Is it legal for me to change my Mac's location?

Yes, changing your Mac's IP address is entirely legal. Therefore, you can do it with total peace of mind regarding legal implications.

Is my Mac tracking my location?

Yes, they do. But if you don't like that, you can turn it off. Just go to the following place: System Preferences > Security and Privacy > click the Lock icon > turn off Significant Locations in the Location Services menu. OR, you can use a VPN.

How can I know if the VPN is working on my Mac?

Try to get access to a website that was otherwise blocked for you.

Can I unblock video streams by changing my Mac's location?

Yes, you can, indeed. A top-notch VPN is the best way to do so.

How do I set my Mac's location?

First, open your System Preferences. Next, pick "Security and privacy." Then, click "Privacy." If it's locked, unlock it. Now, choose "Location services." Finally, select the "Enable location services" option.

Why is my Mac location wrong?

That can happen when using a VPN or because you've disabled your computer's location services.

How to Change Your Location on a Mac in 2023 (Easy Methods)

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Last updated: October 25, 2023

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It's easy to change your IP address and location on an Apple Mac by using a robust VPN (and without it).

Sneak peek at changing location in your Apple Mac

Everybody knows all the advantages that come with choosing Mac over the rest. However, you can make your Mac even more powerful, useful and versatile by learning just one new trick: changing its IP address.

Are you a proud Mac owner who wishes you could see the Netflix content you can only see from the US, get better deals online, or have your traffic secured when you are away in a public WiFi hotspot when you travel? You will fulfill your wish using a VPN. It’s both the best and the easiest way.

If you think setting up a VPN on your Mac is something only the most expert geeks can do, think again. The modern VPNs are easy to use, like any software you use daily.

Whenever you connect to a VPN server in a country abroad, you get a brand new IP address that will tell the world you are elsewhere, depending on the country you pick. So when the same happens on a Mac, you get a different online location. Simple as that.

How to change Mac location – Quick steps

Wondering how to change your Mac IP location with a VPN? It’s as easy as following these steps: