ARD livestream abroad - so it'll work
If you don't want to miss the ARD content while on vacation, you can also watch the livestream abroad. We'll show you how it's done.
ARD: Use livestream abroad
You can also watch many programs abroad via the official ARD livestream. However, sports broadcasts or films are often only offered to viewers in Germany. This is because the ARD only buys the national broadcasting rights.
- However, you can also access the ARD livestream from abroad via a German proxy server. There is, for example, the add-on FoxyProxy for Chrome and Firefox. Be sure to read our overview of the legal situation of proxy blocks.
- Alternatively, you can use a VPN tool. Hotspot Shield VPN, CyberGhost VPN and VPN One Click are suitable for this.
- In order to see the ARD's live stream via proxy or VPN, you must always acquire a German IP address. There are several nationalities to choose from in the respective programs, always use a German server.
- These geo-locks are no longer permitted in the EU, but only for paid content. If you watch the ARD via an online TV service such as TV feature film, Magine or Zattoo, all ARD content is also available abroad. If you are only temporarily on vacation, you can simply use the free trial month of the respective provider.
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