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What Is a VPN Kill Switch and How to Test Yours
Most users enable a kill switch but never check it actually fires. Here's a practical, no-tools-needed method to verify yours works before it matters.
18 Apr 2026
How to Set Up a VPN on a Chromebook: Step by Step
Chromebooks rarely appear in VPN setup guides, but getting one working on Chrome OS is straightforward once you know your options. Here's exactly how to do it.
17 Apr 2026
How to Set Up a VPN on Your Smart TV in 2026
Most smart TVs don't support VPN apps natively. This guide covers every practical method—router setup, connection sharing, and more—so you can actually get it working.
16 Apr 2026
What Is IPv6 Leaking and How to Make Sure Your VPN Blocks It
Your VPN might hide your IPv4 address perfectly while your real IPv6 address leaks in plain sight. Here's what IPv6 leaking is and how to stop it.
15 Apr 2026
What is WebRTC and Can It Expose Your Real IP Address?
Your VPN might be active and your connection encrypted, yet your browser could still be handing out your real IP address via WebRTC. Here's what that means and how to stop it.
14 Apr 2026
What Is a VPN Tunnel and How Does It Actually Protect You?
You've heard the term 'VPN tunnel' — but what does it actually mean? This guide explains encapsulation, encryption, and where the metaphor breaks down.
13 Apr 2026
What Is a DNS Leak and How Do You Stop It?
Your VPN tunnel can be airtight while your DNS queries slip out unprotected. Here's what DNS leaks are, why they happen, and how to fix them.
12 Apr 2026
How to set up a VPN on macOS: a step-by-step guide
macOS has its own quirks when it comes to VPNs. This step-by-step guide covers everything from installation to permissions, kill switches, and iCloud Private Relay.
11 Apr 2026
How to set up a VPN on Windows 11: a full guide
Two ways to set up a VPN on Windows 11—the built-in client and a dedicated app—explained clearly so you can choose the right approach for your needs.
11 Apr 2026
How to Use a VPN on Public Wi-Fi Safely in 2026
Public Wi-Fi is genuinely risky—but the threat is more specific than most people realise. Here's what attackers can actually do, and which VPN settings protect you.
10 Apr 2026
How to Set Up a VPN on an iPhone or Android Phone
A practical step-by-step guide to setting up a VPN on iOS and Android, covering both the app method and manual configuration for reliable mobile protection.
10 Apr 2026
What is a no-logs VPN policy and does it actually matter?
Every VPN claims to keep no logs—but what does that actually mean, and how do you tell a genuine policy from a marketing badge?
10 Apr 2026