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Best VPN for Thailand: Learn How to Protect Your Online Privacy (2025)

Everything you do online in Thailand is tracked and logged by Internet Service Providers and can be accessed by the government.

In a nutshell, you are being watched.

Moreover, hackers are getting smarter, particularly over public WIFI systems.

And that's why you need a VPN in Thailand: to protect your personal data and right to privacy.

The New Cyber Security Bill

In February 2019, Thailand’s government passed a controversial cybersecurity bill that has been criticized for its potential to enable sweeping access to internet user data.

It gives authorities the right to access emails, telephone records, computer data and even postal mail without court approval (1).

Then, in October 2019, Digital Economy and Society Minister Buddhipongse Punnakanta announced that coffee shops must keep WIFI user traffic data, known as a log file, for at least 90 days in line with Section 26 of the Computer Crime Act (2).

This sounds startling, but an increase in the monitoring of web traffic began a number of years back.

Since 2015, Seven major Thai online service providers have been working with the Thai government to tackle the spread of illegal content on the web such as pornography, terrorism, drugs, spam, phishing and copyright infringement.

A 2018 report by Privacy International concluded the following:

Privacy International has conducted previous investigations into the Thai government’s surveillance of social media as a tool of intimidation. This report demonstrates how the practice is not only expanding, but the government is also experimenting with other forms of surveillance.

Privacy International is concerned about the increasing monitoring of social media and other internet-based communications (3).

I must note that the government has strongly denied these allegations (4).

The PI report uncovered the use of fairly low-grade tech. The nature of these surveillance methods means you can safely say that using a VPN will help keep your privacy safe.

If you want quick recommendations for the best VPN for Thailand then see the two below.

I use both, interchangeably.

If you want to learn more about internet security in Thailand, and see a deep dive on these recommendations, read on.

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A VPN protects you from ISP tracking, government snooping and hackers.

The “Snooping Initiative”

Thailand has cracked down heavily on dissidents in recent years. Anyone criticizing the country or leadership on social media or email is at risk of detention.

But Thailand is also getting tougher on spammers, lawbreakers and of all things, copyright infringers.

I know. Thailand is the last place on earth you’d expect to get in trouble for copyright infringement, particularly when this has always been the one place people come to get their yearly supply of fake handbags, bootleg DVDs and Polo shirts.

But Thailand has had to step up its game in this regard.

It had become a safe haven for internet spammers, web fraudsters, hackers, those selling prescription drugs online, torrent users and basically anyone doing any kind of online activity considered illegal in the Western world.

But under pressure from the international community, Thailand is getting tougher with online security. It wants to ensure that it is in favor when it comes to trade agreements and diplomacy with Europe and America.

Thailand & the NSA

To fall in with the big boys, Thailand is expected to start regulating online copyright infringement, and help the NSA gather information by invading the privacy of its citizens and guests by investigating their online activity and reporting back to big brother.

The “snooping initiative” began way back in 2013.

The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) began working with the PKI Association, the TISA (Thailand Information Security Association), THE Internet Foundation for the Development of Thailand, THE Thailand ISP Association, the Thai e-Commerce Association, Google Asia Pacific and eBay to create the country's first self-enforced code of conduct for preventing illegal content on the web.

The US National Security Agency uses computer servers in Thailand to help run a massive collection of information about internet users, and to store and analyze the data. ~ Bangkok Post (5).

Your Privacy at Risk

So what does this mean for you?

Thailand doesn’t mess around when it comes to enforcing the law, particularly where foreign nationals are concerned. Though Thai nationals are also under threat.

Consider Mr Karn Pongpraphapan, arrested in October 2019 by the Crime Suppression Division for having an inappropriate hashtag posted on a thread he started, which was deemed to be stirring up hatred (6).

But just how serious will this crackdown on online activity get?

I mean, we’ve heard the word “crackdown” bounded around in Thailand so many times over so many issues that it doesn’t really hold much weight in our minds anymore.

