The Best VPN for Android TV
Keep Your Smart TV Connection Secure with the Best Android TV VPN
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How to Connect to a VPN on Your Android TV Device
Click the Keyhole Icon
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Why PrivadoVPN has the Best VPN Apps to Protect Your Privacy
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Best Encryption for Your Android TV
The Best Software to Combat Android TV Vulnerabilities
Android TV Sticks can be vulnerable to all sorts of cyberattacks. And many of these could be mitigated or prevented by using a VPN. Here are just a few examples.
Jailbreaking
A lot of people like to "jailbreak" their Android TV Sticks. This means that you're able to access all of the functions that your device is capable of, including manually installing streaming apps that can't be found on the Google Play store.
However, as easy as it is, the process of jailbreaking Android TV devices opens up major vulnerabilities that could allow somebody to remotely take control of them, especially if you're on a shared Internet connection like in a hotel.
A VPN can hide your presence on networks and block attempts to hijack your connection.
Root Exploits
Even a quick Internet search can show you dozens of root exploits for Android TV devices. A root exploit allows somebody to take full control of your streaming device, installing anything they want, looking at login information, and more.
The easiest way to not be the victim of a root exploit is to not be seen as vulnerable. A VPN will hide your presence online so that people won't even be able to tell that you're streaming through Android TV.
Cryptomining Malware
It's possible that a threat actor might be able to access your Android device and install cryptomining malware on it. "Cryptomining" is the process of auditing cryptocurrency transactions in order to earn units of that particular currency. It is very resource intensive, so hackers will often install malware on other people's systems. That way they don't have to slow down their computer, but your Android TV could become entirely unusable.
With a VPN, you'll be able to prevent your connection from being traced by threat actors and significantly reduce the chances a data leak will make you the victim of malware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really need a VPN for Android TV?
Absolutely you need a VPN if you're going to be streaming frequently. The average smart TV is considered part of the "Internet of Things" and, like many IoT devices, probably doesn't have the advanced security that computers and phones tend to.
Unfortunately, this means that they can be a way into your network, like an unlocked door in a fortress. VPNs are good at filling in those security holes so that you don't risk all of your online devices just because you want fast, easy streaming.
How do VPNs protect Android TV connections?
VPNs defend your online privacy in two distinct, but complimentary ways.
- A VPN can hide your IP address by routing all of your traffic through a server located someplace else. With IP masking, your identity can't be seen by anyone who happens to be watching. Since PrivadoVPN uses only the highest quality traffic routes, your speeds will stay incredibly fast and your connections secure.
- A VPN can lock down all of your Android TV data so that it stays encrypted while in transit to and from different servers. This not only foils packet sniffing and other online snooping, but it also keeps your ISP from recording your Internet activity or artificially slowing down your connection for certain types of data.
PrivadoVPN is the best VPN for Android TV. Sign up today to protect your streaming.
Is it illegal to use a VPN to stream?
In most cases, it is not illegal to use VPNs for streaming or any other legal activity. However, there are some places in the world where it might be.
Several countries put a strict limit on how you can connect to a VPN network. Often they only approve server locations that they can control, or companies that allow them access. This isn't to say that VPNs with a server in one of those countries are compromised, but residents and visitors might not be allowed to use certain security tools.
However, that is usually the exception. If you plan on traveling, consult a lawyer and the country's local laws to see if you could get in trouble for using a VPN. Most of the time you should have no problem, but it doesn't hurt to do the research.
What kind of encryption does PrivadoVPN use?
We use the best encryption in the world, 256-bit, for our VPN network. Android TV app users can enjoy safe streaming on any PrivadoVPN server because of how strong this protocol is.
The "256" refers to how many numbers are used in the encryption key. In order to break that encryption, it would require a computer to try 2256 potential combinations. The world's fastest computer, which is roughly 1 million times faster than the average high-end Android TV system, would still take 27,337,893,038,406,611,194,430,009,974,922,940,323,611,067,429,756,962,487 years to break 256-bit encryption. Put another way: 27,337,893 trillion trillion trillion trillion years.
