Spoofing your location in play store
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In situations where an application is restricted to certain countries, and you're unable to install it on your Android device due to regional limitations, spoofing your location to a country where the app is available can grant you access. The steps below detail how to do this:
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Install Hotspot Shield Free VPN Proxy:
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Begin by downloading and installing the Hotspot Shield Free VPN Proxy from the Google Play Store.
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Connect to a VPN Server:
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Open the Hotspot Shield application.
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Connect to a VPN server by selecting the country where the application you want to access is available.
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Clear Google Play Store Data:
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Navigate to your device's Settings.
- Proceed to Apps or Application Manager (this may differ depending on your device).
- Find and select Google Play Store from the list of apps.
- Tap on Force Stop to terminate any running processes of the app.
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Then tap on Clear Data or Clear Storage (the exact wording may vary) to reset the Google Play Store app to its default state.
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Access the Restricted Application:
- Open the Google Play Store.
- The store should now reflect the content of the country you connected to via the VPN.
- You should be able to search for and install the application that was previously unavailable in your actual location.
Important Notes:
- The effectiveness of this method can vary based on several factors including the VPN service's reliability and the specific regional restrictions imposed by the app.
- Regularly using a VPN may affect the performance of some apps and services.
- Be aware of the terms of service for any app or service you're using, as using a VPN to bypass regional restrictions may violate those terms.
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