Hulu Live is one of the most popular plans on Hulu. It is slowly replacing cable and satellite as more live networks are added.
However, the main reason Hulu is popular among users migrating from cable TV is its ability to support multiple gadgets in a similar home network. This unique feature helps in cutting subscription costs.
So, can you use Hulu Live in multiple locations? Yes. You can stream Hulu Live on different devices in different locations.
If one of your family members is traveling, they can still stream their favorite network on the go. However, Hulu Live is only accessible on mobile devices when streaming using an unregistered network.
Compatible devices for unlimited screens on Hulu
Unlike the “On-Demand” option, Hulu Live is meant to be a “single-home service.” By definition, you must stream while at home.
In this case, the definition of home is the network connected to your devices. But this description does not limit the number of gadgets you can connect to in a single network.
Note that you cannot stream Hulu Live outside your home network when using any of these devices:
- Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
- Chromecast, Roku TVs, and Roku players
- LG, Samsung, and VIZIO SmartCast TVs
- PlayStation 4/5, Xbox 360, and Xbox One
- Android and Apple TVs
From the above list, it is clear that you cannot stream using “living room” devices. However, if you are moving homes, Hulu allows you to change your Home Network four times a year.
How can I watch Hulu in a different location?
You can use Hulu Live in multiple locations or homes if you stream using any of these devices:
- All Apple devices except Apple TV
- PCs and laptops
- Android smartphones and tablets
The three types of devices are classified as mobile devices. Even on these devices, you can only stream your favorite network for up to 30 days.
How many locations can you have on Hulu?
Hulu Live is geo-sensitive for a couple of reasons. While this feature is supposed to keep you safe from hacks and unauthorized access to your account, it may jeopardize streaming from multiple locations.
For example, you cannot stream Hulu Live in two locations at the same time using “living room devices.”
Although Hulu Live is a “single-home service,” you can have as many locations on your account as long as you are streaming on mobile devices.
If you are traveling from one city to another, you should not worry about Hulu restricting the account. For the other devices, you must be in the registered home network.
Can you use a VPN to watch Hulu Live on 2 TVs?
No. You cannot use VPN to bypass Hulu Live location restrictions. If you try to use a VPN on unsupported devices, you will get an error popup.
This policy aims to avoid streaming glitches experienced when more gadgets are connected to a single Hulu account.
However, if your mobile device has a VPN, you should not disconnect it to stream on Hulu. The VPN restriction only applies to “living room” devices.
Therefore, not even a VPN will allow you to stream Hulu Live from two “living room” devices outside your home network. If you want Hulu Live in multiple homes, you must be willing to have a subscription for each home.
However, if you are willing to sacrifice the luxury of watching networks on your big Smart TV or console, you can use any mobile device.
The 30-days rule when using Hulu Live on the go
While you can change locations as many times as you want while on a mobile device, time is crucial, and Hulu allows you to stream networks for up to 30 days.
If you are on the road, ensure that you reconnect your mobile device to the home network before the 30 days.
In case you fail to reconnect the streaming device to the registered home network, Hulu will lock your device out from accessing live networks.
However, you can still watch what is in your library as long as the subscription is active.
Conclusion
Although Hulu Live is a “single-home service,” you can stream your favorite network in multiple locations.
NOTE: You can only stream using mobile devices, not your Smart TV, Firestick, or console. Also, Hulu allows you to have unlimited screens away from the registered home network for 30 days only.
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