And what does “preventing illegal content on the web” actually mean?

Prosecution Cases

Well, remember the spate of ridiculous court cases brought by the RIAA in the US? (7)

Remember 12 year old Brianna LaHara who was fined $2,000, or Wisconsin grandfather Fred Lawrence who ended up smacked with a $60,000 lawsuit.

Or how about 66-year-old grandmother of three, Lola Scruse, who was fined $6,000 because her grandchildren downloaded songs onto her computer – she was on dialysis and lived off of Social Security checks at the time.

With the expanded reach of the Computer Crime Act and dedicated cyber police units, online privacy is now a concern for us all.

The last thing you want is the police to come to your apartment or hotel with a piece of paper from the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) that says you need to pay a fine or go to jail.

Thailand now has the internet snooping powers of the Western world. This means foreign nationals must abide by the laws.

What might seem like a harmless download of a movie, a visit to a naughty website, a silly #hashtag or joke about the government on Facebook may end up with your mug shot on a Thai Visa news piece.

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Even powerful Pirate Bay owner & internet guru Hans Fredrik Lennart could not buy off the Thai police.

Censorship of Free Speech

It's not just about illegal content like downloading movies or music. It's about dissent.

The authorities want to get over the political problems of the past decade, and part of that means making sure people don't share negative media or write negatively about Thailand on social networking platforms.

It also means monitoring the sites people use.

A few years ago the Thai authorities banned access to The Daily Mail (7), and investigated the BBC for allegedly insulting the monarchy (8).

Those who oppose the authorities, and their friends are being monitored. So be careful who you're friends with on Twitter and Facebook, and what you watch, share and download.

It might sound a bit like I'm fear-mongering here, but this is the reality – not just in Thailand but the world over.

Instability and insecurity are making the powers that be very paranoid, and as such they need to see what we bad citizens are up to at all times.

Even if it sounds over the top, it doesn't hurt to protect yourself. You have a right to privacy.

Stay Anonymous – Get a VPN!

I don’t download music or films illegally, but I do enjoy my privacy. I believe every citizen has the right to privacy online.

That aside, work is my primary reason for using a VPN, because I need to access sites from US and European servers for particularly tasks.

Moreover, I have been hacked in the past, and it isn't a nice experience when all your personal banking information finds its way into the hands of fraudsters (beware open public WIFI connections).

Aside from protecting my data, these laws really concern me.

I don’t want to be accused of spending time on inappropriate sites after innocently clicking a link sent to me by a friend from the other side of the world, or in Thailand.

I don't want to accused of insulting Thailand for liking the “wrong post” on Facebook or Twitter.

A VPN helps prevent all of the above by keeping you anonymous.

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Best VPN for Thailand: My Recommendations

1: VyprVPN

Based out of Switzerland, VyprVPN has a great reputation for security, particularly for the work it has done in defeating the great China firewall.

It boasts 700 servers, over 200,000 IP addresses, and handles data end-to-end with no reliance on third party infrastructure. This means the highest level of privacy and security are guaranteed.

Switzerland is notorious for being privacy conscious, and the fact Vypr is based there and not the US or UK means no log files will be shared with authorities.

Coverage & Ease of Use:

VyprVPN has solid coverage in Asia, with servers in Thailand, Singapore and Australia. The latter two I use regularly, as the speeds are very good.

Here's a screenshot of VyprVPN on my desktop/laptop:

vypr vpn dashboard

Now I'm in New York (hehe).

Can you see the kill switch? It automatically stops all traffic if Vypr becomes disconnected. And switching on the site blocker helps you avoid malicious sites.

Easy to use, self-explanatory, and very secure.

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VyprVPN can be used across all your devices, and simultaneously too.

Here's some screenshots of the VyprVPN app on my iPhone (they cater for Android devices, too):

vyprvpn app Thailand

Pricing:

The new VyprVPN pricing for 2025 offers a monthly plan and an annual plan.

