Turkey is the second-largest TV series exporter after the United States. Being in the middle of the world and reaching out to many different cultures, Turkish TV and its series are extremely popular among Europe, Asia, Latin America, and MENA countries.
While the popularity created so much demand for Turkish TV channels, unfortunately, the geo-restrictions make the Turkish content less reachable outside of Turkiye. Yet, I am here to fix this problem and help you stream Turkish TV channels and series anywhere in the world.
In this article, I will teach you how to virtually be in Turkey and stream Turkish channels and series with a VPN service. You will also learn about the most popular Turkish streaming platforms for each different category of your choice.
To circumvent this restriction, we’ll connect to the Turkish servers of a professional VPN service. This connection will assign us a Turkish IP address, allowing us to watch Turkish TV channels and original series from anywhere in the world.
A quick guide to streaming Turkish TV channels and series with a VPN:
- Visit Surfshark VPN – It has fast and reliable servers in Turkiye/Istanbul.
- Click on the “Get Surfshark” button and choose a plan.
- Enter your e-mail address and complete the purchase with a preferred payment method.
- Check your email for login information, and then log in to the SurfShark portal using your credentials.
- Download and install the VPN app for your device from the “Apps and Extensions” menu.
- Start the VPN app and log in using the same credentials.
- Navigate to the “Locations” menu, enter “Turkey” in the search bar, and connect to an available Turkey server.
That’s it! You now have a Turkish IP address.
The final step is to go to BluTV, one of the best Turkish live-streaming portals that covers all channels from Turkiye, and register.
Once your account is created, you will have access to all Turkish channels.

With this quick guide, you can bypass geo-restrictions and watch the most popular Turkish TV channels on BluTV. However, our work is far from complete.
I’m sure some of you are unfamiliar with VPN services and have questions like “Why can’t I live stream Turkish TV channels and series from my country?”; “What should I do to watch Turkish series outside Turkiye?”; “How to use a VPN program?”; “Which is the best VPN for watching Turkish channels and series?”; “On which platforms can I watch Turkish series after getting a Turkish IP?”
Don’t worry, I’ve prepared a detailed presentation to answer all of your questions. When you finish reading this article, you will understand how to properly use a VPN service, the various streaming platforms where you can watch Turkish TV channels and series, alternative VPNs with Turkish servers, and everything else you need to know about this topic.
Let’s get to work right away.
Why can’t I watch Turkish TV channels and series outside Turkiye?
Due to licensing agreements, streaming platforms can only provide services in specific locations. Turkish platforms are no exception, as the majority of Turkish content can only be streamed in Turkiye.
We are unable to watch Turkish series and channels from outside of Turkiye due to geographical restrictions imposed by Turkish streaming platforms. Geo-restriction is a way of preventing users from accessing specific online content by analyzing their current location via IP addresses.
Assume we want to watch the Turkish TV series “Yargı” from Germany. In this case, we have a German IP address. When we attempt to watch Kanal D, where the series is broadcast, we will receive the following warning message:

- Notice: “Bu içeriği bulunduğunuz bölgeden izleyemezsiniz”
- Translation: “You cannot watch this content from your region”
For another example, here is a geo-restriction notice from D-Smart Go, which allows you to live stream Turkish TV channels.

