NordVPN not working with DAZN? Troubleshooting Tips

You’re traveling and just want to watch your DAZN account without interruption. Then you connect to NordVPN and either get hit with an error message like “DAZN isn’t available in this country” or find yourself redirected to your current country’s library.

This guide is for DAZN subscribers using NordVPN who need to restore access quickly. I’ll provide working solutions, explain why blocks happen, and let you know when it’s time to contact support versus trying fixes yourself.

Quick fixes: Start here

DAZN has long had a reputation for aggressive VPN blocking. When NordVPN stops working, it’s usually because a specific server gets blacklisted – not because NordVPN is broken.

Most effective fixes (in order):

1. Switch to a different NordVPN server in your DAZN subscription country – this solves the majority of cases.
2. Clear your browser/app cache and cookies (or reinstall the app on iOS) – DAZN remembers your old location.
3. Change VPN protocol – switch between NordLynx and OpenVPN UDP. If neither works, enable obfuscated servers (requires OpenVPN).
4. Disable conflicting NordVPN features – Temporarily pause Scam, Phishing, and Malware protection in the app.
5. Turn off DNS-over-HTTPS – Find and deactivate this in your device or browser settings to prevent leaks.
6. Update the NordVPN app – Old app versions have outdated server lists.
7. Restart everything – Your device, the NordVPN app, and then the DAZN app (or your browser).

Important warnings:

• Free VPNs almost never work with DAZN. The streaming platform maintains extensive blocklists, and only the best DAZN VPNs with fresh IP pools stay ahead of them.
• DAZN ties your subscription primarily to the country where you established your account. A VPN lets you access your home library while abroad, but DAZN’s system is designed to prevent you from unlocking a different region’s library with an account created elsewhere.
• Dedicated IP servers have higher success rates than shared IPs for DAZN.

This guide reflects my recent testing of NordVPN with DAZN. Just keep in mind that individual server IPs can be blocked or unblocked by DAZN without warning, so if a specific fix doesn’t resolve your issue, NordVPN’s live chat team should be able to provide current working server recommendations.

Why DAZN blocks NordVPN

DAZN is one of the toughest streaming services to access via a VPN. They track:

• IP address reputation: Known VPN server IPs get flagged quickly.
• Connection patterns: Multiple users from the same IP trigger alerts.
• DNS leaks: If your real DNS shows through, DAZN detects it.
• Location mismatches: Your account billing country doesn’t match your apparent IP address location.

When DAZN catches you, you’ll see one of these error messages:

NordVPN is actually one of the few premium VPNs that regularly works with DAZN.  According to NordVPN’s official support documentation, they maintain compatible servers in over 20 countries including the US, UK, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Australia. Here’s the catch: individual servers get blocked periodically.

NordVPN has thousands of server IPs. DAZN blacklists specific ones they detect. Sometimes that takes hours, sometimes weeks. So if your usual server suddenly stops working, it’s likely just one blacklisted node.

Step-by-step troubleshooting for NordVPN with DAZN (in order of success rate)

Not all fixes work equally well. I’ve organized these from highest to lowest success probability based on NordVPN’s official guidance as well as user reports:

1. Server switch within same country

This solves most issues. Go to your NordVPN app, disconnect from your current location, then connect to a different server in the exact same country your DAZN account was registered in. Don’t jump countries – that often makes things worse.

Note: Dedicated IP servers and obfuscated servers tend to have lower block rates than standard servers, though dedicated IPs require an add-on purchase.

2. Clear cached location data

Your browser or DAZN app remembers your last location. Even after switching VPN servers, cached data can cause DAZN to keep flagging you.

On Android:

1. Settings > Apps > DAZN.
2. Tap Storage & cache.
3. Select Clear cache.
4. Reopen app and connect to the VPN.

On iOS:

1. Uninstall the DAZN app completely.
2. Restart your device.
3. Reinstall from App Store.
4. Connect to NordVPN before launching DAZN.