If you opt for a year you can almost half the price of a monthly subscription.

Both plans offer the following:

  • 30-day money back guarantee
  • 5 simultaneous connections
  • Unlimited high-speed bandwidth
  • Apps for all devices
  • 70+ global server locations
  • Chameleon Protocol
  • No bandwidth or data limits
  • No third-party infrastructure
  • Fully audited no-log service
  • Connection available to 46 streaming libraries (Netflix, etc).

If you're wondering what the Chameleon Protocol is: this technology uses scrambled metadata to prevent VPN blocking, which is something you may experience in China or countries that try to block the use of a VPN.

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2: Nord VPN

Based in Panama, NordVPN uses military grade encryption to shield your internet activity from hackers and malware, protect you on public Wi-Fi networks, and even block annoying ads.

It basically does what Vypr does; the two are very much on a par.

There are no data retention laws in Panama and therefore Nord remains log-less and secure, though unlike Vypr Nord has not been officially audited and verified a No Log VPN.

Nord has over 5,763 servers across 65 countries, so you certainly aren't short of a place to connect to.

Coverage & Ease of Use:

You can secure up to 6 devices (simultaneously) with a single NordVPN account, and connect computers, smartphones, and routers. You can use the apps available for iPhone and Android.

Nord has 5 servers in Thailand and over 630 in Asia-Pacific. There are plenty of options to connect locally and enjoy a fast connection.

On desktop (seen below) Nord is really easy to use. Select a server or use ‘Quick Connect' for the fastest server.

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With the Kill Switch on (seen below), if your VPN connection is interrupted your internet will cut out so that your location and browsing activity is not revealed.

NordVPN-mobile

Pricing:

The NordVPN 2025 pricing offers 3 plans: monthly, 1-year, and 2-year.

The Nord 1-year plan is $3 cheaper per month than Vypr, and the 2-year plan works out $1 cheaper than the 1-year. The 1-month plan is $3 cheaper than Vypr.

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  • Access 5,755 servers worldwide
  • No logs policy
  • No bandwidth or data limits
  • Connect 6 devices at the same time
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

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Recommendations Comparison, In Summary

Nord Vs VyprVPN:

  1. Security: Both companies are based in secure locations. Neither company pass user data to the authorities like US and UK-based VPN companies may do.
  2. Logging: Neither company keep personal details or IP logs. They only keep your order information. However, Vypr has the advantage over Nord here because of being publicly audited and officially verified as logless.
  3. Third Party Infrastructure: This is where Vypr has the upper hand on most VPN services. They own all their own servers and hardware. Nord doesn't. This means Vypr can fix issues much faster, and can guarantee that they preside over and secure every single connection.
  4. Military Grade Encryption: Both companies protect your IP address and make sure that no one else can see which websites you visit or what files you download.
  5. Kill Switch: When activated this switch cuts off your internet connection if your VPN becomes disconnected. This protects your location being revealed over the connection. Both Vypr and Nord have kill switches.
  6. Excellent Coverage: Both work very well in Thailand and SE Asia due to the volume of available servers.
  7. Mobile & Desktop: You can connect on your laptop, tablet, phone, router, etc.
  8. Streaming Services: Vypr covers 46 services like Netflix, Amazon, Disney, HBO, Hulu, et al, whereas Nord covers fewer but still all the main ones.

Still Unsure What a VPN Does?

A VPN is a Virtual Private Network that secures your computer's internet connection to guarantee that all of the data you're sending and receiving is encrypted and secured from prying eyes.

Without a VPN in Thailand, your data can be logged, monitored, analyzed and stored by the authorities or your network administrator.

You're also at risk of being hacked or spied on by your network peers: those in your apartment complex, or at the café, airport or any other public place.

