Setup-guides Smart TV

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Check if your Smart TV supports VPN apps natively

- Android TV (Best Option – Install VPN Directly)
- Fire TV (Amazon Firestick, Fire TV Cube, etc.)
- Samsung & LG Smart TVs (Need Router Setup)
- Apple TV (Needs Router Setup)

For unsupported Smart TVs, use:
✔ Router VPN Setup (See the DigiTunnel Router Guide)
✔ Screen Mirroring & Casting (From a VPN-enabled device)

If your Smart TV runs Android TV or Fire TV, follow these steps:

1️⃣ Open Google Play Store on your Smart TV.
2️⃣ Search for DigiTunnel VPN and install the app.
3️⃣ Open the app and log in with your DigiTunnel account.
4️⃣ Choose a VPN server location and tap Connect.
5️⃣ Once connected, your TV is now secured with DigiTunnel VPN!

To Check if VPN is Working:

• Open YouTube and search for "What is my IP?".
• If the IP address changes to the VPN server’s location, it's working.

Best for: Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, BBC iPlayer, and Amazon Prime Video.

If your Smart TV does not support VPN apps, set up DigiTunnel VPN on your router.

✔ Follow the DigiTunnel Router Setup Guide to configure VPN on your home network.
✔ Once the router VPN is enabled, all devices, including your Smart TV, will use the VPN.

Why Use a Router VPN?
Works on all Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Apple TV, etc.)
Encrypts your entire home network
No need to install extra apps

Best for: Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, Apple TV, Roku TV.

f your Smart TV does not support VPN apps, you can still use DigiTunnel by mirroring your phone or laptop screen.

How to Cast or Mirror VPN-Protected Content:

iPhone/iPad: Use AirPlay to stream from a VPN-enabled iOS device to Apple TV.
Android: Use Google Chromecast to mirror content from a VPN-enabled phone.
Windows/Mac: Use HDMI or Miracast to display VPN-protected content on your TV.

Requirements:

• Your phone, tablet, or laptop must have DigiTunnel VPN installed and connected.
• Your Smart TV must support screen mirroring or casting.

Best for: Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast.

Can I install DigiTunnel directly on my Samsung Smart TV? 

No, Samsung TVs run Tizen OS, which does not support VPN apps. You’ll need to use a router VPN, SmartDNS, or screen mirroring.

Which VPN method is best for streaming on Smart TV?

✔ Android TV & Fire TV: Install the DigiTunnel app directly.
✔ Samsung, LG, Apple TV: Use Router VPN or SmartDNS.

Does DigiTunnel VPN slow down streaming speeds?

VPN speeds depend on your internet connection and server distance. To improve speeds:

• Connect to a VPN server closer to your location.
• Use WireGuard protocol for faster streaming.
• Use SmartDNS if you only need streaming access (without encryption).

Does DigiTunnel work with Netflix & other streaming services?

Yes! DigiTunnel VPN can unblock:
✅ Netflix
✅ Disney+
✅ Hulu
✅ BBC iPlayer
✅ Amazon Prime Video
✅ HBO Max