This article exhibits the detailed procedure to stream geo-restricted movies and TV shows on Roku TV by installing NordVPN.
Procedure to Configure NordVPN on our Roku TV
NorVPN is the top recommended VPN, which has more features that are worth bypassing the geo-restriction. Owing to that, the NordVPN features include the Threat Protection Pro, Dark Web Monitor, Dedicated IP, and many more. So, configuring this VPN on your Roku TV is worth using on your device. Since the direct installation of NordVPN is not possible on Roku, you can configure NordVPN to the WiFi router to start using this service on your Roku TV. Dig into and learn about the process in detail.
Note: Get a premium membership of NordVPN at a price of 12.99/month. With this, you can access the VPN service more easily.
- Open Web Browser
Firstly, you need to open the web browser on your PC or smartphone.
- Visit the NordVPN Router Page
Now, input the router’s website page into the search bar. Hit on the Search icon.
- Choose Internet or WAN
To get the official VPN page, you need to choose the Internet or WAN tab.
- Enter NordVPN Credentials
Next, enter NordVPN’s credentials, such as username and password, in the given space.
- Hit Save Button
Once you have completed the configuration, you need to tap on the Save button.
- Connect Roku TV to the WiFi
Now, connect your Roku TV to the NordVPN-configured WiFi to start using the service on your device.
How to Setup NordVPN Using VPN-Protected Hotspot
Using this method, you can share the NordVPN-configured WiFi hotspot from your PC with the Roku TV. So that you will be able to protect your privacy completely from any snoopers or hackers.
From Windows
- Visit the Settings section on Windows 10 and choose the Network & Internet option.
- Choose the Mobile Hotspot button shown on the list.
- Next, hit on the WiFi and turn on the Mobile Hotspot option.
- Tap Settings and choose the Network and Internet options.
- Move through the page and hit on the Change adapter options.
- Click TAP-NordVPN Windows Adapter and choose the Properties option.
Note: After adjusting the adapter, you have to swap the protocol in the NordVPN app as either TCP or UDP protocol.
- In that Properties section, you need the Sharing tab and check the Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s internet connection.
- Now, you need to select the hotspot named Local Area Connection that you have created from the drop-down menu. Click OK.
- Finally, it is displayed as the Microsoft WiFi Direct Virtual Adapter above the adapter name.
- Get back to the Roku TV and press the home button on the remote to reach the home page.
- Choose the Settings option and hit the Network button.
- Click Set up Connection and tap on the Wireless option.
- Next, you need to choose the Nord VPN-connected hotspot listed on the screen to proceed with using it on the big screen.
- You can successfully start using this service to watch geo-restricted streaming services.
From Smartphone
- Download the NordVPN on your smartphone from the Google Play Store or the App Store.
- Then, launch the app and sign in to your account with the credentials.
- With that, you can choose the server and tap Connect to start using the service.
- Now, pull down the Notification Panel or the Control Center and hit on the Hotspot icon.
- With that, you can get back to the Roku TV and visit the Network page via Settings.
- Choose Set up New Connection and select the Wireless option
- Hit on the NordVPN configured hotspot name from the list.
- Now, you can stream your favorite shows or series on Roku without restriction.
FAQ
Yes. It is completely safe to use the NordVPN on the Roku TV. Using this will protect your real IP address from the hijackers.
Fix this NordVPN issue that is not working on Roku by updating the firmware of the Roku TV to the latest version. With this, you will be able to access your favorite shows and series on the device without hassle.