You can't beat that kind of security. It's another reason why PrivadoVPN is the best VPN for Android TV.
What is the best Android TV VPN with a free account option?
PrivadoVPN's free account is, by far, the most secure free VPN you can use for your Android TV device. Here are just a few reasons why PrivadoVPN Free for Android TV provides more features than other VPNs.
- You get 10 GB of data for free every month. That's up to 5 times more than most free VPNs on the market.
- You can access VPN servers from around the world, so it's possible to set your location for the fastest possible speeds and best security.
- You'll be able to stream high quality content and use download services with a free VPN account.
- PrivadoVPN doesn't ask for anything other than a verified email to sign up.
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How fast are your VPN servers?
We have optimized our servers to get you the fastest possible streaming speeds. Every connection that goes through PrivadoVPN's servers is not only secure, but using the highest quality traffic routes. That means you won't have to worry about your speeds suddenly dropping during peak times, leading to excessive buffering.
It doesn't take much to try out our speeds for yourself. Download the PrivadoVPN app for Android TV and connect to any super fast server on our network. You'll immediately see the difference.
Do you offer a money back guarantee?
Yes, we offer a full, 30 day money back guarantee on our paid plans. Try our VPN and see for yourself what kind of streaming speeds you'll get on our servers, how useful IP masking can be, and the improved security that comes with 256-bit encryption.
If you are unhappy in any way with the service, we'll gladly refund your payment.
Should I use the app or manually install the VPN?
We highly recommend that you install our official app on your Android TV devices and use that for streaming. There are several reasons for this.
First of all, manual installation can open up additional vulnerabilities that we've already accounted for. Our apps are tested and retested before they ever get released to prevent unauthorized access.
Secondly, the app is just faster than a manual install. It doesn't require complex back end setup and it works a lot more quickly than a direct OpenVPN connection.
Finally, using our app is just easier. We've spent countless hours debating the UI to make sure that it's as simple as possible to choose a server and start streaming. The PrivadoVPN Android TV app is the product of teams of people asking themselves, "What is going to make it easy for our customers to get the best possible security?" You don't have to worry about your connection when you're using our app.
Protect Up to 10 Devices With One Account
Now you can protect up to 10 Internet connected devices with a single PrivadoVPN Premium account. You no longer need to worry about whether to activate your VPN on your Android TV or any of your other Internet-connected devices. You can protect them all, as well as the phones, tablets, and streaming media devices of the rest of your family.
That means everybody can enjoy the security of a VPN with a hidden IP address and 256-bit encryption wherever they are.
Computers
Protect all your desktops and laptops from spying and anonymize your online activity on multiple simultaneous connections at home or out and about with the PrivadoVPN app.
Mobile Devices
On a phone or a tablet, you can make sure that everything you send and receive on it is encrypted, sent through a secure tunnel, and routed through our extensive network of global servers.
Online Entertainment Services
Whether you're watching on an Internet-ready TV or using an add-on device, you can ensure you're getting private Internet access and safe connections with PrivadoVPN.
Routers
You don't have to choose what devices to protect while you're at home. Install PrivadoVPN on your router and protect multiple devices connected to your network.
Pick a Plan to Protect All Your Android TV Devices
- Unlimited Data
- Servers in Cities
- 10 Connections
- Streaming Support
- Ad Blocker
- Unlimited Devices
- Zero-Logs
- Threat Prevention
- Parental Controls
- Apps for:
- Unlimited Data
- Servers in Cities
- 10 Connections
- Streaming Support
- Ad Blocker
- Unlimited Devices
- Zero-Logs
- Threat Prevention
- Parental Controls
- Apps for:
- Unlimited Data
- Servers in Cities
- 10 Connections
- Streaming Support
- Ad Blocker
- Unlimited Devices
- Zero-Logs
- Threat Prevention
- Parental Controls
- Apps for: