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Surfshark VPN Starter plan £1.45 p/month (24M deal) W/code
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Posted 5 August 2023

Surfshark VPN Starter plan £1.45 p/month (24M deal) W/code

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VPN deal. Promo - summer23 makes it £1.45 per month. At the end of checkout it will add on VAT. Not sure if you can get this down further in cost but topcashback you can get 42 percent cashback but sometimes this does not always work. Overall cost is £41.76

Oh no. But sometimes you learn. If you have an existing VPN and set it to jersey you can pay £34.80 total. New users can use topcashback but similar to Quidco (same company) they do not always track and pay out.
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  1. TristanDeCoonha's avatar
    For those that currently reside in Colorado, which can be selected from the drop down box, you pay no tax of any description
    northbank1886's avatar
    You are a legend
  2. HUKDUser10's avatar
    I had a SS subscription that expired earlier this year, after +2 years of use it had seriously degenerated in quality. Speeds were slower, despite having a broadband upgrade at home, customer service was appalling (at first this was excellent), it was no longer based outside of the 'X'-eyes jurisdiction, there were constant updates to correct new bugs which at the same time re-introduced old bugs, they clearly weren't testing adequately before releasing them.

    I asked for a refund with just over 6 months of my deal left, they never responded on that, as I'd not been able to use it reliably for more than a few days a week for several months - too many bugs. It updated a few times without any warning, which involved a restart of the app, despite me setting it so as it should not do that, while I was doing something online that required security. They refused to accept that this was possible.

    VPNs are not all about speed, I want to trust them as much as possible. I do not trust these scammers at all. They sold me a product that they changed significantly, repeatedly. I did not want a Dutch-based VPN, no offense to Dutch people, that move meant that they were subject to much more big brother/sister type scrutiny than they had been when I paid for the service.

    I firmly believe in paying for a VPN, but not these people. I have Proton, Windscribe, Adguard and Mullvad VPN accounts, I trust them. I've used many other VPNs over the years so I know a bit about them from the UX angle.
    DangarrDactur's avatar
    I cancelled, and went back to Mullvad.
  3. TristanDeCoonha's avatar
    Ashburn (US) is a good server as it seems rarely used, and is great if you want to use Tubi, and the US versions of Pluto, Paramount, Discovery, and Peacock. But remember to change back to a UK server if you want to post on HUKD as they will refuse to let it through with authorisation. Yet other US servers have no issue.
  4. ogeran's avatar
    Excellent VPN. Worth noting this also has an 'override GPS function' which I haven't tried yet. It's buried in settings and you also have to open developer tools in your android
    matrich1610's avatar
    Works well - I’ve used it for buying lottery tickets from abroad, and for using the Three app to call from abroad before roaming!
  5. Calum_Coyle's avatar
    42% cash back on TopCashback. I got the 90% cash back a few months back and it just paid out now. So for new customers get it via TCB (edited)
    neversay's avatar
    You can say that again.
  6. Rob2210's avatar
    Can this be added and stacked to existing subscription if paying in full?
    Margherita's avatar
    Author
    Yes. I have just done it today.
  7. Finnboy's avatar
    I want to stack this. I'm paying with PayPal, at which point can I enter the code? Still no where to input it right upto it taking me to PayPal... Is the code applied after that? Don't want to pay then not have the opportunity to apply code!
    Cheers.
    jujuzeez's avatar
    at the bottom right. below the actual price, click on 'got a code?', it will open up for u to insert the code. (edited)
  8. TankDeal's avatar
    Had mixed feelings using it on PC 12 months ago. Even if you close the app it was still working in background you could close all services via powershell but was headache each time.

    There was a command line on GitHub how to completely close Surfshark. Unless it changed in last 12 months.
    hotukuser2015's avatar
    No, you're correct. It still ran in the background for me and was tricky to completely uninstall.
  9. uk3g's avatar
    Great VPN. Go via Quidco as they're offering 88% cashback
    mmachine's avatar
    quidco have not paid out for me for somethings in the past,have never had a problem with topcashback so far touch wood
  10. edp33's avatar
    I signed up to Surfshark a couple of weeks ago impresssed so far speed is great much better than a lifetime keepsafe vpn unlimited I have and Netflix US works without issues and the connection to vpn hotspot is fast as well tooks ages to connect on keepsafe only annoying issue is google search asks for Captcha but I think that happens for all vpn and there is a workaround (edited)
    SJ_16's avatar
    A good workaround would be using DuckDuckGo
  11. Ciarlo2006's avatar
    No port forwarding as far as I can tell.
  12. driver8's avatar
    Anyone know if this works with BBC iPlayer? To allow viewing from overseas.
    Masty's avatar
    It was unreliable for me. It worked sometimes but it wouldn't last long before it was blocked. Same for Sky Go app etc. I switched to NordVPN & that was flawless for using overseas. I'd only trust Nord & Express for overseas use.
  13. twincam16valve's avatar
    Hi I’m new to this VPN thing. Can someone please explain why you use VPN and how it saves you money? Thanks
    jaxdia1's avatar
    Big topic really. VPNs are mainly for privacy, but as a bonus, you can take advantage of pricing differences in other countries for services you use.

    Take YouTube Premium for example. Like £15 a month here. Signing up from an Argentinian location, we currently pay about 10% of that for it.
  14. AdzLS's avatar
    Put your country as USA and it takes the VAT off that’s what I did and it worked makes you pay in dollars but worked fine
  15. G_W10's avatar
    I use surfshark, I really enjoy the service.
    I use the mock location and no borders section ticked so I can get prices in other countries
    ogeran's avatar
    It's a great feature, do other vpns' offer this that you know of?
  16. Victor_Dinovici's avatar
    34.83£ with VPN on Panama server
    jujuzeez's avatar
  17. No_cash_in_my_attic's avatar
    Does surfshark starter do turkey?
  18. tonyawesome69's avatar
    Quite surprised at how hot this deal is getting using promo code.

    I would suggest going through Quidco/TCB without using a promo code (no approved promo codes are available) to get cashback and reduce the cost. Also cashback is only available for new customers, sign up to Surfshark with a new email address will meet this requirement. I would suggest waiting until current subscription has ended rather than stacking. (edited)
    HUKDUser10's avatar
    I am surprised at the heat too. Not so much from a cost POV, its the privacy angle that surprises me as I explained in another post here. Even if you're not doing really dodgy stuff online its quite easy for paid-for services to get hold of your real personal details if you use an 'X'-eyes based VPN and they suspect that you're tricking them out of a few $s, £s or €s.
  19. Fugazy's avatar
    Is this better than Express VPN? i was thinking of going with them..
    Masty's avatar
    I've had both Surfshark & NordVPN (the latter being equal in quality to Express). NordVPN was far better when it came to using iplayer & Sky Sports etc overseas. Surfshark worked sometimes but the reality is that the limited number of servers get blocked very quickly. If you're just using it to protect your data then I'm sure Surfshark is sufficient. Though I'm sure NordVPN was similar in price after cashback...
  20. smitha's avatar
    Does Surfshark have virtual servers for India?
    Akshay_goud's avatar
    Yes, only virtual servers for India.
  21. lomey's avatar
    I paid £64... 3 days ago!
    tonyawesome69's avatar
    You have the right to cancel and get a refund within 30 days of purchase
  22. slipd's avatar
    I'm in sub until 2024, how do I find out which teir of service I'm on? I'm pretty sure when I originally signed up they only had the one offering.

    I wouldn't like to stack and then find out I've effectively downgraded.

