{
  "id": 293324,
  "title": "How to unblock Pornhub for free in Australia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/08/how-to-unblock-pornhub-for-free-in-australia",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-08T04:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/life/unblock-pornhub-free-australia"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Unblocking Pornhub in Australia for free can be achieved using a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Best services for this purpose include ExpressVPN. The adult industry has faced increasing age verification laws worldwide, with over a third of U.S. states enacting such regulations in early 2025. Pornhub and other similar platforms have responded by blocking access from these locations. Recently, this issue has affected Australia, as new online safety codes mandate user age verification. This is not the first time a workaround has been necessary to access such content. To unblock Pornhub in Australia for free, one can use a VPN, which hides the user's real IP address and connects them to secure servers in other locations. The recommended VPN service is ExpressVPN. To do this, one should sign up for ExpressVPN, download the app, connect to a server in a compatible location, and then visit Pornhub. While VPNs are not free, most offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees, allowing users to temporarily access blocked sites at no cost. However, a subscription is necessary for permanent access. ExpressVPN is currently offering a two-year subscription at a discounted price of $68.40, which includes an extra four months for free and a 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, a one-month plan is available for $12.99 with a money-back guarantee.",
  "summary": "How to unblock porn for free in Australia. Unblock and watch Pornhub for free from anywhere in the world.",
  "key_points": [
    "Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to unblock Pornhub in Australia for free.",
    "ExpressVPN is recommended for this purpose.",
    "Sign up for ExpressVPN, connect to a server, and visit Pornhub."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Using a VPN like ExpressVPN allows Australians to bypass new online safety codes and access blocked sites like Pornhub, temporarily sidestepping costly age verification requirements.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}