How to Use VPN Configs

For WireGuard on Windows:

Step 1: Download WireGuard Client

• Visit the official WireGuard website: wireguard.com/install
• Download "WireGuard Installer for Windows"
• Run the installer and follow the installation wizard

Step 2: Import Configuration

• Open the WireGuard application
• Click "Import tunnel(s) from file"
• Select your downloaded .conf file
• The tunnel will appear in the left sidebar

Step 3: Connect to VPN

• Click on your tunnel name in the sidebar
• Click the "Activate" button
• Wait for the status to show "Active"
• You're now connected securely!

For OpenVPN on Windows:

Step 1: Download OpenVPN Client

• Download OpenVPN GUI from: openvpn.net
• Install the application with administrator privileges

Step 2: Import Configuration

• Right-click the OpenVPN GUI icon in the system tray
• Select "Import" → "Import file..."
• Choose your .ovpn file
• The profile will be added to your connection list

Step 3: Connect

• Right-click the OpenVPN icon again
• Select your imported profile
• Click "Connect"
• Wait for the green connection indicator

For WireGuard on macOS:

Step 1: Install WireGuard

• Open the Mac App Store
• Search for "WireGuard"
• Download and install the official WireGuard app
• Or use Homebrew: brew install wireguard-tools

Step 2: Import Configuration

• Open WireGuard from Applications
• Click "Import tunnel(s) from file..."
• Navigate to your .conf file
• Click "Open" to import

Step 3: Activate VPN

• Select your imported tunnel
• Click the toggle switch to "Activate"
• Grant permission when macOS asks
• You're now protected!

For OpenVPN on macOS:

Step 1: Install Tunnelblick

• Download Tunnelblick from: tunnelblick.net
• Open the DMG file and drag to Applications
• Launch Tunnelblick and grant necessary permissions

Step 2: Add Configuration

• Double-click your .ovpn file
• Tunnelblick will automatically import it
• Choose whether to install for all users or just you

Step 3: Connect

• Click the Tunnelblick icon in the menu bar
• Select your configuration
• Click "Connect"
• Enter credentials if prompted

For WireGuard on Ubuntu/Debian:

Step 1: Install WireGuard

• Open Terminal
• Update package list: sudo apt update
• Install WireGuard: sudo apt install wireguard

Step 2: Copy Configuration

• Move your config to WireGuard directory:
  sudo cp yourconfig.conf /etc/wireguard/wg0.conf
• Set proper permissions:
  sudo chmod 600 /etc/wireguard/wg0.conf

Step 3: Start VPN

• Start the tunnel: sudo wg-quick up wg0
• Check status: sudo wg show
• To stop: sudo wg-quick down wg0
• Enable at boot: sudo systemctl enable wg-quick@wg0

For OpenVPN on Ubuntu/Debian:

Step 1: Install OpenVPN

• Open Terminal
• Run: sudo apt update
• Install: sudo apt install openvpn

Step 2: Connect Using Configuration

• Navigate to your config directory
• Run: sudo openvpn --config yourconfig.ovpn
• Or use Network Manager for GUI support

For WireGuard on iOS:

Step 1: Install WireGuard App

• Open the App Store on your iPhone/iPad
• Search for "WireGuard"
• Download the official WireGuard app (free)

Step 2: Import Configuration

• Open the WireGuard app
• Tap the "+" button
• Choose "Create from file or archive"
• Select your .conf file from Files/iCloud
• Alternatively, use "Create from QR code" if you have one

Step 3: Connect

• Tap the toggle switch next to your tunnel name
• Allow VPN configuration when iOS prompts
• The switch turns green when connected

For OpenVPN on iOS:

Step 1: Install OpenVPN Connect

• Download "OpenVPN Connect" from the App Store
• It's the official OpenVPN client

Step 2: Import Profile

• Save your .ovpn file to iCloud Drive or Files
• Open the file - it will launch OpenVPN Connect
• Tap "Add" to import the profile

Step 3: Connect

• Open OpenVPN Connect
• Toggle the switch for your profile
• Allow VPN permissions

For WireGuard on Android:

Step 1: Install WireGuard App

• Open Google Play Store
• Search for "WireGuard"
• Install the official WireGuard app by WireGuard Development Team

Step 2: Import Configuration

• Open the WireGuard app
• Tap the "+" button (bottom right)
• Select "Import from file or archive"
• Navigate to your downloaded .conf file
• Or scan a QR code if available

Step 3: Activate VPN

• Tap the toggle switch next to your tunnel
• Allow VPN connection when Android prompts
• You'll see a key icon in the status bar when connected

For OpenVPN on Android:

Step 1: Install OpenVPN for Android

• Download "OpenVPN for Android" from Play Store
• Developed by Arne Schwabe (official client)

Step 2: Import Profile

• Tap the "+" icon
• Select "Import"
• Choose "Import Profile from SD card"
• Select your .ovpn file

Step 3: Connect

• Tap on the imported profile
• Tap "Connect"
• Grant VPN permissions

Setting Up VPN on Your Router:

Note: Router configuration varies by manufacturer and model. These are general guidelines.

Compatible Routers:

• DD-WRT compatible routers
• Tomato firmware routers
• ASUS routers with Merlin firmware
• pfSense/OPNsense systems
• MikroTik routers

General Steps:

• Access your router's admin panel (usually 192.168.1.1)
• Navigate to VPN settings
• Select WireGuard or OpenVPN (depending on support)
• Import or paste your configuration
• Save and restart the VPN service
• All devices on your network will use the VPN

Benefits of Router-Level VPN:

• ✓ Protects all devices automatically
• ✓ No need to configure each device individually
• ✓ Covers smart home devices and IoT
• ✓ Gaming consoles and smart TVs protected

Common Issues & Solutions:

Can't connect to VPN:

• Check your internet connection
• Verify the configuration file is not corrupted
• Try a different server location
• Disable firewall temporarily to test
• Regenerate your configuration file

VPN connects but no internet:

• Check DNS settings in your configuration
• Try changing DNS provider (Cloudflare, Google, etc.)
• Verify your firewall isn't blocking VPN traffic
• Restart your device

Slow connection speeds:

• Try a server closer to your location
• Switch between UDP and TCP (OpenVPN)
• For OpenVPN, try ChaCha20 encryption
• Consider upgrading to a premium plan

VPN disconnects frequently:

• Check if your ISP is blocking VPN traffic
• Try switching protocols (WireGuard ↔ OpenVPN)
• Adjust MTU settings in advanced configuration
• Use TCP instead of UDP for more stability