Google TV comes with many exciting features when compared to its previous editions. The major new feature in Google TV is the Play Store and the installation of apps. For every streaming device, there will be some must-have apps. For Google TV, it is a must to have a VPN app to protect your personal information. Among all the VPNs, NordVPN is the best VPN for Chromecast with Google TV. It is all that you need if you want encrypted internet connectivity. NordVPN will hide your real IP with a virtual IP address, and thus, no one can track your online presence.
NordVPN is a verified and trustworthy VPN provider that gives you access to almost all countries. It is officially available on the Play Store and can easily be installed on Google TV.
Highlights of NordVPN
The key features you will find with NordVPN are listed down.
- There are more than 5500+ servers found across 59 countries globally.
- It ensures a strict no-log policy, and your data are private.
- NordVPN includes threat protection, and your device will not be affected by viruses, malware, etc.
- With Kill Switch support, your data are safe and aren’t exposed to trackers or hackers.
- It includes Split tunneling, and thus, you can stream or share content with ultimate protection.
- You can change your IP address twice on NordVPN, and you will get an extra layer of security.
- With one subscription, you can use NordVPN on 6 devices.
NordVPN Pricing & Plans
There are three different plans available for different durations. All three plans offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.
| Plans | Monthly | 1 Year | 2 Years |
| Standard | $11.99 | $4.99/mo | $3.29/mo |
| Plus | $12.69 | $5.69/mo | $3.99/mo |
| Complete | $13.99 | $6.99/mo | $5.29/mo |
How To Install NordVPN on Google TV
You can download the NordVPN on your Chromecast with Google TV in two ways.
- From Google TV Play Store
- Using Downloader
How to Download NordVPN on Google TV
[1] Plug in your Chromecast with Google TV to your TV, turn it on, and connect it to the WIFI.
[2] Select the Search button on the top of the screen.
[3] The on-screen keyboard will appear. Enter NordVPN and click the Search icon.
[4] From the listed apps, choose the NordVPN app.
[5] After choosing NordVPN, select the Install button.
[6] When the VPN finishes downloading, click the Open button to launch the NordVPN Google TV app.
How To Sideload NordVPN on Google TV
Though the NordVPN app is available on the Play Store, you can use the third-party tool (Downloader) to get the NordVPN app on your Google TV.
Install Downloader on Google TV
[1] Search for the Downloader on Google TV app on the search box.
[2] Select the Downloader app and tap the Install button.
[3] Now, click the Done button to leave the installation screen.
Turn on Developer Mode
[1] Go to the Profile icon on your Google TV.
[2] Choose Settings and select the About option.
[3] Now, tap the Android TV OS build seven times.
[4] This will enable the developer mode on your Google TV.
[5] Then, go back to Settings and choose Apps.
[6] Open the Security & Restrictions menu and choose the Unknown Sources option.
[7] On the list of apps, select the Downloader app and turn on the Unknown Sources toggle.
Sideloading NordVPN on Google TV
[1] From your home screen, choose the Downloader app.
[2] Enter the NordVPN download link (https://nordvpn.com/download/android-tv) in the search bar.
[3] Then, tap the Go button to download the NordVPN apk file.
[4] Once the VPN apk file is downloaded, select the Install option.
[5] After the installation, you can launch NordVPN on Google TV by tapping the Open button.
How to Get NordVPN on Google TV using Aptoide TV
With the installation of Aptoide TV, you shall connect your Google TV to NordVPN.
[1] Now, enable Unknown Sources. To do so, go to Settings > Device Preferences > Security & Restrictions > Downloader.
[2] Launch the Downloader app on your Google TV.
[3] On the URL field, type the Aptoide TV apk URL and press Go.
[4] Click Install on the pop-up and allow the installation of Aptoide TV to complete on the Google TV.
[5] Now, select the Open button to launch Aptoide TV.
[6] Select Ok to proceed with new updates. Further, click on Allow to permit Aptoide TV to use your device media.
[7] Click on the Discover menu on the left pane.
[8] Search for NordVPN and select it from the search result.
[9] Click on the Install button to download it on your Google TV.
[10] Launch and log in to your NordVPN to connect your device to a virtual IP address.
How To Use NordVPN On Google TV
[1] When you open the NordVPN app for the first time, you will get the Sign-Up screen. Click Sign In if you have a NordVPN account. Click Sign Up to create a NordVPN account.
[2] After the successful sign-in, you will get the NordVPN homepage.
[3] Click the Connect now button to connect to the fastest server.
[4] For the first time, it will ask you to give permission to connect to a VPN network. Click the OK button.
[5] If you want to select any specific country, go to All Countries and choose a country.
[6] In Specialty servers, you can pick the nature of servers like P2P, Dedicated IP, Double VPN, and more.
[7] Under the Settings menu, you will find the My Subscription option to manage your subscriptions. Other than that, you can change the VPN protocol, Custom DNS, and more.
[8] Once you choose all the preferred settings, click the Connect now button.
[9] Your Google TV will be connected to an encrypted network.
FAQ
Yes. It is officially available on the Google TV Play Store.
It may not work properly when the internet or WIFI isn’t stable or not working.