Are your ISP's actions legal?
Are your ISP's actions legal?
Last year, my ISP chose to disable all VPN services. It doesn't just immediately block them; it restarts the connection each time you attempt to access a VPN site. This makes it harder for people to discover what happened and likely hides their actions, even though they claim no blocking occurred. They told me it wasn't their fault, citing a VPN issue or browser restrictions for talkers. I have proof of our chat. Is their behavior illegal? And before someone blames the VPN, I tested it in four different locations—each with a separate connection and updated OS versions, all with firewalls turned off.
If you bought the VPN package, visit the VPN provider. They offer additional tools and greater influence to address the problem. I’ll start there because the diagnostics available after a local internet connection are limited. I’ve learned that ISPs sometimes block specific ports on domestic connections due to spammers. In short, they prevent remote access methods that could be used to control someone’s PC. It might sound extreme, but some ISPs are implementing this. Typically, you’ll find a control panel setting. If you reach a knowledgeable tech representative who isn’t familiar with VPN restrictions, point them to the blocking of remote control software—it could be more relevant.
TalkTalk Kidsafe (Homesafe) appears to be the main option: https://www.blocked.org.uk/site/http://nordvpn.com
I completely overlooked those annoying "child-safe" filters. Classic UK humor.
The childsafe filter displays a talkback screen when blocked. Could it be related to VPNs? Do they conceal something?