Yes. 9Now is completely free with adverts. There's no subscription tier; you just need a free account registered with your email address. No Australian payment method required. This makes it one of the easiest Australian services to access abroad.

9Now loads but says "not available in your region": what should I do?

Try a different Australian server first: a specific server IP may have been flagged. If switching servers doesn't help, enable DNS leak protection in your VPN app. In NordVPN, go to Settings > Connection. In ExpressVPN, DNS protection is automatic when connected. In PureVPN, open Settings > Internet Security. Then reload 9Now in a fresh private window. 9Now's detection is lighter than Kayo or Binge, so one server change is usually enough.

Can I watch The Block or Married at First Sight on 9Now from outside Australia?

Yes. These shows are Nine Network productions and stream exclusively on 9Now in Australia: they're not available on any major international streaming platform. With a VPN connected to an Australian server and a 9Now account, you can watch both live and on demand.

Can I watch the live channels on 9Now from abroad?

Yes. All five channels stream live through 9Now. They broadcast on Australian Eastern time, so factor in the time difference. Connect your VPN to an Australian server, sign in, and the live tab in the app or on the website gives you access to all of them.

Do I need an Australian address to create a 9Now account?

No. 9Now is free and sign-up only requires an email address. You don't need an Australian address, postcode, or payment method. You can create an account from anywhere in the world: the only thing that needs to look Australian is your IP address when you're actually watching.

Does 9Now work on smart TVs from abroad?

Yes, with the right setup. Samsung and LG smart TVs have native 9Now apps. If your TV doesn't support a VPN app directly, the easiest option is to install the VPN on your router so everything on your home network automatically uses an Australian connection. Apple TV supports VPN apps directly and has the 9Now app, making it a clean solution if you have one.

9Now VPN Not Working? Quick Fixes That Work

Good news: 9Now is one of the more straightforward Australian services to get working from abroad. It doesn't use the aggressive detection that Kayo does, and you won't need to dig into DNS settings or anything technical. Connect to an Australian server, clear any old cookies, and you should be watching within a few minutes.

What 9Now is

9Now is the free streaming service from Australia's Nine Network, carrying five live channels plus a large on-demand library. It's completely free with ads: no subscription, no payment method needed, just a free account and a VPN.

It's often the first Australian streaming service people try when they're overseas, and for good reason: getting it working is simpler than Kayo or Binge and doesn't require any complex setup.

9Now geo-restriction error shown outside Australia — You'll see this error if your VPN isn't connected properly. Make sure you're on an Australian server before you load 9now.com.au.

What you need

A free 9Now account. Sign up at 9now.com.au with your email address. No Australian address, no payment details, nothing complicated: it's free and takes about a minute to set up.
A VPN with Australian servers. Most decent paid VPNs work with 9Now without any trouble. NordVPN and ExpressVPN are both reliable options. Free VPNs often get blocked. Use our IP checker with your VPN on to confirm it's showing an Australian location before you start.

How to get 9Now working from abroad

Connect your VPN to an Australian server. Sydney servers are fastest for most international locations. Confirm you have an Australian IP via our IP checker before continuing.
Open 9now.com.au in a private or incognito browser window. Old cookies can carry your real location even when your IP now looks Australian. A private window starts clean.
Sign in to your 9Now account. You need to be signed in to watch most content: without an account, 9Now restricts what's available.
If 9Now blocks you, switch to a different Australian server. Some VPN server IPs get flagged, but switching to a different one in the same city usually finds a clean address straight away.

What 9Now carries

For Australians living or travelling abroad, 9Now is where Australian reality TV lives. The Block, Married at First Sight, Australian Ninja Warrior, and Lego Masters Australia are all Nine Network productions that stream exclusively on 9Now: you won't find them on any international platform without region-switching. 9Now also carries live news, some NRL coverage, and a solid selection of US dramas picked up by Nine.

All five channels stream live too, so you can watch Channel 9 and its sister channels in real time on Australian Eastern time. The library is genuinely substantial for a free service: Channel 9 carries the main network programming, 9Gem leans towards classic series, 9Go is more entertainment-focused, 9Life is lifestyle, and 9Rush covers motorsport and sport highlights.

9Now, Kayo, and Binge: what's the difference?

All three services are connected to Nine Network, but they cover completely different content and are separate subscriptions. 9Now is the free broadcast streaming service and the one to start with if you just want Australian TV without paying anything. Kayo is a paid sports service carrying AFL, NRL, cricket, Formula 1, and more. Binge is a paid entertainment service and the home of HBO in Australia.

They don't overlap: you can't get sport on 9Now or HBO on Kayo. If you want all three, you'd need separate accounts for Kayo and Binge alongside your free 9Now account.

Using the 9Now app

9Now has apps for iOS, Android, Apple TV, Samsung TV, and LG TV. On a phone or tablet, make sure you're using the full VPN app rather than a browser extension: extensions only cover your browser and won't protect the 9Now app. Connect to an Australian server first, then open the app.

If the 9Now app doesn't appear in your App Store or Google Play, the easiest fix is to switch your store region to Australia in your account settings. Alternatively, 9now.com.au works just as well in a mobile browser and doesn't require the app at all.