How to get an IP address for Kuwait with a VPN

Do you want access to Kuwaiti streaming sites such as KTV 1, Kuwait Plus, or Funoon TV? Or perhaps you’re trying to use your online account with National Bank of Kuwait or the Commercial Bank of Kuwait? Whatever your reason for wanting an IP address from Kuwait, a VPN is the simplest and quickest solution.

Virtual private networks (VPNs) work by encrypting all the traffic flowing to and from your device and routing it via an intermediary server. When you select a server in Kuwait, your actual IP address will be replaced with a Kuwaiti one, so it will appear as if you’re actually in the country. As an added bonus, VPNs hide your online activity from government snoops as well as your internet service provider (ISP) — which might otherwise seek to limit your connection speeds when streaming or torrenting.

The problem is that there are very few VPNs with servers in Kuwait. So, in this article, we’ll explain exactly how to gain an IP address from Kuwait, and we’ll list the best VPNs for the job.

How to get an IP address for Kuwait

VPNs are pretty easy to get started with. Just follow the simple steps below and you can be browsing the internet as if you were in Kuwait in no time.

Here’s how to change your IP address to Kuwait:

1. Settle on a service that meets your requirements. We recommend ProtonVPN.
2. Once you have registered and paid for the provider, proceed to download the native software for your device. Ensure you do so directly from official websites or app stores.
3. Connect to a server in Kuwait. Wait for the connection to be established.
4. After it’s successful, try accessing geo-restricted Kuwaiti channels.
5. If it doesn’t work immediately, clear your browser cache and cookies and try again (to remove old location identifiers).

How we found the best VPNs for gaining a Kuwaiti IP address

There are slim pickings out there for VPNs with servers in Kuwait, but that doesn’t mean we’ll recommend any old thing to you. Providers still have to meet certain safety and performance standards to make our list. Some of the things we looked for when trying to create a list of the best VPNs for a Kuwait IP address are outlined below:

• Maintains fast speeds along with a resolute connection
• Offers servers in Kuwait (the more, the better)
• Is proven to be able to unblock geo-restricted streaming services
• Has robust encryption protocols in place so your web activity is hidden
• Provides apps for Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android
• Doesn’t log any personally identifiable information
• Allows multiple devices to connect at a time

You can read more about how we test and rank the VPNs we recommend in our detailed methodology article. But for now, let’s take a look at the ones that made our list.

The best VPNs to get an IP address from Kuwait

You’ll notice that our provider shortlist is extremely short. That’s because very, very few VPN companies have servers in Kuwait. Some have servers in nearby countries. For example, NordVPN has servers in United Arab Emirates, ExpressVPN has servers in Lebanon, and Surfshark has servers in Saudi Arabia. So, if you just want to protect yourself online, they are good options. However, if you have to have Kuwaiti servers, then below are two quality options.

Here’s our list of the best VPNs to get a Kuwaiti IP address:

1. ProtonVPN

Oct 2024 Servers in KuwaitTested Oct 2024

ProtonVPN is our top choice VPN for a Kuwait IP address. Has one of the largest server networks of any VPN. This is made up of more than 8,000 servers in 112 countries at the time of writing. It has four servers in Kuwait City, all of which are low load which is partly due to it not being a commonly sought server location. ProtonVPN averaged 216 Mbps in our latest speed tests, putting it among the fastest VPNs available. As such, it’s a great option for streaming.

Unlike most VPNs which keep some logs even if they’re non-identifying, ProtonVPN operates a genuine no-logs policy. It’s one of the best VPNs for privacy seekers and even accepts anonymous cash payments which can’t be said for most VPNs. A high level of security can be expected thanks to 256-bit AES encryption, DNS leak protection, and a kill switch. SecureCore servers provide extra protection if needed.

Secure as many as 10 devices at the same time with the ProtonVPN apps for Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Linux, and Amazon Fire TV. An Apple TV app is said to be coming soon. Chrome, Firefox, and Edge browser extensions are available and you can manually configure ProtonVPN with select VPN-compatible routers.