Your ISP or network administrator may also be limiting or restricting your access to certain websites and services. And then there’s the wider issue that sites you visit are probably collecting your personal data for advertising purposes.

Public Networks

The worrying thing about being in Thailand is living in a condo block and sharing a network with other residents. Such networks are sub-contracted to an amateur web guy who sells on the services of True, 3BB and alike to folks like you and I.

This means that your network administrator or condo building peers could be spying on your computer. I know this because I had someone in my building trying to connect to my Mac last month (“name wants to join your network” – no thank you!)

There are thousands of hackers living in Thailand, and your unsecured connection is easy fishing for them, especially if they have a deal going with the network manager which allows them backdoor access to the system.

And then there are those public places with free access to unsecured WiFi connections. These are prime hacking spots for hackers to gain access to your email account, online bank accounts and other confidential information.

A VPN is also an essential tool for writers, journalists, whistleblowers, forum users and anyone conducting online research. It's a very real possibility that writing, commenting on or viewing the wrong content online in Thailand will put you on the radar.

So for the sake of a few dollars a month, it’s an essential investment.

With a good VPN, you simply eliminate the risk or being spied on, hacked or having your data collected as you surf. You remain anonymous, closing the door on prying eyes. Period.

What's the Best VPN for Thailand?

If you’ve seen any of those review sites that list top 5 VPN’s for Thailand or similar, don’t bother.

These sites are just recommending their preferred VPNs in general. The reviews aren’t Thailand specific and they recommend pretty much the same services for each country.

I work online and I’ve used 6 VPN services since moving to Thailand, so I know what works well here inside the Land of Smiles.

Not all VPN’s are created equally, either: There are 4 key things you need to consider:

  1. Number of Servers: This determines how many countries you can pretend to be connected in. So, while you might be staying in Thailand, you can pretend to be in Italy, for example.
  2. Connection Speed: Some VPN’s take ages to boot up once you click on the software that you have to load once connected to the web. The better services take less than 10 seconds on average.
  3. Performance: Some just didn't work well for me in Thailand. One free service was in fact blocked by True internet.
  4. Security: Some VPN services store your browsing history and location details for lengthy periods of time. Some even share this data with government authorities. I won't use a VPN company that stores anything for more than 30 days (locally). I certainly wouldn't use one that shares my information with third parties.

VPN in a Nutshell

A VPN is essential for avoiding hackers, and for browsing and downloading files anonymously.

If you often access your bank accounts online while abroad, it will also provide an additional layer of security against the bad guys.

A VPN lets you conceal your personal information and your location (IP address) online from snooping by your internet service provider. This means they can't pass your information to local and foreign authorities.

Furthermore, you can also watch and read restricted content without it being blocked by the Thai authorities.

Additionally, you can bypass territorial restrictions on Netflix, Amazon, BBC iPlayer, etc., and stream movies and series from wherever you are.

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> Click to visit NordVPN <

I know a fair bit about internet security and using VPNs. So if you have a question, pop it in the comments section below and I'll answer it for you.



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    • TheThailandLife says

      Like Tunnel Bear Vypr and Nord both have a UK server. All VPNs will. You'll also get many European countries too. I used to use Tunnelbear many years ago. I loved the little graphic of the bear tunneling around the world but it was unreliable at times. I'm sure it's better now tough. Research whether they use their own infrastructure though, because reliability issues come about when a company is using lots of shared third party infrastructure
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    • Phil Lowney says

      One thing to consider is jurisdiction, and whether the VPN company is based in a country where it could be mandated to hand over its data due to local legislation. It's a good idea to reconsider companies based in their of the 5 Eyes or 14 Eyes alliances. I chose Surfshark based in the British Virgin Islands. There are others in Romania and the like, and a company based in Panama like Nord is a good bet, and I can watch BBC iPlayer when connected to UK servers.
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  2. david mills says