    Heated OP, great VPN!
    Margherita's avatar
    Author
    Log on via your computer, not app phone or tablet etc. It will tell you...via browser.
  23. AdzLS's avatar
    Set your home country to USA and it takes the VAT off , have to pay in dollars though
  24. grayzieuk's avatar
    42% on Topcash for new customers too
  25. flex's avatar
    An overseas in Africa question. Would Surfshark allow me to see BBC iPlayer and ITVX on holiday in Tunisia and Egypt?
    If not, which VPNs would do this and preferably without contract as would only need it twice a year for 2 weeks at a time.
    jujuzeez's avatar
    yes, u can use it in africa, as long as u set uk as default location. there is no free unlimited vpn without a contract. award vpn is free but lasts 6hrs at a time.
  26. shafx1987's avatar
    Whats Surfshark like when compared to IPVanish? Anyone know?
    jujuzeez's avatar
    better than ipvanish. they have been bought over by nordvpn so u will expect ss to have more nv replica features going forward
  27. Marek_Poliak's avatar
    An advice, set up the country to Ukraine or any none tax paying one. You will save yourself 7 pounds.
    jujuzeez's avatar
    🇺🇲 too
  28. jujuzeez's avatar
    go into live chat on their website. the chatbot will respond to your 'cancel auto-renewal' query. it will send u a link to follow. respond to all it commands and it leads u to where u finally deactivate auto-renewal within your account settings
    slipd's avatar
    Great! I was going to ticket them for that. Guessing it also applies to credit card payments? Will check it out later
  29. juniorelvis's avatar
    Reposting an earlier comment of mine: for the adventurous, you can set up your own VPN, for free (up to about 160GB monthly usage). It's quite technical, you also need to add your credit card details, but your card won't be used if you stay in limits (just use a virtual card with a small amount on it anyway). Full details: github.com/pat…xit PS: not a huge choice of countries atm, so if you have a specific need for Turkey for example, this might not be for you. Yes I'm running this no problems (3 countries). Another nifty thing is to get tailscale installed on a computer in your home (or even a Raspberry Pi, now back in stock), and use *that* as your VPN (exit node) when you're sat at work, or abroad or whatever (with tailscale running on your phone) - it's like using your home internet connection (+mobile data if not on wifi). These tailscale guys are going places honestly (3 ex-Google employees).
    HUKDUser10's avatar
    Do you know if there are any alternatives to supplying them with your credit card details? As using a credit card is not a very anonymous method! I'm guessing 'no'. Its not because I'm selling on the darknet or anything like that, I simply prefer to give as few details away as possible and would normally pay in crypto where possible for a VPN. (edited)
  30. Alex_Keung's avatar
    Nice one! Was going to extend my subscription yesterday with code HONESTGUIDE which brings it to £1.76/m.
    Glad that I waited for another day. Cheers!
  31. pijus.paul's avatar
    Stay away from surfshark and nordvpn
    BodisBest's avatar
    Why?
  32. DangarrDactur's avatar
    I've been using Mullvad for a few years now, but was tempted by the cashback offer for Surfshark a few weeks ago.

    I experienced horrific P2P speeds, and struggled with speeds in general on both Linux, and Windows.

    ExpressVPN has worked well for me in the past too.
  33. FleetFanatic's avatar
    been using the free proton one.
    Might be one device but different devices to different email addresses.
  34. lgvg's avatar
    First time using vpn. Are you then supposed to keep it switched on at all times and forget about it?

    I am sure these are rookie questions but would appreciate any info.

    Would it affect some apps like uber etc? Right now i see no difference.

    Would you usually unsubscribe from netflix and YT premium and resub under turket vpn etc?
    BodisBest's avatar
    Yes, keep it on all the time, set it to a UK server or you'll end up with foreign results and switch it to Turkey, Argentina when you want a Netflix, Xbox etc cheap purchase.
  35. Adam's avatar
    Hey , Great find and thank you for sharing it as your first deal. I just wanted to pop by and offer any support you may need on site, if you need me you are more than welcome to tag me or drop me/the team a message.
  36. Joe_Sackey's avatar
    Set VPN to Panama and brought it down to £34.80. (edited)
  37. slipd's avatar
    Cool, looks like I can stack! £34.80 the best price?
    Sidkum's avatar
    Great minds think alike!
  38. baladar's avatar
    So I take it the cashback is only for new customers, not for stackers?
    jujuzeez's avatar
    i think. just purchased the plan but tcb didn't send any tracking confirmation email 🤷🏾‍♂️
  39. FunkyDomino's avatar
    Anyone know if they still offer smart DNS if you're on 'starter' plan?
  40. BarneyRubble's avatar
    Anyone know if a Samsung tv has Surfshark app?
    jujuzeez's avatar
    not sure. I have a samsung but I use CCWGTV and a fire stick. I don't bother with its on board apps.

    go on surfshark website, u will see all the platforms they support (edited)
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