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As you’ve probably guessed from the name, Unblock-Us is all about being able to access websites and surf the net by bypassing geographically imposed... Unblock-Us: Smart DNS And VPN For The Masses?

As you’ve probably guessed from the name, Unblock-Us is all about being able to access websites and surf the net by bypassing geographically imposed restrictions on what you can and can’t view.

Essentially, it’s a Smart DNS (Domain Name System) service, that allows you to virtually reside in another country of your choice so you have the same access to the World Wide Web that anyone else in that country who physically resides there has. In layman’s terms it’s like moving your computer or any other device you decide to use Unblock-Us on, to a different country, without moving.

Unblock-US masks your IP address to protect your identity from online snooping, spying, trackers and blockers.

Unblock-US masks your IP address to protect your identity from online snooping, spying, trackers and blockers.

 

So, how does it work?

The service provided by Unblock-Us is a fairly technical process involving changing DNS (Domain Name Systems) and IP (Internet Protocol) addresses. Unblock-Us makes this process a lot easier than if you tried to do it yourself. Basically, instead of using the default DNS your devices are given by your internet provider, you use ones that Unblock-Us gives you instead, and it works.

By then using a web proxy service, your IP address (your address on the internet) is masked by Unblock-Us to protect your identity from online snooping, spying, trackers and blockers. Which is nice. 

User-friendly and highly compatible

There are other Smart DNS services out there but Unblock-Us does seem to have been designed with the end user in mind. It’s not software as such as much as it is service. Like all good services, it is very user friendly.

It’s also compatible across a whole range of operating systems and devices, and is simple and easy to use. While the interface could probably seem quite daunting to less ‘techy’ users at first glance, the interface and the in-depth instructions should make it easy enough to use for anyone.

Doesn’t slow your PC

One often annoying hindrance of VPN software and smart DNS providers is that they tend to suffer from lag and can make browsing and streaming services very slow. The few speed tests I did using Unblock-Us however showed no real noticeable slow down. This was a pleasant surprise.

The service itself is not free, but there is a one week trial where they don’t take credit-card details, so you have nothing to lose by trying it out for yourself.

So, in conclusion, if you want to browse more anonymously, increase your online privacy and block fraud and phishing sites, and access geographically restricted websites, considering Unblock-Us is a smart move, and you can get it here from FileHippo.com.