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Check your VPN is working in 2 minutes

You do not need to be technical to check your VPN. Three quick tests tell you it is doing its job.

How to check your VPN is working in 2 minutes

Test 1, your IP address

With the VPN off, search what is my IP and note the address and location. Connect the VPN and check again.

The address should change to the VPN server and the location should match the one you picked.

Test 2, DNS

DNS is how your device looks up website names. If those lookups skip the tunnel your provider can still see the sites you visit.

Run a DNS leak test while connected. You should not see your own internet provider listed.

Test 3, WebRTC

WebRTC is a browser feature used for calls. In some setups it can reveal your real IP.

Run a WebRTC test while connected. You should only see the VPN address.

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The two minute test

  1. Note your IP with the VPN off.
  2. Connect and check the IP has changed.
  3. Run a DNS leak test.
  4. Run a WebRTC test in your browser.

Check your VPN is working: common questions

What if my real IP still shows?
Disconnect and reconnect, then test again. If it still shows, contact support so we can help.
What happens if ROOT disconnects?
On Windows the kill switch is built in and on by default, so traffic stays blocked until the tunnel reconnects.

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