IT & ComputersEasy2025-10-02
How to Access Foreign Google (google.com)
Learn how to search on google.com (US Google) instead of google.co.kr from Korea.
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When you visit google.com from Korea, you are automatically redirected to google.co.kr. Special steps are needed to search on US Google.
Easiest Method: Use NCR
1. Type "google.com/ncr" in the address bar
2. NCR = No Country Redirect
3. You will be taken directly to US Google
4. Save it as a bookmark for convenience
* You will need to set this again if cookies are cleared
Change via Settings
1. Visit google.com (it will redirect to .co.kr automatically)
2. Click "Settings" at the bottom right
3. Select "Search settings"
4. Under Region Settings, choose "United States"
5. Click "Save"
* Settings will persist if you are signed in
Use a VPN
1. Install a VPN app (NordVPN, ExpressVPN, etc.)
2. Select a US server
3. Visit google.com
4. It will automatically recognize you as a US user
Pros: Full US search results
Cons: Slower speeds, paid service required
Why Use Foreign Google?
- More accurate results when searching in English
- Access new Google features before they reach Korea
- Access content blocked in Korea
- Developers: search English technical documentation
- Stay on top of global trends
Additional Tips
- Settings will persist if you configure them while signed in
- You can add a URL parameter like google.com/?gl=us
- Automate with the Chrome extension "Google Search Country"
- Append "site:.com" to your search to find only international sites
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