- Notice: “Üzgünüz! Bulunduğunuz bölgeye hizmet vermemekteyiz.”
- Translation: “We’re sorry! We don’t provide service in your area.”
In short, Turkish television series and channels are only accessible through Turkish IP addresses. When you attempt to live stream TV channels with another IP address, you will encounter a streaming embargo.
That is a geo-restriction! However, don’t worry!
We will solve the problem by using a VPN service. We will get a new Turkish IP address by connecting to the Turkey servers of a professional VPN service. As a result, we will be able to access Turkish platforms and TV shows from anywhere in the world.
Let us get you a Turkish IP address together!
How to watch Turkish channels with a VPN
VPNs are professional privacy tools that allow users to encrypt their online data by connecting to a remote server. The online data is transmitted to the server and encrypted using a protocol. This move secures the user’s online traffic while also assigning the user a new IP address based on the location of the selected server.
In other words, when we connect to a VPN server in Turkiye, we get a Turkish IP address. This allows us to be in Turkiye virtually and overcome the geo-restrictions mentioned above.
Now that we’ve learned how VPNs work, let’s choose a reputable service to address this issue.
Choosing a VPN for watching Turkish TV channels and series
Streaming content from a specific country requires dedicated servers and optimizations. As a result, we should be picky here. Because we need a Turkish IP address to live stream Turkish TV channels and series, we will require a VPN service with Turkish servers.
In addition, we should look for cutting-edge technology servers capable of live-streaming Turkish content in high quality without buffering. According to my extensive research and reviews, Surfshark is the most sophisticated and high-quality VPN provider that works with Turkish TV and streaming platforms.
Surfshark is compatible with the majority of Turkish streaming platforms. I tested the company’s Turkish servers and received a download speed of 186.11 Mbps. (My base download speed was 197.72 Mbps during tests) Such speed is more than adequate for live-streaming Turkish channels and series in HD quality.
Acquiring the VPN
We’ve decided to use Surfshark as our main provider, so our first step will be to create an account there.
- Visit the official website of Surfshark—an inexpensive and lightning-fast VPN service with servers in Turkey.
- Click on the “Get SurfShark” button and choose a plan.
- Enter your email address and complete the payment with your preferred method.
- You will receive a confirmation email including your username and password.
VPN app installation
Are your login details ready? We will now download and install the VPN app on the device we will be using to watch Turkish TV channels.
Surfshark is available for a wide range of devices. Furthermore, you can use your Surfshark account from an unlimited number of devices at the same time. Surfshark is compatible with the following systems and devices:

To use the Surfshark app on one of the devices shown in the image, follow the steps below:
- Log in to the SurfShark portal using your login information.
- Navigate to the “Apps and Extensions” menu.
- Click on the VPN app for your device to begin the download process.
- Once the download is complete, install the app by following the instructions.
Make sure to give all permission to the VPN for a proper installation.
Connecting to the VPN server
That is it! Your VPN is ready to use and now it is time to connect to the Turkey server. The required steps are pretty easy.
- Launch the SurfShark VPN app.
- Access the “Locations” menu.
- Type “Turkey” in the search bar and connect to one of the available servers with a single click.
Do you see the “Connected and Safe” notification on the right side of the VPN panel? If so, congratulations! You now have a Turkish IP address and can access any Turkish streaming platform you want.
Accessing Turkish channels – BluTV
Now that we have a Turkish IP address, we can watch any streaming platform in Turkiye. I’ll show you how to create an account on BluTV, one of Turkiye’s most popular TV streaming platforms. BluTV offers the majority of popular Turkish channels, as well as hundreds of series and movies to enjoy.
To register for BluTV, follow the steps below.
- Visit the official BluTV website.
- On top of the page, you will see a registration form.

- Enter your “name, last name” (Ad Soyad), “email” (E-posta Adresiniz), and “password” (Parola).
- Accept “İletişim izinleri” (contact permissions), “Üyelik sözleşmesi” (membership agreement), and “Gizlilik Politikası” (privacy policy) by ticking the small box and clicking the “Hemen Üye Ol” (Sign Up Now)” button.
Once you’ve done that, BluTV will take you to the payment page, where you’ll enter your credit card information.

To make things easier, please check the translations of the required fields.
- Kart Numarası (credit card numbers)
- Ay (month) – Yıl (year) and CVV Number
- Yıllık Üyelik: 69.9 TRY/Ayda* (one-year committed membership) – 50% off with monthly payments of 69.9 TRY (~€2.13)
- Aylık Üyelik: 139.9 TRY/Ayda (Monthly membership) – You can unsubscribe anytime with monthly payments of 139.9 TRY (~€4.26)
- İzlemeye başla (start streaming)
- Ön bilgilendirme formu, mesafeli satış sözleşmesi ve Üyelik Sözleşmesini okudum, onaylıyorum. (I have read and approved the preliminary information form, distance sales agreement, and membership agreement.)
Are you unfamiliar with the currencies? Make sure to check the latest TRY value online before calculating the fee based on the current exchange rate.
Second, you have the option of paying with both global and local cards. If the purchase is successful, you will be able to begin streaming Turkish channels and series from anywhere in the world.
For example, you can livestream “Dirişil Ertuğrul” on TRT.

