If you’re gaming at a cafe (perfectly normal) or at a hotel (even more normal), you probably don’t want a hacker who compromised the hotspot taking off with your data. VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) encrypt your internet connection, turning anything you transmit between your device and the VPN server into unreadable garbage. So even if the snoops steal anything, they won’t be able to use it.
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Why use a VPN for Nintendo Switch?
Maintain safety on public Wi-Fi
Stay at home while traveling
The online world is full of services that are very particular about your geographical location. Who knows what everyday apps may become unusable once your Nintendo Switch crosses the border with you in tow? But if you use a VPN, you can connect to a server in your country (we have 100 on offer), hiding your real IP, and convince the apps that you’re still there!
Game past all the blocks
If you’re using your Nintendo Switch not just for offline gaming, you’re paying for the privilege. And having it taken away by the firewall local admins set up (or maybe even the country’s government) feels rough. Good thing that a VPN connection will penetrate all sorts of blocks, eh?
30-day money-back guarantee
Afraid of commitment? We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee to help you overcome your fears. You can cancel your subscription within 30 days of getting a subscription and get your money back, no questions asked.
How to use a VPN on Nintendo Switch
Unfortunately, Nintendo Switch doesn’t support VPN apps by itself. But you can use another device to share a VPN-protected connection! This requires sharing the internet connection over a VPN router or a mobile hotspot. Here’s how it goes:
Use a VPN router
- Subscribe to a VPN service.
- Get a VPN router (or set up a VPN on your own compatible router).
- Connect to the desired country.
- Connect your Nintendo Switch to the Wi-Fi router.
- Success!
Use a mobile hotspot
- Subscribe to a VPN service.
- Get a VPN app for your Android, iPhone, or laptop.
- Connect to the VPN server you like.
- Turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot feature (for phones, you may need to use mobile data).
- Connect to that Wi-Fi hotspot on your Nintendo Switch.
- Done!
Additional Surfshark VPN features for Nintendo Switch
What is a VPN if not the method of going online via an intermediary server that you connect to via an encrypted tunnel? Well, Surfshark VPN is many more things besides that:
Use on multiple devices
It’s not just your Nintendo Switch that could use a dollop of internet privacy and protection. Luckily for you, Surfshark VPN is supported by a great variety of platforms. At the same time, you can have unlimited simultaneous connections. This means that you can use it on other devices at the same time as you use your VPN on Nintendo Switch. Cover all of your home and hearth with VPN security!
Kill Switch
No, Surfshark VPN will not allow you to run the seminal 2003 third-person shooter kill.switch that ushered in the era of cover shooters. But Kill Switch is the Surfshark feature that will disconnect you from the internet if the VPN’s encrypted connection drops. That way, you’ll never game on Switch unprotected!
Not just a VPN anymore
There’s more to Surfshark than just VPN protection! While it is already creeping with features, our package deals include even more security tools. Surfshark One customers get access to Surfshark antivirus and identity theft protection kits. Kick it up a notch with Surfshark One+ (no relation to the phone brand), and you’ll also get Incogni, the get-data-brokers-to-delete-their-data-on-you service!
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Can you use Surfshark on Nintendo Switch?
Yes, you can use Surfshark with the Nintendo Switch. No, you can’t install Surfshark on the Nintendo Switch. The console just doesn’t support VPN apps. But you can gain the VPN benefits by sharing the VPN-protected connection from a router or a phone.
FAQ
Do I need a VPN for the Nintendo Switch?
If you plan to use a Nintendo Switch while traveling, you definitely need it to keep your data safe on public Wi-Fi. It’s also a good idea to use Switch with a VPN at home if your ISP engages in bandwidth throttling.
Can I use a free VPN for Switch?
You can, but free VPNs are inferior to premium VPNs. Not only do they offer fewer countries and servers, lower speeds, and/or data caps, but they are also usually less secure. Recent data shows that free VPNs have been behind data leaks affecting millions of users. Premium VPNs have a much better track record. The only real upside of a free VPN is that it’s free.
Does Nintendo Switch support a VPN?
Nintendo Switch does not natively support a VPN connection. However, you can route your internet connection through a VPN-enabled router or use a VPN on a device that shares its internet connection with the Switch.
Can I use a VPN not only for Nintendo Switch?
Yes, a VPN can be used for other devices: Xbox, PlayStation, Oculus Quest 2
Is Surfshark VPN best for Nintendo Switch?
Surfshark is one of the best VPNs in the market, considering that it has more than 3200 VPN servers worldwide and plenty of handy features such as unlimited, multiple devices, noborders mode, and many more, and it comes at a relatively low price.
Can I create a Nintendo eShop account with a VPN in a different region?
Yes, you can use a VPN to create a Nintendo eShop in a different region. However, a Nintendo eShop region can be changed without a VPN.