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Here, I share step-by-step instructions for each.
Method 1.
Check Your IP Address
A working VPN changes your public IP address.
Method 2.
Heres what to do:
Method 3.
Method 4.
To look to see if your VPN is leaking IPv6 traffic, go to ipleak.net.
The site will execute the test automatically.
If your VPN blocks IPv6 traffic, youll see the same message.
Method 5.
The numbers below provide a general guide to understanding VPN speed impact, but theyre not a one-size-fits-all rule.
If you have a very fast or slow internet connection, your experience may differ.
But if your base speed is 50 Mbps, a similar percentage drop could make streaming or gaming difficult.
Method 6.
Test Data Encryption
To test whether your connection is properly encrypted, I recommend using Wireshark.
It helps diagnose web link issues, including whether your VPN is encrypting your connection as it should.
Its available for Windows and macOS.
Note for macOS users:Installing Wireguard on macOS requires an additional step.
After installing the app, youll need to download and set up the ChmodBPF launch daemon.
If youre using Windows, you canskip to step 6 to learn how to use Wireshark.
The good news is this is very easy to enable in your web app.
If that fails, its likely time to switch VPNs.
In other cases, the government and your ISP might be blocking your access.
Double-check your devices power tweaks.
Use only a single VPN app at a time.
Check that other software isnt blocking your VPN.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to test if my VPN is working?
Its also a good idea to see if its causing a major drop in your speeds.
I explainhow to do all of these tests, step-by-step, here.
How do I get my VPN to work?
If your VPN is connected but not working, start by ensuring youre on a stable server.
Some servers may be congested, so switching to a different location can help.
Also, check that youve selected the right protocolWireGuard and OpenVPN are often more reliable.
it’s possible for you to find more ofmy tips on how to fix your VPN here.
Why is my VPN not working?
