Accessing streaming services like Prime video, Disney+ and Netflix with VPN

[iwantfreeinternet]

I frequently use cloudflare warp+ because I face problems with my ISP i.e. BSNL ftth. When I tried to open Hotstar i.e. Disney+hotstar, I got an error "You seem to be using a VPN or proxy. Please disable any of these services and try again [PB-4750]"
Is it possible to use streaming services (Prime video, netflix and hotstar) while using VPN.

 

[Sushubh]

@Navjot Singh might be able to recommend vpns that still have some servers that let you access streaming services.

 

[iwantfreeinternet]

I'm listening

 

[varkey]

When using the internet through a WireGuard tunnel through an AWS VM, Prime and Hotstar had no issues and it worked fine. However, Netflix gave an error saying I am using a VPN or proxy.

 

[Sushubh]

right. i assume DigitalOcean, Linode or Vultr Droplets should also provide access unless these companies have blacklisted their entire range as well 🤔

 

[gopichandpai]

Instead of using VPNs, use Smart DNS providers like smartdnsproxy. It works charmingly well and doesn't slow down anything. If interested, I could share my referral link 😛

 

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[Sushubh]

those are unlikely to help with isp routing problems right? those are more aimed at accessing region locked content.

 

[Navjot Singh]

Surfshark has been fairly good but I don't use it for its Indian servers. I use it to access Netflix(US) or PrimeVideo(US). Though off late, Prime Video is giving issues with the US servers.

Tried Hotstar with Surfshark's Indian server - Didn't work. lol.

 

[iwantfreeinternet]

Can I login to surfshark through my router?

 

[aakshey]

NetFlix works with ExpressVPN.

Prime I’m not sure, but I doubt it. Hotstar probably doesn’t work with VPNs. Hulu works with a ExpressVPN as well.

Most VPNs don’t support NetFlix.