or choose a Turkish series from the on-demand content, such as Magarsus, Behzat Ç, Aynen Aynen, Börü…
Is BluTV not enough or are you looking for more Turkish content in different categories? Let me introduce you to Turkiye’s most popular streaming platforms.
Where to watch Turkish TV channels and series? (Alternatives)
BluTV could be missing what you’re looking for, and I’m here to help you find it. You can unlock a variety of other Turkish content by using the alternative platforms listed below.
Local websites
Streaming platforms are an excellent way to watch live TV channels. However, you might want to watch older episodes of a TV series. In this case, the best approach is to visit the local channels one by one.
To do so, decide which Turkish channels you want to watch. Suppose you want to watch “Osmanlı Kuruluş” from TRT. You can either visit the “Diziler” (Series) menu at trt1.com.tr or search for the following example terms on Google:
- TRT – search for “TRT canlı izle”
- Fox – search for “Fox canlı izle”
- Kanal D – search for “Kanal D canlı izle”
Make sure that you are connected to SurfShark’s Turkish server and watching the channel through the official website.
Here is a table with the most popular Turkish series and TV shows on each Turkish channel:
ATV | FOX TV | Kanal D | Star TV | Show TV |
---|---|---|---|---|
Kuruluş Osman | Yasak Elma | Dönence | Yalı Çapkını | Kızılcık Şerbeti |
Kardeşlerim | Adım Farah | Arka Sokaklar | Duy Beni | Çukur |
Aldatmak | Sen Çal Kapımı | Yargı | Çöp Adam | Gelsin Hayat Bildiğin Gibi |
Ben Bu Cihana Sığmazam | Hudutsuz Sevda | Camdaki Kız | Ada Masalı | Güzel Günler |
Eşkıya Dünyaya Hükümdar Olmaz | Gaddar | Üç Kız Kardeş | Ömer | Kuzey Yıldızı |
Bir Zamanlar Çukurova | Kızıl Goncalar | Sadakatsiz | Sakla Beni | Yeni Gelin |
Esra Erol’da | Şahane Hayatım | İnci Taneleri | Toprak ile Fidan | Aile |
Müge Anlı ile Tatlı Sert | Kirli Sepeti | Senden Önce | Sabahın Sultanı Seda Sayan | Kara |
TV series/movie platforms
On-demand streaming is becoming increasingly popular, and there are numerous streaming platforms available in Turkiye. Some stream sporting events, while others provide live channels or on-demand movies and TV shows. I’ll introduce you to the most popular Turkish platforms you can watch using your Turkish IP address.
Netflix Turkey
Netflix Turkey is one of the fastest-growing streaming platforms for Turkish series and movies. Partnering with many different producers, Netflix can be your favorite stop if you like to watch Turkish productions in Turkish and several other languages.

You don’t need a VPN to watch Netflix’s original content. However, without a Turkish IP address, you will not be able to access the entire Turkish catalog. To fully enjoy the series and movies available on Netflix Turkey, get a Turkish IP address before accessing the platform.
With a Turkish IP, you can watch the latest Turkish series like “Terzi,” “İstanbul için Son Çağrı,” “Kuş Uçuşu,” and much more.
D-Smart GO
D-Smart GO is another mixed platform that provides both live TV channels and on-demand content. Depending on the plan you choose, you can also watch sporting events on D-Smart Go.

Unfortunately, there will be a minor hiccup when subscribing to D-Smart GO outside of Turkiye. During the registration process, the platform requests a phone number from one of Turkiye’s mobile operators. Consider asking someone you know in Turkiye for assistance with this matter.
Tivibu
Tivibu, like D-Smart GO, offers both live channels and on-demand content. Tivibu sports plan allows you to watch major sports leagues from all over the world with Turkish commentary.
Keep in mind that Tivibu also requests a phone number from Turkiye’s operators when registering.
TV+
TV+ is another all-in-one television platform from Turkiye. TV+ provides content from other major platforms, including the UEFA Champions League from EXXEN, original series from BluTV, and sports events from S Sport.

TV+ also requires a Turkish phone number to register.
Tabii
Tabii is a new platform that allows you to watch all of the TRT channels. The platform offers both old and new TRT series, as well as original Tabii series such as “Rumi,” “Son Gün,” “Hür,” “Şebeke,” and more.