On desktop browser:

1. Clear browser cache and cookies.
2. Or use an incognito window.

3. Protocol change in NordVPN settings

Different protocols are harder for DAZN to detect. NordLynx (based on WireGuard) is faster but more easily identified. OpenVPN UDP is slower but stealthier.

To change:

1. Open the NordVPN app.
2. Go to Settings > VPN Protocol.
3. Select OpenVPN (UDP).
4. Disconnect and reconnect.

Some users report switching to obfuscated servers, which mask VPN traffic entirely (but may reduce speed).

4. DNS leak check

NordVPN has DNS leak protection enabled by default, but conflicting settings elsewhere on your device can sometimes bypass it. It’s worth a quick verification:

Run a quick test:

1. Visit a site like dnsleaktest.com (or use our DNS Leak Test tool) and click “Extended test”.
2. With NordVPN disconnected, note which DNS servers appear.
3. Connect NordVPN, refresh, and test again.
4. You should now only see NordVPN DNS servers listed.

NordVPN’s DNS leak protection should already be active. If you see leaks, check whether your browser has DNS-over-HTTPS or whether the system has a Secure DNS setting enabled, which may be causing DNS queries to bypass NordVPN’s DNS resolver.

5. Contact NordVPN support

If nothing above works, NordVPN’s 24/7 live chat team can check whether specific servers are currently blocked for DAZN in your region.

Countries where NordVPN works with DAZN

Per NordVPN, these regions have confirmed compatible servers:

Note: NordVPN confirms these countries have DAZN-compatible servers, but individual server IPs within each country can still be temporarily blocked as DAZN updates its detection. If one server in a listed country fails, try another in the same country before switching regions.

When nothing works: Alternatives to consider

Sometimes DAZN’s blocking simply outpaces NordVPN’s IP rotation. Here are some legitimate alternatives:

Dedicated IP option

NordVPN’s dedicated IP service assigns you a static IP not shared with other users. Because they’re not rotated among hundreds of people, dedicated IPs tend to stay off blocklists longer than shared IPs. A dedicated IP with NordVPN (or indeed with any VPN) costs extra but provides more consistent DAZN access.

Smart DNS workaround

If the VPN tunnel fails, Smart DNS offers a lighter alternative. It replaces your DNS queries without encrypting all traffic, making it harder for DAZN to detect.

How to set up:

1. Turn off NordVPN (and any other VPN).
2. Find your current public IPv4 address.
3. Log into your NordVPN account dashboard.
4. Go to NordVPN > SmartDNS and select Enable/Activate SmartDNS
5. NordVPN will allowlist that IPv4 address.
6. On the device you want to use SmartDNS on, manually set its servers to:
   – Primary: 103.86.96.103
   – Secondary (if available): 103.86.99.103
7. Save the settings.

Warning: SmartDNS provides no encryption or privacy protection – it only handles location spoofing.

Alternative VPN services for DAZN

Based on my testing, NordVPN is the best VPN for DAZN. Still, if you just can’t get it working, there are a few quality alternatives worth your consideration:

1. Surfshark: Best budget VPN for DAZN – worked with half of the DAZN libraries I tested it against.
2. ExpressVPN: Great for users who want a premium DAZN VPN – successfully accessed most DAZN regions I tried.
3. PrivateVPN: Excellent choice if you want a user-friendly option (but only worked with DAZN Canada in my testing).

Remember: The above testing results don’t guarantee permanent DAZN access.

What doesn’t work (save yourself some time)

Based on my own experience with DAZN, I wouldn’t bother with any of these approaches:

• Free VPN services – Too few server addresses, which means DAZN’s blocklists catch them almost immediately.
• Trying to access a different region’s library – Your country of signup determines available content, not your VPN location.
• Multiple rapid server switches – Can signal suspicious behavior, triggering stricter VPN detection.
• Signing up for DAZN while connected to VPN – Payment processing triggers stricter detection. Use a payment method matching your DAZN billing country.

Wrapping up

VPNs are in a constant cat-and-mouse game with DAZN. If your usual NordVPN server stops working suddenly, it’s rarely a dealbreaker. Most issues can be resolved by switching servers or clearing cached location data.

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