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Download your new favorite Android TV VPN

  • Easy setup for enhanced Android TV security
  • Smart television without throttling or buffering
  • Fast and reliable 10Gbps servers in 100 countries
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Protect all your devices

Protect all your phones, computers, smart TVs, gaming consoles, tablets, and routers — you only need one Surfshark VPN subscription to secure them all.

How to set up an Android TV VPN

Create a VPN account

Create a VPN account

Pick a Surfshark subscription plan that suits your needs best and set up the account.

Download the VPN app

Download the VPN app

Download the Surfshark VPN app for your Android TV on the Play Store.

Connect to a VPN server

Connect to a VPN server

After signing in, connect to your chosen server location, and you’re done.

You can also read our thorough guide, explaining in detail how to set up a VPN on an Android TV.

Explore the key benefits of Surfshark VPN

Improved privacy online

Surfshark VPN keeps your online activities private and protects your personal information by encrypting your internet traffic. It also hides your physical location by masking your IP (Internet Protocol) address.

Protection for unlimited devices

With Surfshark VPN, you are allowed unlimited simultaneous connections, meaning you can protect all your devices under a single VPN account — no need to pick and choose which device needs protection the most.

Fastest server connection

You can automatically connect to the fastest available server by hitting the Quick-connect button. If you have a preferred server location, you can customize this button to auto-connect to it.

Personalized security

If you need to disconnect from a VPN for specific apps but don’t want to expose your overall connection, Surfshark’s Bypasser allows you to do just that — customize your VPN connection as needed.

Uninterrupted privacy

To keep your privacy protected and sensitive information secured at all times, the Kill Switch feature disconnects you from the internet whenever your VPN connection drops.

Cybersecurity suite

Surfshark takes your cybersecurity beyond VPN protection — the Starter plan includes perks like Alternative ID, while other plans include antivirus, a data leak monitoring tool, data removal services, and more.

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Surfshark VPN vs. free VPNs

Free VPNs can be appealing. However, saving money might cost your privacy. Free VPN providers typically don’t have the resources to ensure good service, offering inadequate performance compared to paid VPNs. But that’s not the worst that can happen.

To be able to run a free VPN service, some providers might apply questionable tactics to monetize their VPN use — bombarding you with ads, collecting your personal data and selling it to advertisers and other third parties, and even infecting your devices with malware.

Reliable VPN services like Surfshark are funded by user subscriptions, allowing us to provide a fast and secure product without the limitations or drawbacks of the free alternatives.

Lightning-fast servers

Free VPNs usually have very few servers, leading to overcrowding and slow speeds. Surfshark has thousands of 10Gbps servers globally, ensuring fast connection wherever you are.

Unlimited data

Free VPN providers tend to limit your data or connection time. Surfshark VPN provides unlimited data and simultaneous connections with all plans, allowing you to protect all your devices 24/7.

Security

Maintaining top-level security requires a lot of high-cost resources. Surfshark constantly invests in industry-leading security technologies, while free VPNs don’t have the budget for it.

No activity logs

Some free VPN providers log your activity and may even sell your data to third parties to make money. Surfshark, being a subscription service, doesn’t need to do that — it doesn’t even track what you do online.

Additional features

Surfshark VPN invests in overall digital safety and provides features like Kill Switch, ad blocker, double VPN, split-tunneling tools, and more. All of which you won’t find with most free VPNs.

Modern protocols

Surfshark uses only industry-leading protocols designed to deal with the latest threats and work with the newest technologies. Free VPNs often choose outdated, slower, and less secure protocols.

Upgrade your security with Surfshark One

Get all-around protection with Surfshark One — the cybersecurity suite that allows you to block trackers, secure your devices, and increase your online freedom.

VPN

Secure your connection

Protect yourself online with a fast and secure VPN connection. Surfshark VPN offers round-the-clock privacy and security protection with IP address masking, industry-leading VPN protocols, and robust encryption.

ALTERNATIVE ID

Keep your personal data private

You can create an online alias, a proxy email address, and a phone number with Surfshark’s Alternative ID and Alternative Number. These tools allow you to avoid spam emails, messages, and calls, safeguard your information, and prevent data leaks.

ANTIVIRUS

Protect your devices

Powerful Surfshark Antivirus protection secures your devices and everything on them — from your files to the webcam. Take advantage of 24/7 online and offline security, and rest assured that your devices and data are safe.

ALERT

Get data leak alerts

Stay in the know with Alert — it monitors the web for data leaks and alerts you when your credit card, ID, email, or other private information is compromised.

SEARCH

Hide your searches

Surfshark Search engine provides organic search results that are not influenced by your past searches and allows you to enjoy ad-free browsing.

