How to stream Acorn TV online with a VPN

Securely watch British TV shows from Acorn TV’s curated and original catalog with a VPN. ExpressVPN is the best VPN for Acorn TV, helping you stream in ultra-fast HD on all your devices.

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Watch Acorn TV with a VPN in 3 steps

Step 1

Sign up for ExpressVPN and its blazing-fast service.
Step 2

Select a secure VPN location in the U.S. or your preferred country.
Step 3

Log in to Acorn TV and securely stream content from Britain and beyond.

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What’s on Acorn TV?

Acorn TV has all the best mysteries, dramas, comedies, and docu-series from the UK, Australia, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, and New Zealand. You'll find beloved cult series as well as offbeat originals.

Acorn TV is currently available to viewers in the United States, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, and South Africa.

ExpressVPN is optimized to work with Acorn TV so you can enjoy online privacy and security all the time, without the VPN interfering. It should not be used as a means of copyright circumvention. We cannot see or control what you do while connected to our service, so you are responsible for complying with our Terms of Service, your content provider’s terms, and any applicable laws.

FAQ: Acorn TV VPN

Does ExpressVPN work with Acorn TV?

Yes! ExpressVPN’s blazing-fast servers improve your Acorn TV streaming with enhanced online privacy and security. If you encounter errors or have questions about using ExpressVPN, just contact Support, available 24/7 via live chat or email, to start streaming again.

What devices can I watch Acorn TV on?

Acorn TV is available on a wide range of devices, including:

Smartphones and tablets, including Android and iOS
Windows and Mac computers through a web browser (Chrome is recommended by Acorn TV)
Smart TVs and TV box systems, including Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Android TV, Roku, and Samsung Smart TV

ExpressVPN has easy-to-use VPN apps for many of these devices and covers eight devices simultaneously with a single subscription. But even if your device cannot install ExpressVPN directly, you can still enjoy full VPN benefits by connecting it to a router running ExpressVPN.

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Is Acorn TV free with a VPN?

No it is not. You will need to sign up for an Acorn TV subscription. ExpressVPN does not come with Acorn TV. Rather, it complements your streaming service to allow you to watch all the content you want, free from throttling or blocking by your ISP or by your school, office, or public Wi-Fi network.

Will use of a VPN affect my streaming quality?

Usually, no. All VPNs have the potential to slow down your connection, but as ExpressVPN is frequently ranked as one of the fastest VPN services, most users do not notice a difference.

In some cases using a VPN may actually improve your video quality, especially if your ISP has been throttling bandwidth on streaming services.

Is there a free trial for ExpressVPN?

ExpressVPN offers a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee, meaning you can fully experience the service to see if it works for you and helps you enjoy your favorite streaming content. You’ll receive a full refund if you’re not satisfied for any reason.

What British TV channels can I watch online with a VPN?

With ExpressVPN, you can securely stream free-to-air British TV channels like BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Sky Go, Channel 4, My5, and Now TV. ExpressVPN also works with premium streaming services that specialize in British content like BritBox and Acorn TV.

What else can I do with ExpressVPN?

From encrypting your network to finding better deals online, there are tons of things you can do with your VPN. Check out our Get Started page for more tips on getting the most out of ExpressVPN.

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