LG Announces Ban on Residential Proxy Use in Smart TV Applications

LG has announced a policy change affecting its smart TV platform. The company will ban the use of residential proxies in apps that run on its smart TVs. Residential proxies are IP addresses assigned to home users that can mask traffic origins. The ban aims to curb abuse and protect content licensing agreements. Developers of smart TV apps will need to ensure their services do not rely on such proxies. LG's move follows broader industry concerns about proxy misuse. The policy could affect users who employ proxies to access geo‑restricted content. LG has not detailed enforcement mechanisms but expects compliance from app providers.