The global media streaming scene has been booming in the last few years, with several new platforms joining the ranks. One of them is Binge, an Australia-based streaming service known for hosting an impressive catalog of popular international titles. However, a surge of recent user reports on social media and forums such as Reddit have revealed that users are experiencing problems accessing the platform, leading to an influx of queries about Why is binge not working?
Research and investigation into the issue reveal that this problem extends across various forms of access for Binge users- be it through their website, app, or even Smart TV access. This problem appears to be stemming from multiple sources. Some users face issues due to technical difficulties on Binge’s end, which are often addressed and fixed by their technical team. In many instances, users found that a simple cache clearing or updating their app to the latest version resolved the issue. However, this didn’t work for everyone.
Further inspection revealed for some users, that their location is a significant playing factor. Since Binge is an Australia-based streaming service, international access is limited. If an Australian resident tries to access it while traveling or if a non-resident tries to use it, geoblocking halts their access. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) often provide a solution for such troubles, but Binge has tightened its geoblocking policies, making it even harder to bypass regardless of VPN use. We conclude that technical glitches, outdated app versions, cache memory issues, and location-based restrictions are the reasons causing the Binge service to be inaccessible for various users.