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Hotstar is an Indian over-the-top streaming service. A merger between media companies in 2019 resulted in Disney’s ownership of Hotstar, with the service officially becoming known as Disney+ Hotstar. While Hotstar is also available in other countries like Indonesia, US, and the UK, Hotstar India (now known as “Disney+ Hotstar” due to its collaboration with Disney+) is the only region that lets you stream content for free. Below the complete details for how to watch Hot star from anywhere in the world..

The problem is, you can’t access Disney+ Hotstar India if you are not located in India. Because the streaming platform is geo-restricted due to licensing regulations, anyone outside of India won’t be able to enter the site.

If you want to access Disney+ Hotstar from outside of India, you’ll need to use a VPN. A VPN hides your IP address and gives you a new one from a country of your choice. So when you connect to a VPN’s Indian server, Hotstar will think you’re in India and give you access to the site.

I tested many VPNs and found one that worked the best to get around Disney+ Hotstar’s geoblocks. My top recommendation is ExpressVPN because its Indian servers let me access Disney+ Hotstar without any issues and it had really fast speeds for streaming. You can even test ExpressVPN out for yourself risk-free. If you don’t feel it’s right for you, you can get a full refund within the 30-day money-back guarantee period.

Why You Need a VPN to Watch Disney+ Hotstar ?

Due to broadcasting restrictions, Disney+ Hotstar India is only available in a limited number of countries, such as India, the US, and the UK. These geoblocks make it impossible for people anywhere else to watch its content — unless you have a VPN.

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A VPN bypasses geo-restrictions by changing your IP address. Once you connect to a server in India, your virtual location is moved there. This way, Hotstar believes you’re in a licensed country, and lets you access all of its content without any restrictions. Hotstar India has a far larger content library, more exclusive shows and sports, and cheaper subscription prices than other countries.

It’s also the only location where Hotstar offers a free 30-day trial. So, if you live in the UK or USA and you’re considering Hotstar, it makes sense to use a VPN and sign up to Disney+Hotstar India. When you use a reliable VPN, you’ll be able to get past the platform’s geoblocks and watch Disney+ Hotstar India with ease.

How to Set up Disney+ Hotstar India on Your Device

Android

• Go to your phone’s Settings. Click on “Personal”, then “Location”. Change the tab at the top of your screen from “Location On” to “Location Off”.
• Turn on your VPN and choose a server in India. I recommend ExpressVPN as they have an extensive Indian server network to ensure you have reliable connections.
• Start enjoying Hotstar! Just download the Hotstar app and select the movie you want.

iOS and AppleTV

• Use a VPN to connect to an Indian server. I used ExpressVPN and was instantly connected to a high-speed server with a steady connection.
• Bring up the app store. Select a free app (any will do). iTunes will ask you to create a new account.
• Create your new Apple account. Remember to use an Indian street address. I used a random hotel address; BJ Road, Mount Mary, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050 – and it worked fine for me.With an Indian Apple ID, you can watch Hotstar on your iPhone or AppleTV in no time
• Download the Hotstar app and start streaming!

Windows/Mac desktop

• Download a VPN. I used ExpressVPN and found it easy and quick to set up on my desktop.
• Choose a server in India.
• Go to the Hotstar India website. Click on the login button in the top right-hand corner.