How to watch HBO Max in the UK

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HBO Max has been expanding its network in Europe this year, but the UK remains off the list. This isn’t going to change anytime soon, so you’ll need to sign up to a streaming-friendly VPN to watch HBO Max in the UK.

There are plenty of streaming-friendly VPNs to consider for this job, but ExpressVPN is arguably the best. To bypass HBO Max’s geo-restrictions, this is all you need to do:

1. Sign up to ExpressVPN (you can get an extra three months for free with a 12-month plan)

2. Download the ExpressVPN app to your device of choice (ExpressVPN has apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the ExpressVPN app and connect to a server in the U.S.

This simple process makes HBO think you are based in the U.S. when you log in to your account, meaning you can watch all the shows and movies on the platform. If you don’t already have a HBO Max account, you’ll need to create a new account using an American credit card or a gift card. This is where it gets a little more complicated. You’ll need to follow these steps to sign up if you’re based in the UK:

1. Open up ExpressVPN on your iOS/Android device and connect to a server in the U.S.

2. Create an Apple ID/Google Play account

3. Register your account on the app store

4. Download and install the HBO Max app

5. Create a new account in the HBO Max app with your email address and password

6. Pay with your UK PayPal account

We know this process isn’t straighforward, but it’s worth it. Plus, ExpressVPN is on sale for a limited time.

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