{"id":101,"date":"2021-09-20T12:55:25","date_gmt":"2021-09-20T12:55:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/?p=101"},"modified":"2021-10-08T13:07:41","modified_gmt":"2021-10-08T13:07:41","slug":"increase-vpn-streaming-speeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/audio-editor-software\/increase-vpn-streaming-speeds\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Increase VPN Streaming Speeds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you experiencing sluggish VPN streaming speeds? If so, don&#8217;t worry! Here are some tips to help increase your VPN streaming speed.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Test the connection by downloading a large file, such as an ISO image. This will give you an idea of what speeds you should be getting through your service provider. Next, disable WiFi and see if that helps with the internet connectivity issue. Finally, try switching to another server within the same country or region for better results! These simple steps can significantly impact how fast your videos load when using a VPN service.<\/p>\n<h2>How VPNs affect Internet speed<\/h2>\n<p>Did you know that the average load time for a streaming video is 3 seconds? So if your VPN provider is slowing down your speeds, it&#8217;s time to make the switch.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-102\" src=\"http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"805\" height=\"307\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-1.jpg 805w, http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-1-300x114.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-1-768x293.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 805px) 100vw, 805px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A slow VPN connection is a problem that many people face when trying to stream content online. Whether you&#8217;re watching Netflix, Hulu, or any other video streaming service, the speed of your internet connection will affect how quickly videos load and play. Fortunately, you can do some things to increase VPN speeds and make streaming more enjoyable for yourself and friends and family members who visit your home! Here&#8217;s what we recommend:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check your network settings on both WiFi and Ethernet connections to ensure they are optimized for gaming\/streaming &#8211; Connect devices such as laptops or tablets directly into the modem with an Ethernet cable instead of connecting wirelessly<\/li>\n<li>Change DNS servers from default &#8220;auto&#8221; setting to Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8)<\/li>\n<li>Use an app like TunnelBear or Opera Browser with built-in VPN services;<\/li>\n<li>Use our recommended provider on the <a href=\"https:\/\/vpnchill.com\/vpn-for-pc\/\">list of VPNs for PC from vpnchill.com<\/a> for high-speed connections;<\/li>\n<li>Turn off autoplay on video streams such as Netflix and Hulu, so they don&#8217;t buffer every time you change scenes;<\/li>\n<li>Connect to WiFi if available, but use caution when using.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103\" src=\"http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-3.jpg\" alt=\"internet speed\" width=\"852\" height=\"414\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-3.jpg 852w, http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-3-300x146.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.francisneve.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/vpn-streaming-speeds-3-768x373.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 852px) 100vw, 852px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>VPN for improving video streaming<\/h2>\n<p>A recent study by VPN-Reviews.co.uk found that almost half of all people who use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to stream content are dissatisfied with the performance of their service, and 30% have switched providers to find better speeds.<\/p>\n<p>Streaming videos with a VPN can be frustrating due to slow internet speeds. But some workarounds can help you find an ideal solution, like using alternative servers or changing how often the data is sent through. There are also ways to reduce latency and packet loss when streaming videos online with a VPN service, ensuring smooth playback every time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you experiencing sluggish VPN streaming speeds? If so, don&#8217;t worry! 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