Netflix users find loophole to simulate external internet usage, bypassing password-sharing ban.
Resourceful Netflix subscribers who are frustrated with the streaming service’s decision to ban password sharing have discovered a clever method to share their accounts with others without charge. This technique, although it is highly probable that Netflix does not endorse it, initially emerged on Reddit’s Unethical Life Pro Tips channel and has subsequently spread to various other online platforms.
If you are familiar with the terms VPN (Virtual Private Network) and LAN (Local Area Network), then utilizing this hack should be straightforward. However, your less tech-savvy friends and family members may need assistance in configuring it.
According to users on Reddit, this method essentially enables numerous devices to connect to a unified virtual network, regardless of their geographical location. The current approach involves downloading NordVPN and activating its meshnet feature, which is accessible on various devices, including Android TVs.
Regarding sharing Netflix accounts, the method allows individuals to connect to the same IP address as the primary account holder. This apparently enables them to continue using the account without incurring any charges.
To enforce its password-sharing restrictions, Netflix examines the devices connected to the home internet network. Recently, the company cautioned users in the UK that a Netflix account is intended for usage within a single household. Those who wish to share their account with individuals not residing in the same household are required to pay an additional £5 for each additional member.
NordVPN’s Meshnet feature does not necessitate connecting to a VPN to modify or conceal the IP address. Instead, it can direct internet traffic through a TV or laptop located at home.
Typically, this feature is utilized by individuals who wish to remotely access their home computer while away. It can also be employed by gamers who want to create a Virtual LAN for online multiplayer gaming.
To utilize the meshnet feature, follow these steps after downloading NordVPN and creating an account:
- Open the NordVPN app on your laptop and log in.
- Locate the Meshnet toggle on the left-hand side of the screen.
- Activate the Meshnet feature by toggling it on.
- A dialogue box will appear; select “turn on Meshnet.”
- To enable traffic routing, which allows multiple devices to appear connected to the same home internet, choose “route traffic.”
- You will then see a list of devices that you can activate for this purpose.
By following these steps, you should be able to activate the meshnet feature and establish the appearance of multiple devices being connected to your home internet network.
The meshnet feature in NordVPN allows you to include all devices that are signed into your NordVPN account.
If you want to add “external” devices, such as those from another NordVPN account, you can send invitations directly from the NordVPN app. Simply select “Link Devices” and enter the email address of the recipient.
The invitation will be displayed on any devices that have Meshnet activated and are logged into the recipient’s NordVPN account. Once the recipient accepts the invitation on a device, that device will join your Meshnet.
With NordVPN’s meshnet feature, you can connect up to 10 devices from a single Meshnet account. Additionally, you can include up to 50 external devices, allowing for a broader network of connected devices.