BEST VPN FOR A KUWAIT IP ADDRESS:ProtonVPN has multiple servers in Kuwait and a vast server network. It’s also among the fastest VPNs we’ve tested and unblocks many popular streaming platforms. True no-logs service with an ad blocker, Double VPN servers, and live chat support. You can even try it risk-free with its 30-day money-back guarantee.

Read our full ProtonVPN review.

2. HMA

HMA (formerly better known as Hide My Ass) is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates 1080+ servers in 210+ countries, including two virtual Kuwaiti servers — with six IP addresses. As well as Kuwait, the provider is known for having servers in far-flung destinations such as Comoros, Suriname, and Svalbard and Jan Mayen.

Started in 2005, HMA has moved away from the freemium model — offering instead a seven-day free trial to lure would-be subscribers in. This doesn’t require paying anything up-front, so it’s a good option if you only need a Kuwaiti IP address for a week or less.

Alternatively, users can dive right in and take out a 12-month or 36-month subscription. This allows them a maximum of five connections. Those who’d prefer a maximum of ten connections have the additional option of a 24-month subscription. Ten-connection subscriptions are roughly double the price, so only opt for this if your really need it.

HMA offers the ability to choose servers earmarked for specific use cases such as accessing streaming sites or engaging in P2P filesharing (torrenting). It’s fast, stable, secure, and ships with the capability to securely access sites such as Netflix, Hulu, and BBC iPlayer.

HMA uses 256-bit AES encryption (also referred to as ‘military-grade’), along with 4,096-bit RSA keys, perfect forward secrecy, and automatic wi-fi protection. An internet kill switch is included in the desktop app.

The service is goof for online privacy. It protects against DNS and WebRTC leaks and it only collects minimal logs. If you run into any connection problems, simply contact the 24/7 live chat support team and they’ll help you out. Easy-to-use apps are available for Windows, MacOS, Android, and iOS.

GREAT FOR STREAMING:HideMyAss works with many streaming services and has fast speeds and top-tier encryption. All plans ship with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Read our full review of HMA.

Using a free VPN to get a Kuwait IP address

Free VPN services may seem appealing, but the fact of the matter is that they have several disadvantages when compared to paid options. Take speed, for instance: free VPNs typically don’t offer unlimited bandwidth and usually have far more users than existing servers can support. Be prepared to wait to connect to a server due to frequent network congestion and a small choice of server options.

What’s more, during our research, we noticed that Kuwait isn’t exactly a priority country when it comes to hosting VPN servers. As such, it’ll be very difficult for you to find a free VPN that provides a Kuwait IP address.

Of course, free VPNs are tempting because there’s no cash transfer involved (plus, who doesn’t love freebies?). Unfortunately, this isn’t the same thing as obtaining a product sample at the new coffee shop down the road. Your data, browsing history, passwords, and other sensitive information have to flow through VPN servers, so it’s in your best interest to practice extreme caution before opting for a free VPN.

If you’re not convinced, consider that some free VPN providers have been caught mining user data and selling it on for a profit. One unscrupulous provider actually piggybacked on idle bandwidth to build botnet armies and attack rival sites. Our own research found that none of the top 20 free VPNs in Google Play had what we’d consider to be good data protection.

Basically, you could be introducing privacy risks just to save a few dollars. We recommend that you use a VPN that always places user interests and privacy first.

The current state of internet freedom in Kuwait

Internet surveillance and censorship in Kuwait have been on the upswing in the past several years. In October 2012, a blogger was arrested and incarcerated for two years because he tweeted remarks considered to be offensive to Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah.

Freedom House states Kuwait is only ‘partly-free,’ noting that its status as a monarchy allows it to impinge on individual rights and liberties as well as repress the online environment whenever it deems necessary.

There’s little to no independent media and any criticism of ruling authorities is simply not allowed.

For all intents and purposes, it’s probably in your best interests to navigate the web safely and securely with a VPN. If you’re a blogger or whistleblower, read our guide on how to blog anonymously.

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