Learn how websites detect VPNs through IP reputation, DNS leaks, WebRTC, and browser fingerprints—and seven practical ways to reduce tracking.

Not all streaming services treat VPNs the same. Here's how major platforms differ, why some VPNs are blocked, and your best bets for connecting to the services you want to watch.

You fire up your VPN, connect to a server and pull up the streaming service or website you were trying to reach. A few seconds later, you see the dreaded message: blocked. So you try again. Still ...