    I'm 78, lived in Thailand 20 years. In my old age I like look BBC and a little gay porn without being blocked on most sites. I have Nord VPN now and currently using a server in Japan. When I look my Ip address on my pc it says Japan then a space and then my address location in Thailand. Do I need to worry about this?. My favorite gay sites are now not blocked so I know the Nord vpn works ok, also I just bought a new PC and the shop disconnected the pop ups for me. I don't do anything illegal just want peace of mind by bank details are safe. Thanks, hope you can help me. David
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    • TheThailandLife says

      Hi David, the IP address you made your comment on is based in Tokyo, Japan, so Nord is working just fine. Your location in Thailand was not revealed. I'm not sure what you were looking at on your computer but rest assured this IP does not reveal your location.
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      • JamesE says

        This is a two-part problem. First, the IP address is a network thing that is set by Nord. You have no control over that. Second, most new PCs - like most new phones - come with GPS. That's where your address location comes from. You can go into Settings and disable location services (look for the setting "Location Privacy"). That way apps you use won't be able to tell where they are and you've added a bit more privacy to your mix.
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  3. Captorx says

    Hi Peter,
    So would you advice from downloading music or movies when in Thailand also if using VPN? For example from Pirate Bay that you mentioned? I am currently using AirVPN based in Italy which is working fine. But they do not have servers in Thailand so maybe I need to change when I move there. Or not use any VPN at all when visiting normal sites (not torrent sites).
    I have tried Nord before but then I had problem to print when I was using it. Another I tried did not allow we to send and receive emails with my Outlook software. AirVPN is doing both that. Maybe I try out VyprVPN. Are they OK with printing or email when using their servers?
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    • TheThailandLife says

      Your Airvpn might be fine, as they most likely have other local servers in neighboring countries.; you'd have to check. I often use US servers in Thailand anyway, and they are quick enough. It's just that sometimes for streaming movies and quicker download speeds it's useful to have a more local server, and also when booking hotels and stuff. I've never run into email or print issues with VYPR. I'm not sure why that would be. Sounds more like a router-VPN issue. I'm sure Nord have a fix for that if you ask them.
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      • JamesE says

        I've had some network print issues with VPN from time-to-time. I think some VPNs report themselves as being remote and the network printer wants you to be local. You can also try different protocols. I think Wireguard can be problematic. TTL's right, some websites work better if you're in Thailand but you can also use the VPN to see if things, like hotels and airfare, are cheaper in different places. Also, I've found that frequently it's faster to connect and download from a US server than through a Thai server. Thailand has a fast backbone but latency can be an issue (at least on the Vypr server).
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      • Captorx says

        Hi,
        Thanks for answering. I tried a lot with Nord to fix that but we failed. The other I tried was Express VPN I think. One of them had problem with printing and the other emails. OK but then I know about Vypr should be fine. I will look into that more when it is time to move. After Covid and when retire.
        What you think about movie and music downloading and sharing. Am I more at risk in Thailand then in Sweden? Maybe you can not answering on that one. But what is your general feeling? Is it No No No or more like same risk as in any western country?
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    • TheThailandLife says

      P.S. Using any file sharing service that infringes intellectual property rights comes with a risk. If one was to engage in such activity one would assume it would be best to protect one's identity. :)
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  4. Michelle says

    Hello Peter,

    I am considering using Vyper here in Thailand to stream Netflix and to secure data when I am on an unsecured network. I just chatted with a Vyper agent and I feel they were not very straightforward, about streaming Netflix here in LOS. I take it I will need to use a US server when I stream US netflix. Which server seems to be the best and the least likely to be blocked by NF? Also, which server would I use in Thailand on an unsecured network? Would it be Thailand? I don't understand VPN use very well. Finally, I want to thank you for the help you gave me when I was trying to get into Thailand. I made it on an O-A visa and I am now in quarantine in Bangkok.
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    • TheThailandLife says

