Bypassing the blocking of a website or online content is quite simple, there are enough tools. Here’s how.
We often view the Internet as an open source of information without borders, but this is not always the case, depending on where you live or what network you are connected to. Certain regions of the world may block certain activities or certain content, and this does not refer to content hidden behind paywalls. For example, your work or school network may block access to certain sites, certain content may be banned by governments. However, it is possible to bypass these blocks with the help of appropriate tools.
These tools can help you bypass most of the blocks, but you need to make sure you’re not breaking the law. If the following is legal in France, using these tools in other countries may cause you problems. Including heavy fines or imprisonment.
Proxy Server
The easiest way to access blocked sites is to hide your real IP address through a proxy connection. By connecting to a proxy server located in another country, you can access content normally reserved for a particular country on streaming sites such as Netflix, YouTube, or Spotify. The site you are visiting recognizes the IP address of the proxy server, not yours. There are free services, there are paid ones – they often offer more privacy and a more reliable connection – but a free proxy server can help – just take the time to read the reviews.
A proxy server protects your online privacy by making it easier for tech companies or governments to track your activity, but it’s not perfect. Proxies are better for accessing geo-blocked streaming content rather than circumventing local laws or high-level restrictions, as many organizations use sophisticated blocking technologies that can’t be fooled by a simple proxy. In these cases, it is better to use a VPN.
VPN
A VPN is similar to a proxy, but with more protection. This can protect all your online activity on your devices, not just your web browser. This is an effective solution if you are downloading files via Bittorrent or accessing sensitive content. The best VPNs are paid, and it’s better to pay a small fee than to use a free VPN, which is often of poor quality and dangerous for you and your machine.
However, VPNs aren’t perfect either. Even the best have their problems, and some firewalls recognize them and block connections. There are decentralized virtual private networks (dVPNs) that make it easy to bypass blocks, but most often they require cryptographic payments.
TOR
Instead, you can use TOR, a browser designed and built for anonymity, with many layers of privacy in a simple tool that anyone can use. If you have ever used a web browser, you know how to use TOR.
TOR has its drawbacks such as rather slow connection speeds and limited malware protection, but the main advantages of TOR are that sites won’t be able to track you easily. This makes it a very good choice for web browsing or accessing the dark web.