encountering problematic obstacles that stand in the way of your entertainment.

Luckily, there’s a workaround to your problem, and we’re going to show you exactly what you need to do.

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How to Easily Watch ESPN in Canada

Want to watch ESPN in Canada but are bummed out you simply can’t access its content? We know how frustrating it can be given how many decent sports ESPN’s programming features.

Well, don’t worry - we’ll show you exactly what you need to do to bypass any restrictions that stand in your way! Continue reading “How to Easily Watch ESPN in Canada”

Here’s the Easy Way to Watch Sky Go Abroad

Sky Go is a great platform, but you are likely to encounter obstacles or annoyances when trying to watch Sky Go abroad in Europe.

Don’t worry, though - in this article, we’ll show you exactly how you can access Sky Go in Europe, and discuss why the service is often restricted. Continue reading “Here’s the Easy Way to Watch Sky Go Abroad”

Unblocked music sites and more, thanks to SmartyDNS

Certain music services are only available in some countries, musical productions are only available to residents from certain locations etc. For a music lover, this can be a huge issue. That is why SmartyDNS comes to the rescue and provides a list of unblocked music sites which will bring you closer to the ideal of limitless music.

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Is VPN Necessary for Various Online Activities?

Is a VPN necessary every time you’re on the Internet, or do you just need to use one under special circumstances?

While a VPN can be a useful tool, it’s understandable if you might have certain doubts about whether or not you need to run it whenever you want to do something online.

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You Can Now Unblock 6 Australian Websites with SmartyDNS

Australia has a ton of entertaining, informative, and interesting content to offer the world. Too bad it’s only available in the country and nowhere else.

Well, we decided to change that. Whether you live in a different country, are an expat, or just traveling abroad Australia, you now can enjoy up to 6 Australian websites with our service.

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How to Watch Sports Without Cable

Looking to get rid of cable TV but are afraid you might not be able to watch your favorite sports channels and matches anymore?

Don’t worry - here’s how to watch sports without cable with ease, and how to overcome any obstacles you might encounter. Continue reading “How to Watch Sports Without Cable”

How to Easily Unblock Radio Stations Online

Can’t listen to your favorite tunes without having to unblock radio websites first? You’re not alone - many people worldwide have to unblock Internet radio sites before they can enjoy what they offer.

If that’s something you’re struggling with, don’t worry - we’ll show you exactly what you can do to access the most popular radio streaming websites from anywhere in the world.

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Here’s How Easy It Is to Watch ITV in USA

Can’t watch ITV in USA, and feeling frustrated because of that? We understand - the website has plenty of great entertainment to choose from, but most of it is restricted to the UK.

Don’t worry, though - we’ve got you covered with this article, where we’ll show you how to watch ITV in USA in as few steps as possible. Continue reading “Here’s How Easy It Is to Watch ITV in USA”

All Our Servers Now Double as Proxy Servers!

We’re happy to announce that all our existing servers are now fully configured with proxy capabilities. That means you can use them as proxy servers whenever you desire.

In case you’re interested in a full list of our existing server locations, here it is: Continue reading “All Our Servers Now Double as Proxy Servers!”

How to Watch Channel 4 in the US

Channel 4 is definitely a great source of British entertainment. It’s just a shame you can’t enjoy it to its fullest if you live in the US, as it’s only available in the UK and Ireland.

Don’t worry, though - you don’t have to give up cause we’ve got your back, and will show you how to watch Channel 4 in the US with little effort. Continue reading “How to Watch Channel 4 in the US”

How to Watch CBC in the USA

CBC TV features a lot of unique, amazing shows on its website. The problem is they are only viewable in Canada. So, if you’re from the US, you’re out of luck.

Don’t worry, though - you don’t have to give up on your favorite entertainment. We’ll show you exactly how to watch CBC in the USA without breaking a sweat. Continue reading “How to Watch CBC in the USA”

How to Get Pandora Unblocked Easy and Fast

Pandora Radio is an amazing service that can make listening to music feel like a much more unique and personalized experience. It’s just a shame those of you who are not in the US need to get Pandora unblocked first to enjoy it.

In case you’re in that situation, don’t worry - we’ll show you exactly what you need to do to unblock this service effortlessly.
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Using VPN to Get Cheaper Flights - Does It Work?

With plane tickets getting more and more expensive because fuel prices go up, it’s hardly surprising that most people have started using VPN to get cheaper flights when planning their trips.

But is that something that actually works? Can you really just use a VPN service to quickly find discounted flights you wouldn’t otherwise see?

If that’s something that’s on your mind, we’ve got just the answers you need.

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How to watch Hulu in Australia: Easy tips and tricks

Everyone has heard about Hulu. The platform is an online content streaming service that puts a wide variety of TV shows and movies at the disposal of its users. However, unfortunately for many, Hulu is geo-restricted. This means that based on your location you might not have access to it.

Outside of the USA and Japan, Hulu tells all those attempting to access its content that they cannot view it. The service is not available in Europe, Canada, Australia and other parts of the world. If you want to watch Hulu in Australia you would not be able to do so without a little help. Continue reading “How to watch Hulu in Australia: Easy tips and tricks”

How to Watch HBO GO Outside US

Whilst HBO programming is available to a whole wealth of countries at the moment HBO GO is only available to those that reside in the United States. This is a shame as HBO really has a lot to offer, especially in the TV show department. There is a way to circumvent this blocking though. Let’s see how you can watch HBO GO outside US.

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How To Watch XFINITY TV outside US

If you are from Canada, UK or Australia and you want to watch XFINITY TV outside US, there is a problem as you need to have access to an American IP, this is where Smart DNS can help. Continue reading “How To Watch XFINITY TV outside US”

How to Get Access to DirecTV Now Outside US Territory

Bummed out cause you can’t enjoy DirecTV Now outside US territory? We understand - the platform is really amazing, and not being able to use it because you live outside the US can be very upsetting.

No need to worry, though, since we’ve got good news - you can actually unblock DirecTV Now outside the US quite easily, and we’ll show you how to do it in this article.

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SmartyDNS Bring You Nine New Streaming Sites

We pride ourselves on providing our subscribers with access to some of the best sites around. By constantly expanding our service and responding to your feedback, we’re able to open up new streaming content to you on a regular basis. Today, we’re happy to announce that our users will now be able to enjoy nine great new sites from around the world. With a selection of the latest sports, drama, film and TV, there’s never been a better time to use SmartyDNS. Continue reading “SmartyDNS Bring You Nine New Streaming Sites”

How to Watch French TV Outside France

France has been a powerhouse of film and television for decades, and is a hub for European sport. But if you try and access French streaming websites from other countries, odds are that your access will be blocked. That’s what SmartyDNS is for. Our service lets you watch French TV outside France, no matter your location. Continue reading “How to Watch French TV Outside France”

Learn How to Watch CWTV Live Stream outside the US

CWTV is one of the USA’s foremost channels operating today. However, due to geo-restrictions, it’s likely that your access to this great broadcaster is severely limited. That’s where we come in. With SmartyDNS, you can easily watch CWTV live, no matter what country you’re watching from.

Read on to find out exactly what you can expect when you watch CW live stream broadcasts, and how to ensure you get the most out of this top channel. We will tell you exactly how to watch CW online with zero stress.
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SmartyDNS Has New VPN Server Locations In Canada, Italy and France

We are happy to announce that SmartyDNS is set to expand, with three new VPN servers coming into operation in Canada (Montreal), Italy (Milan) and France (Gravelines). We are constantly working to set up in new locations around the world, providing our clients with a service that gives them flexibility coupled with the highest levels of privacy and security. These new servers do just that. You’ll be able to access any geo-restricted content from these countries, without risking either your online security or your internet speeds. Continue reading “SmartyDNS Has New VPN Server Locations In Canada, Italy and France”

New sign in process on Android devices

We always struggle to make things easier for you and to provide you with an amazing experience every time you use our services. Because we love what we do, we want you to love using SmartyDNS as well. We constantly update our apps and find ways to make them quicker, more efficient and more user friendly. Continue reading “New sign in process on Android devices”

How To Get MTV Unblocked

If you are tired of having limited access to MTV and really want to watch it everywhere you go, this post is for you. Well, we will tell you how to get MTV unblocked every time you want to access it while being outside of the USA

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Unblock Vevo with Smart DNS

We all have YouTube - the most famous video-sharing website. Besides the fact that we can upload, view and share videos, most of us more likely search on YouTube various music videos, including our favorite artists latest releases and music videos, live shows, concerts and so on.

But what if there is something that can bring you all that without making that search? A media website that is focusing only on music industry and it’s their aim to bring you everything about Show Business and nothing else. There is such a media website and it’s called Vevo but unfortunately it’s geo-restricted.
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Cryptocurrencies now available on SmartyDNS

We want our users to have the best possible experience and that starts right from the moment you decide to purchase our VPN and Smart DNS services and need to pay for them.

We know that on top of your desire to access amazing video and audio content that is normally geo-restricted in your country, you also need to know that your personal information is secure and kept away from prying eyes. Continue reading “Cryptocurrencies now available on SmartyDNS”

Major update on our iOS app

As you probably already know, here at SmartyDNS, your needs always come first. And that is why our top priority is to find ways to provide you with the best experience possible for you when using our services. Following the feedback from customers, we decided it was time to make some important changes to the SmartyDNS iOS app. Continue reading “Major update on our iOS app”

IKEv2 VPN protocol added on SmartyDNS

Big news from your favorite VPN and Smart DNS provider! In our attempt to provide you with the best possible services, we decided to add the IKEv2 VPN protocol and now all the servers from SmartyDNS support this protocol. Continue reading “IKEv2 VPN protocol added on SmartyDNS”

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