Guide: How to Watch ITV Hub from New Zealand
Access the Best British VPN
Simply install the Beebs Extension on Chrome
British telly enthusiasts based in NZ shouldn't need to miss out on their favourite television shows. We're here to help with that!
Just as people outside of New Zealand are not allowed to watch TVNZ OnDemand, those living in New Zealand are also unable to watch ITV Hub and other British television channels.
Missing out on new episodes of your favourite ITV show like Midsomer Murders, Vera or Love Island was sadly just a part of spending time away from the UK.
Are you missing out on these ITV shows because you're travelling or living in New Zealand? Well, we can help you get in on all the action by subscribing to Beebs.
This simple chrome add on unlocks all the TV shows found on the ITV player website, plus it also gains access to the other English TV channels such as the BBC and Channel 4.
TLDR: Here's the Best Way to Watch ITV Hub from New Zealand:
It really is that easy. Once you gain access to the ITV player you'll just need to register and you'll be all set to start streaming.
Happy viewing!
Full Access to the ITV TV in NZ
ITV's extensive library of British television shows and movies awaits those who want it. It's not just the big hit shows like Love Island, Britain's Got Talent, or Midsomer Murders to watch on ITV player. Hidden gems found across the different channels such as Great British Sewing Bee await Kiwi audiences.
If, for whatever reason, you get sick of the content found on ITV. You can simply click on the Beebs icon and switch over to Channel 4 or BBC iPlayer. Beebs users get the full streaming experience as you would living in the UK.
We created the Beebs Chrome Extension as an alternative to the usual VPNs. It is a specialised service to those wanting to stream British TV channels from anywhere overseas and is available to anyone using Google's Chrome browser from the Google Web Store.
Unlike a VPN, the Beebs extension sits in idle until it is needed. It's lightweight, fast, secure and just a one-click access to any of the British channels. Being a Chrome extension allows for a a micro connection to re-route your traffic to a UK ip address, so you can watch ITV from New Zealand when needed.
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Pay For A VPN to Access British Streaming Services
The only way to watch ITV from New Zealand is to appear to the servers that you are in the UK. This is because of geo-location blocking that the service providers perform.
A VPN is a popular method of trying to access the BBC iView website. A VPN stands for a virtual private network and is downloadable piece of software available to anyone with an internet connection.
Free VPNs are available, but it is rare to find a free VPN that can consistently access British television and let you be able to watch ITV Hub. Also consider that the more expensive VPNs offer superior secure and anonymity.
The reality is that you'll need to pay extra for a well reviewed and tested VPN for consistent access to English television channels. Yet, even then. An expensive VPN doesn't guarantee being able to watch ITV.
VPNs can throttles internet speeds users may need expertise to maintain and troubleshoot.
Should I Wait For Britbox to Arrive in New Zealand?
Britbox is slowly expanding to more countries. Initially launching in the United States, the service is now also streaming in Canada, Britain and Australia households.
Although Britbox does seem like a good deal for Kiwi households, it's not exactly the killer app that most had hoped it would be.
This is because BritBox’s content is made up largely of the older stuff. Plus it's limited to content mainly from ITV's vaults (plus some BBC programmes here and there).
So, if you're after new releases coming straight from the UK, then Britbox isn't such a great option. Newer shows from ITV won't be making an appearance on Britbox until much later since the broadcaster often sells the rights to these shows to larger streaming providers (Netflix is a big buyer of British content) who can afford to pay a higher prices.
ITV launched Britbox because it would have been impossible to launch a ITV player in New Zealand due to rights issues.
Find a Proxy Server for UK TV Channels
Finding a proxy server may be a good option if you want to catch a UK TV show here and there. A little more lightweight compared to a VPN but more complicated to set up.
To watch the BBC iPlayer abroad for free (or paid) you will need some sort of proxy server. A proxy disguises the ip address to a geographical place of your choosing.
A major downside to a proxy is that it can have security issues or be difficult to access. It's also common for them to be riddled with adverts if you try to download a free version.
All in all, it really comes down to which type of service you feel most comfortable with to watch TV from New Zealand. For a highly technical person then a VPN will do the job, for an inexperienced person then the Google Chrome extension is the easiest to install and run.
Frequently asked questions
Access the Best British VPN
Simply install the Beebs Extension on Chrome