Comment on VPN connections keep getting blocked
Roopappy@lemmy.world 1 week ago
I probably need to switch VPNs. I currently use Surfshark and I experience 2 problems, and I want to see if it’s unique to that service.
Lots of sites block my traffic because they detect i’m coming from a VPN. And just not like… banks or streaming services, but stupid things like Autotrader.com. It’s silly.
The connection always seems to slow down over time, and I have to disconnect and reconnect to get it working at full speed again. I use it on Linux and on Android and the problem happens across devices.
Sounds like Mullvad has some good options.
I use Surfshark as well and have your problem 1, as I assume most VPN users do, but not your problem 2. My connection and speeds seem pretty stable, even allowing me to max out my connection many hours later.
Perhaps the issue is which server you’re connecting to.
Yeah, I try jumping around. Some are better than others, but none are great.
hellfire103@lemmy.ca 1 week ago
I would not recommend Surfshark. Mullvad is normally quite good, as are ProtonVPN, Windscribe, and IVPN.
However, as you will be aware from my post, your mileage may vary depending on how nice your ISP is.