A few days ago I posted this about getting a VPN. I am using ExpressVPN, it is simple and I am able to access stuff like French Netflix, TF1, France3 etc. BUT, Amazon Prime does not work. This may or may not matter to you. Apparently ExpressVPN is actually hosted on Amazon servers, so they know where you actually are and you can’t trick them using a VPN. Just something to consider…
I might just as well share a little tip to access some french TV channels without using a VPN at all. Requirements: an Android phone and the will to download modded apps from somewhat shady websites. There’s an app called TV Flash TNT. If you get the modded version of it you can stream TF1 and all of its sister channels in 1080p and cast it to your TV. You will also be able to access a few news channels and some local ones.
However you will not be able to stream France 2, 3, 4 etc. My experience with the state channels is that it’s extremely hard to fool them even with the most premium VPN services.
Amazon Prime tracks down VPNs, it is not a problem with ExpressVPN, Amazon just blocks every single one of them…
If you find a VPN that works with Amazon Prime, don’t let it go…
Could you make a post about how to get/use it?
honestly proton vpn is a lot better and they don’t store user data
I live abroad, and expressVPN set to Switzerland and the zattoo app gives me access to all the french tv channels (which doesn’t work with the vpn set to france) along with many other european national and local channels. It also works with the vpn Hide My Ass.
Zattoo can be free on computer but you need premium for a tv I think. With premium you can watch any programm from the past week.
I thought I’d share because it took me a while to figure out. It’s just funny because the adds are with swiss accent but the programms are the same
Edit: it probably works with other vpns I just haven’t tried yet. I use an xiaomi tv box and a projector/computer screen
Is there any sort of legality to this? Not trying to be a downer or anything, mainly just want to know any risks, it seems like it shouldn’t be. I would love to have more options for French content, it can be really hard finding things with French audio at times.
Hmm, that’s weird. I’m using express vpn and amazon prime video is pretty much the ONLY service I haven’t had a problem with - and I have hbo, epix, starz (well you get the idea) through prime. Haven’t had a problem once. Hulu live on the other hand is forever trying to block my devices, and netflix works but doesn’t let you mirror to apple tv (I only have the vpn on my mobile devices, not whole house).
Do you ever have problems with Netflix? I’ve tried so many times to access French stuff but the page just loads and loads and never shows me anything different, just slows my internet down.
How much do you pay for the VPN ?
I am actually watching France 3 right now on ExpressVPN
Actually, is not just amazon. Is impossible to ise HBO GO with VPN (in my case, nordvpn)…
For expressVPN? You go to their website, purchase a monthly subscription, download it, click a button, and wham bam thank ya mam, you’re in virtual france
I was actually stunned by how simple it was to set up ExpressVPN. I think they made a great video that shows how.
ExpressVPN doesn’t store data either.
Dunno why anybody would down vote your comment. It is a legitimate question. Personally it is a risk I’m willing to take. The only thing I’m doing on my VPN is watching French TV. I’m sure there are a lot worse things I’ve could be doing.
I was going to ask this as well. I’ve used a VPN for work to connect to their servers but that’s obviously all above board. I wasn’t sure about using one to for location issues.
I don’t know about other countries, but in Australia it’s definitely legal.
I have not had any problems with Netflix
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