chaminator Jan. 9, 2025, 9:42 p.m.

What's the best vpn to use with firestick?

Heyaa! So I've been binge-watching stuff on my Firestick and keep hearing about VPNs for better streaming and privacy. Thing is, I'm completely lost lol. Like, do I just download something from the app store or what?

Don't wanna mess anything up, so if anyone's got experience with this, would love some tips! Trying not to feel like a total noob here :)

connector Jan. 15, 2025, 10:11 a.m.

After trying a couple options, I ended up with NordVPN and it's been pretty solid tbh. Super easy to set up - literally took like 2 minutes to get everything running. Been using it for streaming for about a year now and it's smooth sailing. Plus the speeds are actually decent - none of that endless buffering nightmare lol

GoOki Jan. 12, 2025, 12:46 p.m.

Whatever you do, make sure you get one with an actual app in the store! Learned that one the hard way... Spent like 3 hours trying to side-load some random VPN and almost bricked my Firestick :/

GOEKEN5095 Jan. 14, 2025, 4:48 p.m.

How's the speed situation? Really wanna watch some 4K stuff but worried it'll turn into a slideshow with a VPN running

Miri Jan. 17, 2025, 10:50 p.m.

Yo I got you! I've been using a VPN called Nord or some with 4K streams and it's pretty sweet. Pro tip: use their quick connect thing - it finds the fastest server automatically. Way better than randomly picking servers and praying lmao. I regularly watch 4K nature docs (love me some Planet Earth!) and zero issues ;)

connector Jan. 15, 2025, 10:11 a.m.

After trying a couple options, I ended up with NordVPN and it's been pretty solid tbh. Super easy to set up - literally took like 2 minutes to get everything running. Been using it for streaming for about a year now and it's smooth sailing. Plus the speeds are actually decent - none of that endless buffering nightmare lol

VaPax Jan. 19, 2025, 3:53 p.m.

Tried some free VPNs... big mistake. Super slow and kept disconnecting. Save yourself the headache and just get something decent from the start

gangha Jan. 21, 2025, 1:54 p.m.

Just wrap your Firestick in aluminum foil. Instant stealth mode activated!

Coilpoil Jan. 24, 2025, 5:35 p.m.

Quick q - will running a VPN make my other Firestick apps act weird? Like my gaming apps and stuff?

GABELA Jan. 27, 2025, 5:55 a.m.

nah you're good fam! I switched to VPN a while back and honestly, all my apps run just fine. It's pretty chill in the background - doesn't hog resources or anything. Just pick servers that aren't like halfway across the planet and you're golden

kenai Jan. 25, 2025, 1:01 p.m.

But like... is it actually safe? How do you know your data isn't being sold or something?

rotweller Jan. 29, 2025, 3:31 p.m.

Valid worry! That's actually why I went with Nord - they've had independent audits (like actual professionals checking their stuff) to prove they don't keep logs. Plus their track record's solid. Better than rolling the dice with some random free VPNs tbh

Perry Barsoum Jan. 27, 2025, 7:03 p.m.

ExpressVPN works pretty well too, but it's a bit pricey. My friend uses Surfshark and says it's decent. The key is finding one with good server coverage and an actual app in the Amazon store. Makes life so much easier when you can just download and connect!

kenen Jan. 30, 2025, 1:17 p.m.

Honestly that's always a risk with ANY VPN company... Like, you gotta trust someone at some point. Best bet is to check their privacy policy and see if they've had security audits. No guarantee but better than nothing I guess

above beyond Feb. 5, 2025, 1:09 p.m.

Anyone else notice how all VPNs seem kinda the same these days? Like they all promise the fastest speeds and best security.. makes it pretty hard to choose... Wish there was an easy way to actually test them before committing

Ankkorde Feb. 16, 2025, 8:12 a.m.

most VPNs will do the job fine for basic streaming. Just avoid the free ones, they're usually super sketchy. And make sure whatever you pick has servers close to you, that's what really matters for speed

AldarCosmos Feb. 26, 2025, 11:14 p.m.

Pro tip: whatever VPN you choose, make sure to test it within the return window. They all claim to be the fastest but your mileage may vary depending on your location