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Norton VPN can block access to certain websites due to various reasons, including the website’s security measures, VPN IP address restrictions, or the presence of ad trackers. It also has a “Kill Switch” feature that blocks your internet connection if the VPN connection drops, according to Norton.
Reasons for Website Blocking:
Some websites may block access from known VPN IP addresses for security, copyright, legal, or political reasons, notes Norton Community.
- VPN IP Address Restrictions
A website might restrict access based on the IP address it detects, and if your VPN IP is on a blocked list, you won’t be able to access the site.
Norton VPN includes a feature to block ad trackers, which can sometimes interfere with a website’s functionality. Disabling ad tracker blocking in the VPN settings might resolve the issue.
Norton VPN can also block access to resources on other subnets of your local network, says a user on Norton Community.
Troubleshooting Steps:
1. Disable Ad Tracker Blocking:
Norton suggests disabling ad tracker blocking in the Secure VPN settings to see if it resolves the issue.
2. Try a Different VPN Region:
If the VPN is blocking a specific region, try connecting to a different VPN region to see if the issue is resolved.
3. Update Norton VPN:
Ensure you have the latest version of the Norton VPN app installed, says Norton.
4. Check Your Network:
If the issue is with your network, try connecting to a different Wi-Fi network or using mobile data, according to Norton.
5. Configure Firewall Settings:
Ensure that your firewall or router is not blocking internet traffic on ports 500 and 4500, which are used by VPNs, notes Norton.