Get a plan that suits your needs

Testimonials proving excellence

At Surfshark, we strive to offer a hassle-free experience for all our users. But don’t just take our word for it — here’s what the world has to say about us.

The reviews highlighted in this section were selected from publicly available posts on social media platforms. They reflect the opinions of individual users at the time of posting and may not represent the full range of our product features and qualities.
Tom's guide

“Surfshark is a highly polished and powerful VPN that competes with the very best premium providers, all while offering a seriously tempting price point.”

4.5/5 ★

Techradar

“Surfshark is one of the best VPN services, comes crammed with features, runs on almost anything, and has some of the best download speeds around.”

4.5/5 ★

CNET

“Surfshark is an excellent, well-rounded virtual private network that consistently ranks as one of CNET’s best VPNs.”

4.5/5 ★

The reviews quoted on this section have been published by media outlets associated with Surfshark through affiliate partnerships. Their recommendations are based on their own independent research and insights to ensure value for the readers.

I have been using Surfshark since I got it and I love it!

MRWHOSETHEBOSS 20.2M subscribers

When I am traveling, I use Surfshark to access the internet quickly and securely, works like a treat in China.

SAM CHUI 3.61M subscribers

We love Surfshark because it is an easy-to-use app that you can download on all your devices.

MAX & OCCY 265K subscribers
The reviews quoted on this section have been published by media outlets associated with Surfshark through affiliate partnerships. Their recommendations are based on their own independent research and insights to ensure value for the readers.

“This is my first year and I absolutely love it. The fact I can have a good antivirus, great VPN, and incognito for like $120 a year is great.”

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“I’ve been using Surfshark for 4 years on Android and ChromeOS with zero issues, it’s an absolute bargain”

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“I’ve had it for 3 years and just renewed it for the next 2 years. I never have any issues with it and get my full internet speed..”

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The reviews highlighted in this section were selected from publicly available posts on social media platforms. They reflect the opinions of individual users at the time of posting and may not represent the full range of our product features and qualities.
FT 1000: Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies 2024

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Tech Advisor Editors’ Choice 2024

Tech Advisor Editors’ Choice 2024

TechRadar Recommended 2024

TechRadar Recommended 2024

Surfshark Antivirus AV-TEST Top Product 2024

Surfshark Antivirus AV-TEST Top Product 2024

Independent’s Editor’s Choice Best Value VPN 2023

Independent’s Editor’s Choice Best Value VPN 2023

Surfshark supports the open internet

We believe the internet should be free, accessible, and safe. That’s why we support and collaborate with many non-profit organizations that tirelessly promote online freedom and transparency.

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vpn trust initiative
electronic fronter foundation
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Frequently asked questions

Yes, it is completely safe to use a VPN on an Android TV or Android TV box.

If you are not sure what the difference between the two is, no worries! Android TV is a smart TV running Android OS. An Android TV box is a device that helps your old TV connect to the internet and do everything a smart TV can do. Surfshark supports all Android TV boxes with Android v5 or newer.

You can visit our guide on how to set up Surfshark on Android TV to learn more.

Yes. Surfshark VPN works with any up-to-date Android operating system. But if your Android version is older than Android 5 (Lollipop), you may not even see the Surfshark app on the Google Play Store.

Can you do anything in this case? Yes, you can find the instructions on how to sideload the app in our guide.

You might need a VPN for Android TV for a few reasons.

Streaming video content uses a lot of internet bandwidth. Your ISP (Internet Service Provider) sees your traffic and may slow your connection. A VPN shields your data from your ISP, allowing you to watch what you want without slowing down your streaming speeds.

Furthermore, streaming devices can be hacked. But when a VPN secures the connection, this becomes much harder.

Yes, there’s nothing illegal about using a VPN to protect your privacy on Android platforms. Some countries like Russia or China restrict or heavily regulate VPN use, but it’s not an issue in most of the world. However, it’s safe to say that doing anything against the law with a VPN is still illegal.

Disclaimer: Please note that using Surfshark services for any illegal activities is strictly forbidden and violates our Terms of Service. Make sure that any use of Surfshark services for your particular activities conforms to all relevant laws and regulations, including those of any service providers and websites you access using Surfshark.

Yes, Netflix works on Android TV with an active VPN connection. Using a VPN may help you overcome ISP throttling and solve any buffering issues. Simply download the APK for the  Surfshark Android TV VPN and try it yourself.

  1. Go to the VPN app and turn it on. Once connected, you should see a new IP address that the VPN has provided you with.
  2. Find out your IP:
    • Once you’re on the Android TV dashboard, go to Settings (press on the cog icon) and select Network and Internet;
    • Then, select the network you’re connected to, and a drop-down menu with your IP address will appear.
  3. Check if the IP addresses match. If your VPN shows you the same IP address as the one in the Network and Internet settings, it means that your VPN is working.
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