Why VPNs Don't Solve the Netflix Lockdown

June 8, 2023

As Netflix’s account-sharing crackdown continues, people will begin to look for creative workarounds that get past Netflix’s new restrictions. And it seems that the first instinct, at least for some people, will be to use a VPN.

Can a VPN help you circumvent Netflix’s account-sharing crackdown? And if so, is it even worth doing? Check our top story for the full rundown.

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The Netflix password-sharing crackdown is now in full swing. If you’re extremely crafty, you can get around Netflix’s new rules through a VPN. But a VPN isn’t a realistic workaround—most people will not understand the setup process, and besides, you need to find a Netflix account owner who’s willing to inconvenience themself. Read More »

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