VPN Not Working? Common Problems and How to Fix Them

Common VPN Problems and Solutions

VPN Won't Connect

Try these fixes in order: 1. Switch to a different VPN protocol (WireGuard → OpenVPN → IKEv2). 2. Try a different server in the same country. 3. Temporarily disable your firewall or antivirus (some security software blocks VPN connections). 4. Restart your device and router. 5. Reinstall the VPN app.

VPN Keeps Disconnecting

Check your internet connection stability first. Enable the kill switch to prevent data leaks during drops. Switch to a more reliable protocol like OpenVPN TCP. If on Wi-Fi, try a wired connection. Some ISPs throttle VPN traffic — try using obfuscated servers.

Slow VPN Speeds

Connect to a server closer to your physical location. Switch to WireGuard protocol for better speed. Check server load and choose a less crowded server. Close background apps using bandwidth. If all else fails, your ISP may be throttling — try port 443 or obfuscated servers.

Can't Access Streaming Services

Clear your browser cache and cookies. Try different servers in the same country. Enable the VPN's streaming-optimized servers if available. Contact customer support — VPN providers maintain lists of servers that currently work with each streaming platform.

DNS Leaks Detected

Enable DNS leak protection in your VPN app. Disable IPv6 in your device's network settings. Use the VPN provider's DNS servers exclusively. Run a DNS leak test after making changes to verify the fix worked.