      Hi Michelle, I'm glad I was able to help you make it there. You'll definitely need Netflix to get you through quarantine! The reason they would be a bit cagey is probably because using a VPN to bypass the Netflix geo-restriction is against the Netflix terms of service. Of course everybody does it but VYPR would have to be careful about openly advising on this. You are correct. You would need to connect to one of the US servers.
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    • JamesE says

      When in Thailand I'll use the Seattle, San Francisco, or L.A. servers. The performance on the east coast/central servers always seems slower. The same server might not work all the time so you'll have to try server-hopping to refresh your IP address to one Netflix doesn't associate with a VPN. When you get a connection, download the content you want to watch as streaming doesn't do the best and you may not be able to connect again if you get disconnected. Enjoy quarantine!
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    • JamesE says

      Follow-up. If you've been with Vypr for a while you're not getting the best deal. My subscription renewed in June for US$80/yr. I contacted support and got the Holiday Special (US$60/3 yrs and an increase from 5 to 30 devices) and Vypr fully prorated my current subscription onto the new one. I ended up paying US$19 for three years of service. Can't. Be. Beat. Also, following my experiment with Surfshark, I have nothing good to say about them. Customer support promised that the Thailand server would be back up at least 6 times in the last two months. Most recently they promised it would be up by the end of the year. Still hasn't happened. On top of that, despite their dropping services that were in place when I started my subscription, they refuse to even partially refund my subscription fee. Avoid them.
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  6. Nick Hudson says

    Hello there,

    I want to buy a VPN for streaming and gaming. I have shortlisted these VPNs. What's your opinion about these:
    - Pure VPN 88% off on 10 devices for 5 years.
    - Nord VPN 68% off for 2 years.
    - Express VPN 49% off for 1 year only.

    TIA
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    • TheThailandLife says

      Good choice. I've never had a problem with the VYPR app. Always connects every time for me, and it's really easy to use. Often it is best just to tap on "fastest server" and it will automatically connect you to the best connection.
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        • TheThailandLife says

          yes, you can leave on that normally unless you want to connect in a specific territory. There are many USA servers to choose from. If Macao is showing as fastest then that's currently fastest :). You can see in milliseconds how fast the servers are.
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    • JamesE says

      Just one heads-up. Vypr (and every other VPN I've used) may give you issues when you try to connect to a bank. I use Bank of America and sometimes I couldn't connect through the Seattle server but if I switch to Los Angeles it would work fine. I never had an issue with PayPal so that shouldn't cause any confusion. If you encounter a site that doesn't load or throws an error just switch servers. When I'm in Thailand I typically get best performance out of L.A. or San Francisco but as TTL says the US has a *lot* of choices.
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        • TheThailandLife says

          Start a new session by closing your browser. Start your VPN first and then once connected open your browser. If this still happens, it is most likely because PayPal has stored cookies in your browser for your session and it is reading location based on that. In this is the case, clear your browsing history, or open a private browser window (go to file to select this). In Chrome this mode is called 'New Incognito Window'. In Safari it is called 'New Private Window'.
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                • TheThailandLife says

                  I don't know. Try it. I receive PayPal confirmations to my UK sim card when in Thailand, and to my Thai sim when in UK from Bangkok Bank. Why did you delete your other account? You can have two PayPal accounts, you just need a different email address to set up a new one.
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                  • Noel says

                    Because I want to use my real email account and I don't see any point in having a Paypal account here. But I closed it so it's too late now.
                    Hopefully the important thing is my address , in which case I can use my sister's address.
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                  • Noel says

                    Oh no, this is a nightmare. It won't allow any other international code, only the plus 1 for the U.S. .
                    Even if I had not closed the local one, wouldn't they still want an American phone number?
                    Now I don't know what the hell I can do. I don't understand.
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                    • TheThailandLife says

                      If you are in contact with someone back home on messenger on your Thai phone, perhaps use their number and they can send you a code when you need to login. If not, just register another PP account in Thailand and use that for now. Then when you go back to the US you can set one up there before you return to Thailand.