The platform does not require a phone number to register and is currently free.
Gain
Gain is a brand-new platform focusing on the young population and creating content specifically for them. Gain will broadcast the new season of “Şahsiyet“, one of the most popular Turkish TV series.

The platform only provides on-demand content, and you may create an account without a Turkish phone number.
Turkish sports channels
A huge sports fan? Then, Galatasaray, Beşiktaş, or Fenerbahçe would make some sense to you!
Leaving the teams behind, broadcasting rights in Turkey are becoming so restrictive that you can now only watch sports events on official paid channels.
Let’s take a look at the various sports streaming platforms in Turkiye and see which ones broadcast which sports activities.
S Sport Plus
S Sport Plus is a sports-only streaming platform operating in Turkiye. The company hosts popular events such as Turkish Airlines EuroLeague, Serie A, La Liga, NBA, Formula 1, NFL, and UFC in Turkiye.

Starting from less than 2 USD, you can enjoy those sports events with S Sport Plus. However, you must have a Turkish IP address to access the platform.
EXXEN
EXXEN is Turkiye’s fastest-growing on-demand streaming platform, with streaming rights to the Champions League, Europa League, and Europe Conference League, Eredivisie, and Saudi Pro League.

Exxen holds the streaming rights to the mentioned sports events. With less than 9 USD, you can start watching your favorite football games with EXXEN
TOD
TOD is a new on-demand streaming service. It provides live channels, television series, and movies. However, the main selling point of TOD is its sporting content. TOD broadcasts all matches from the Turkish Super League, English Premier League, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, Basketball Super League, and more.

TOD also requires a Turkish phone number for registration.
To make it easier for you to find the Turkish content you’re looking for, I’ve organized all of the platforms I mentioned into a table. Below are the categories available on each platform.
Platform | Live Channels | TV Series | Movies | Sports |
---|---|---|---|---|
Netflix Turkey | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
BluTV | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
D-Smart GO | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Tivibu | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
TV+ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Tabii | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
Gain | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
S Sport Plus | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
EXXEN | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
TOD | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Our “5 VPNs with Turkey Server” article provides more information about the VPN services that can be used to watch these platforms.
FAQs about watching Turkish TV channels and series with a VPN
In this section, we’ll answer some of the most frequently asked questions about using a VPN to watch Turkish TV channels and series.
Due to licensing agreements, the majority of Turkish content is only available to users with Turkish IP addresses. If you attempt to watch Turkish series or platforms from outside of Turkiye, you will be subject to geo-restrictions.
Turkish platforms and television channels are only available to users with Turkish IP addresses. You can easily get a Turkish IP address by connecting to the Turkish servers of a professional VPN provider. In this article, I’ll walk you through the process of getting a Turkish IP address using Surfshark.
I’ve provided you with a list of the most popular Turkish platforms. However, BluTV, Tabii, and Netflix Turkey are better options because they do not require a Turkish phone number to register. If you have a friend in Turkey who can give you a Turkish phone number, you can use all of the platforms listed above.
Summing up the Turkish TV streaming
Geo-restrictions are everywhere, and they ruin our relaxing moments when we try to watch content from other countries. This is also true for Turkiye.
Turkiye is the second-largest exporter of TV series and movies after the United States. While some content is available through third parties, many popular shows are not immediately available. In this case, you can either watch the live channels or use local on-demand streaming services. However, this is precisely where geo-restrictions kick in.
To address the issue mentioned above, I proposed a VPN solution. As the best and fastest way to watch Turkish channels and series outside Turkiye, I recommend Surfshark, my favorite VPN provider with a Turkey server.
After purchasing the service, we got a Turkish IP address by connecting to the SurfShark Turkey server and gained access to Turkish platforms.
Last but not least, knowing that each user’s expectations vary, I categorized the Turkish streaming platforms to help you find what you’re looking for faster.
Now you can enjoy Turkish TV shows and platforms from anywhere!

I’m a part-time traveler on a mission: to explore the world and uncover the intricate demands of VPN usage. Fueled by curiosity, I meticulously navigate the realms of privacy, streaming, and unblocking needs in every destination I visit. With a keen eye, I analyze the local and global VPN demands of each country, translating my findings into informative articles about VPN-related topics.