How to Set Up a Free VPN in Windows 10 Using VPNBook Step-by-Step Guide to Add a Free VPN Without Any Software
Using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is one of the easiest ways to protect your online privacy, access geo-restricted content, and secure your internet connection. This tutorial explains how you can manually set up a free VPN in Windows 10 using VPNBook, a free VPN service that doesn’t require you to install any third-party software.
🛠️ Step-by-Step Guide to Add a Free VPN on Windows 10
1. Open Windows Settings
- Click the Start Menu and go to Settings (gear icon).
- In the Settings menu, click on Network & Internet.
2. Access the VPN Settings
- On the left sidebar, click on the VPN option.
- In the right panel, click on Add a VPN connection.
3. Configure the VPN Connection
- In the Add a VPN connection window:
- VPN provider: Choose Windows (built-in).
- Connection name: Enter any name. (For example,
VPNBook) - Server name or address: Visit https://www.vpnbook.com and copy one of the PPTP server addresses listed (e.g.,
fr1.vpnbook.com,us1.vpnbook.com, etc.). - VPN type: Select Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP).
- Type of sign-in info: Choose Username and password.
4. Enter VPNBook Credentials
- Scroll down the VPNBook homepage to find the username and password provided for free.
- Enter the Username and Password exactly as shown on the website.
- Check Remember my sign-in info if you don’t want to re-enter it every time.
5. Save the VPN Configuration
- Click Save to add the VPN configuration.
- The new VPN profile (e.g.,
VPNBook) will now appear in your list of available VPNs.
6. Connect to the VPN
- Click on the VPN name (
VPNBook) and click Connect. - If your credentials are correct and the server is working, your VPN will successfully connect.
🔍 How to Verify VPN Connection
To confirm that your VPN is working:
- Right-click on your Wi-Fi icon in the taskbar.
- Choose Open Network & Internet Settings.
- Click Change adapter options under Advanced network settings.
- Look for the VPN adapter (e.g., VPNBook), right-click on it, and check Properties.
- Under the Security tab, ensure the Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is selected.
🔐 Tips for VPN Usage
- Always ensure you’re using updated login credentials from VPNBook, as they change regularly.
- If one server is slow or doesn’t connect, try another server from the VPNBook list.
- For a more secure experience, consider switching to OpenVPN (also offered by VPNBook) — though it requires downloading the OpenVPN client.
⚠️ Disclaimer
Using a free VPN like VPNBook is suitable for basic privacy and location masking. However, for sensitive activities such as online banking or handling confidential data, a paid VPN service with no-log policy is strongly recommended. Free VPNs may have limitations in speed, uptime, and data privacy.
🔗 Software Link
- VPNBook Official Site: https://www.vpnbook.com
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By following this guide, you’ve now added a free VPN to your Windows 10 system and taken a step toward more secure internet usage.