                  • Noel says

                    Re{ " Then when you go back to the US you can set one up there before you return to Thailand." That doesn't even make sense.

                    The whole reason why I just bought the vpn yesterday and went through all this crap is because you people are saying I could avoid Paypal's fees by opening another account in the U.S. . But if They don't accept phone numbers from outside the U.S. then how can anyone outside the U. S. open an American account ?
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                    • TheThailandLife says

                      It's been years since I set up a PayPal account so I don't know the exact steps. It used to be email verification, not phone verification. Anyway, can't you just put in your US number and then opt to verify by email and not phone? That might be an option. Or like I said , get someone back home to help you do it. I'll let James reply; hopefully he is still following this thread.But there was no need to delete your other account.If not, you'll have to just set up another PayPal account from where you are, and the next time you visit the US you can set one up there. And then when you return to Thailand make sure you bring your US sim in case you need to access a verification on your phone. Don't worry about the VPN; it's refundable if you want. And anyway it's a good thing to have to protect your online privacy when accessing your PayPal or bank accounts online.

                    • JamesE says

                      Noel, First - TTL's right. Closing your old account was premature. I understand you want to use a certain email address for the new account but it would have been better to switch to a secondary or tertiary email on your old account before closing it. That's water under the bridge, though. First thing I'd do is contact PayPal for your old account and see if that can be recovered. If not, as TTL suggests, open a new one just so you're covered. Second - We're all just giving advice based on our experience but things may have changed between when we did something 10 or 15 years ago and now. Third - it seems you have a somewhat different setup than most expats and did not keep a US phone number. Since you're using your sister's address perhaps you can borrow her phone number as well. At least to get it your account set up. I'm going to contact PayPal support and see if there's a way to use a foreign phone # when signing up for a new account. Also, If you want, ask TTL to give you my email address (Contact link at the bottom of the page) and send me yours. It might be easier to work through this by email. These messages are getting very skinny and harder to read.

  8. Phil Fletcher says

    This seems a bit like 'the dark net' to me; I've got Windows Defender on my PC at no cost to me, it's constantly scanning for viruses so it tells me. I'm also not that tech savvy and have no one on hand to help me out if I had a problem; and don't the Thai authorities disapprove of VPN's?
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    • TheThailandLife says

      VPNs are legitimately used to protect your identity and help you safely login to your bank account online, your Amazon account, or on any other site. They are particularly useful when traveling and using public WIFI connections in airports, shopping centers, hotels and even apartment blocks where multiple people are sharing a connection from one central router.
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    • JamesE says

      *Everybody* disapproves of VPNs - governments, service providers, social media, advertisers - because they block the ability to harvest some relevant data about you. VPNs are less of a security product - like Defender - than they are a privacy product. Very simply, they encrypt your traffic until it reaches the VPN server where it is assigned a new address so your actual location is only available to those who you want to give it to - it can't be deduced from your IP address. As far as support, the new ones like Vypr, Surfshark, etc. are pretty much set it and forget it. All of them that I've used have outstanding and fast online customer support. In the current data mining environment a VPN is an essential piece of software; plus you get the bonus of being able to look like you're somewhere other than where you are as needed.
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  10. TheThailandLife says

    Thanks for the insight. Surfshark have reached out to me a couple of times about their service but I just haven't the motivation to switch because VYPR and Nord have been so reliable. I've not experienced any issues connecting to sites and the security levels, as you note, are very high. I think there's a lot of options these days and the gap between good and bad has closed considerably.
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    • JamesE says

      Just an update on Surfshark. I've been using them for over three months and they work better for me than Vypr. BUT - they can't keep their Thai server up and running. It will go down for weeks at a time and the best their support reps can do is say is "It will be back up soon." So far - in three months - the Thai server has been down for at least 6 weeks. Avoid.
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