You can use Private Internet Access (PIA) with Spectrum by setting up the VPN on your device or WiFi router.
Its robust encryption ensures that Spectrum won’t see your browsing history.
This lets you download torrents safely without worrying about DMCA notices or bandwidth throttling.
Plus, you get access to thousands of servers in 91 countries for unblocking BBC iPlayer, missing Netflix titles, and even blacked-out games on NBA League Pass and NFL Game Pass.
Keep reading to learn how to use PIA with Spectrum on PC, mobile, gaming consoles, smart TVs, and compatible routers.
How to Use PIA With Spectrum on PC/Mobile?
Want to unblock foreign Netflix titles, bypass game blackouts, download torrents securely, or keep your internet activities safe from Spectrum using your PC or smartphone?
Here are the steps to follow:
- Sign up for Private Internet Access.
- Download and install the Private Internet Access app on your PC or mobile device. I’ll grab the PC app for this demo.
- Launch the VPN app and log in with your PIA username and password.
- Click the “ON” button to connect to the fastest PIA server closest to you.
- Or click the arrow sign next to the auto-picked server to open the server list.
- Select your target server location, then click the “ON” button to connect.
- You’re now browsing privately with Spectrum. Launch your torrent client to download files safely or open Netflix to watch movies and TV shows missing in US Netflix.
How to Set up PIA on a Router Using Spectrum?
Setting up PIA on a router allows you to protect your Spectrum home Internet, including using the VPN on units like Apple TV and Xbox One that don’t support VPN apps.
But remember that Spectrum routers don’t support VPNs, so you must use a compatible third-party router.
That said, Private Internet Access supports the following router firmware:
- DD-WRT
- Merlin
- pfSense
- OpenWRT/LEDE
The PIA-router setup configuration varies depending on the firmware, and I’ve included a few video tutorials below:
- DD-WRT:
- Tomato:
- pfSense:
Can You Set up PIA Port Forwarding on Your Spectrum Connection?
You can set up PIA Port Forwarding on your Spectrum connection to access your devices remotely and resolve connection issues.
Here’s how:
- Open your PIA VPN app and go to “Settings.”
- Select “Network,” then check “Request Port Forwarding.”
- Open the PIA server list and connect to a server that supports port forwarding.
- Once your PIA connection is active, the VPN will assign you a random port number.
- Note the port number and use it to configure your device.
- Enjoy your forwarded ports on the Spectrum network.
Protect Your Spectrum Connection With PIA
Using Private Internet Access with Spectrum allows you to anonymize your connection and avoid throttling.
PIA barely impacted my Spectrum speeds in my tests and allowed me to stream in 4K without buffering. On top of that, it lets you access foreign streaming platforms like BBC iPlayer, CBC Gem, and ABC iView in the US.
So, why wait? Grab this exclusive PIA discount to block Spectrum from keeping tabs on your browsing activities and unblock streaming channels anywhere!
