Lyla Lindsey
Apple TV users may want to change their region to access content that is region-locked or unavailable in their current location. While Apple TV does not offer native VPN support, there are other ways to change your region, such as configuring a VPN connection on your router or using a DNS proxy. Additionally, you can change your Apple Account country or region by updating your billing address and payment method, but this may not work for those in a Family Sharing group.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Ease of changing region | It is not possible to change the region of an Apple TV device without changing the region of the Apple ID account. This can be done by updating the billing address and payment method, but this may not be possible for those without a payment method from the new region. |
| Changing region with an existing subscription | It may not be possible to change the region of an Apple TV device with an active Apple TV subscription. |
| Using a VPN | Apple TV does not support VPNs by default, but it is possible to configure a VPN connection on a router or use a DNS proxy to change the region. |
| Using multiple Apple IDs | It is possible to use multiple Apple IDs from different regions on a single Apple TV device, allowing access to apps from different regions without switching accounts. |
| Language settings | It is possible to add multiple languages and switch between them on Apple TV. |
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What You'll Learn
Change your Apple ID country or region
To change your Apple ID country or region, you must first spend any remaining balance on your Apple Account. You can check your balance by going to your Apple Account Summary. Next, cancel any subscriptions that block a country or region change and wait until the end of the subscription period. You should also wait for any memberships, pre-orders, movie rentals, or season passes to complete, and for any pending store credit refunds to be processed.
Once you have taken care of the above, make sure you have a valid payment method for your new country or region. You will need to have a debit or credit card issued by a bank in your new country, as well as a billing address in the same country.
Now, you can proceed to change your Apple ID country or region. The steps may vary slightly depending on your device.
If you are using an iPhone, go to "Settings" > [Your Name] > "iTunes & App Store" > tap on your Apple ID > "View Apple ID" > "Country/Region" > select your new country and follow the instructions to update your billing information.
If you are using a Mac, open the Apple Music app or Apple TV app. In the menu bar, choose "Account" > "Account Settings". On the Account Information page, click "Change Country or Region". Select your new country or region, review the Terms and Conditions, and click "Agree". Enter your new payment information and billing address, then click "Continue".
If you are using a Windows PC, open the Apple Music app or Apple TV app. Click on your name at the bottom of the sidebar, then click "View My Account". You may need to sign in to your Apple Account. On the Account Information page, click "Change Country or Region". Follow the rest of the steps as outlined above for Mac.
Please note that some types of content, such as apps, music, movies, TV shows, and books, may not be available in your new country or region. After changing your Apple ID country or region, you may need to redownload this content.
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Use a VPN
Apple TV devices don't work with VPN software directly, but you can still use a VPN to change your Apple TV region or country. This will allow you to access geo-restricted content from anywhere in the world.
Choosing a VPN
Firstly, you'll need to choose a VPN service that works with Apple TV. Some popular options include:
- NordVPN
- ExpressVPN
- Surfshark
- IPVanish
- PrivateVPN
Downloading the VPN
Once you've chosen a VPN service, you can download the VPN app from the App Store on your Apple TV. All Apple TVs running on tvOS version 17 or higher support VPN apps.
If you have an older Apple TV that doesn't support VPN apps, you can still use a VPN by connecting it directly to your Wi-Fi router or by setting up a VPN on your router.
Using the VPN
After downloading the VPN app, simply open it and sign in. Then, select a VPN server located in the country you want to change your Apple TV region to. Your virtual location and IP address will change in a few seconds, and you'll be able to access content from that country.
Keep in mind that you may need to try different servers within the country, as some VPN servers may be overloaded or blocked by streaming services.
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Change your iTunes region
To change your iTunes region, you must first change your Apple Account region. This will also apply to your Apple ID and Apple Music accounts. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to do this:
First, spend any remaining balance on your Apple Account and cancel any subscriptions that block a region change. You should also wait for any memberships, pre-orders, movie rentals, or season passes to complete, and for any pending store credit refunds to process.
Next, ensure that you have a valid payment method for your new region. You will need to enter new payment information and a billing address for your chosen country.
Now, you can change your region. On a Mac, open the Apple Music app or Apple TV app and click on 'Account' in the menu bar. Select 'Account Settings' and sign in to your Apple Account if prompted. On the Account Information page, click 'Change Country or Region'. Review the Terms and Conditions and tap 'Agree' in the upper-right corner, then tap 'Agree' again to confirm.
Finally, enter your new payment information and billing address, then click 'Continue'. Sign in to your account and tap 'Personal Information', then tap 'Country/Region'. Follow any on-screen instructions to finalise the change.
Please note that some types of content might not be available in your new region.
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Change your DNS server
Apple TV does not support VPNs by default, so you will need to configure the VPN on an upstream device, such as your router. However, Apple TV does come with built-in support for custom DNS servers. By changing your DNS server, you can get past geo-restrictions and unblock Apple TV content from other locations.
- Go to Settings.
- Navigate to General.
- Select Network.
- Choose your network connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
- Click Configure DNS.
- Select Manual.
- Add the DNS server address you want to use. You can find recommended DNS servers online, such as those provided by VPN services.
- Click Done.
If you have a 3rd generation or older Apple TV, the process is slightly different:
- Go to Settings.
- Navigate to General.
- Select Network.
- Choose your network connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).
- Select your current DNS server.
- Enter the new DNS server address.
- Click Done.
After making these changes, restart your Apple TV for the new DNS settings to take effect.
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Create a new Apple ID
To change your Apple TV region from Australia to the USA, you must first reset your Apple TV to factory settings. Then, you can set up your Apple TV with a new Apple ID.
To create a new Apple ID, you can use another Apple device or create an account on your Apple TV. Here's how to create a new Apple ID:
- Open the Apple Music app or Apple TV app.
- Click "Sign In" at the bottom of the sidebar.
- Click "Create New Apple Account".
- Follow the on-screen instructions to provide an email address, create a password, and set your device region.
- Verify your email address by checking your email inbox.
- Confirm your phone number to help verify your identity and recover your account if needed.
- Enter your payment method and billing information.
Once you have created your new Apple ID, you can sign in to your Apple TV with your new credentials.
Note that when you create a new Apple ID, you will be asked to set up two-factor authentication. If you choose to skip this step, you can always set it up later in your Settings.
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Frequently asked questions
To change the region on your Apple TV, go to Settings, then General, and then select Region. Follow the on-screen instructions to set your language and display format preferences.
Yes, you can change the country on your Apple account. First, wait for any memberships, pre-orders, movie rentals, or refunds to be processed. Then, update your billing address and payment method to your new country. Finally, select your new country in your account settings.
You can have multiple Apple IDs logged in at once, and the app store content will change according to the Apple ID that is logged in. You can switch between them when you need to use a country-specific app.
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