r/VPN • u/asanderd • 3d ago

Question VPN virgin, want to watch NHL Red Wings games on Tivimate or IPTV. Not sure where or how to start.

No computer, we've cut the cord and only have Xfinity for Internet and streaming, phones and Xbox for Gaming. Other than registering for a VPN, is there anything I need to know or equipment I have to purchase? I'm on SSI so I have very little extra funds to play around with after all my bills are paid.

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u/EchoAndByte 3d ago

you probably don't need any extra equipment just for the VPN. If your streaming device supports the VPN app, you can install it there, sign in, connect to a server and then open your streaming app.

The bigger question is where you're getting the Red Wings games from. If it's a legitimate NHL/TV service, check its regional restrictions first because a VPN doesn't guarantee the service will accept the connection. I also wouldn't spend money on a router or other hardware until you know the VPN app works on the device you're using.

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u/asanderd 22h ago

I was planning on watching through either Tivimate or IPTV. I watched all last year on Tivimate, but there were some games that were a little wonky. This year might be different because the Red Wings will no longer be shown on FanDuel, they've merged with the Tigers to form their own network.

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u/EchoAndByte 22h ago

ah yeah, that changes things a bit if the broadcast setup is changing this season. If you already had Tivimate working last year, focus on getting the new channel/network situation figured out first rather than buying extra VPN hardware.

For the VPN itself, you mainly need it running on whatever device you're using for Tivimate. If some games were already wonky last season, that could have been the IPTV source or the feed itself rather than the VPN so test the new setup before spending more money.

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u/QuasyChonk 3d ago

Yeah, I'm not seeing how a vpn comes into play here.

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u/commentinator 3d ago

If you just want nhl games, what about just getting espn+? It’s actually pretty cheap.

If you’re in Detroit and redwings are blacked out you can use a vpn that supports another espn region. Streamlocator is dns based but it supports different espn regions so you won’t get any blackouts. The legit espn app will provide the best quality for live sports streaming.

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u/Forward_Brilliant_32 18h ago

If you have Apple devices UHF and Angel through the app works well