Several streaming sites give me the "VPN blocked" warning and thus won't allow me to use their services, even though my VPN is off. Restarting the computer does not help the situation. I'm using a Macbook Air M1 (Monterey 12.1)
MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.1
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities.
Mac computers do not need any sort of anti-virus, cleaners, VPNs, etc. The only thing they are good at is creating false marketing promises and taking consumers' money. In fact, anti-virus and other cleaners cause performance issues, security issues, and make macOS appear buggy. Your Mac is far worse with these types of Apps installed.
Uninstall the VPN App: How to uninstall apps on your Mac - Apple Support.
If you need a private internet service, learn about iCloud Private Relay: About iCloud Private Relay - Apple Support.
Jack
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities.
Mac computers do not need any sort of anti-virus, cleaners, VPNs, etc. The only thing they are good at is creating false marketing promises and taking consumers' money. In fact, anti-virus and other cleaners cause performance issues, security issues, and make macOS appear buggy. Your Mac is far worse with these types of Apps installed.
Uninstall the VPN App: How to uninstall apps on your Mac - Apple Support.
If you need a private internet service, learn about iCloud Private Relay: About iCloud Private Relay - Apple Support.
Jack
"VPN blocked"
