How to Turn Off VPN on Any Device
VPNs are a great way to keep your data private and secure, but sometimes you may want to turn them off. This can be for various reasons, such as wanting to access blocked websites or services in your country or because you don’t need the VPN anymore and want to free up some system resources. This guide will show you how to turn off the VPN on any device.
When to turn off VPN
There are a few reasons why you might want to turn off your VPN. Maybe you’re trying to access a blocked site or service in your country. Or, perhaps you don’t need the VPN anymore and want to free up some system resources. You might also want to troubleshoot a connection issue or disable it temporarily.
How to disable VPN on macOS
If you’re using a Mac, there are a few different ways to disable your VPN. The easiest way is to turn it off from the menu bar. To do this, click the VPN icon in the menu and select “Disconnect.”
Alternatively, you can go to System Preferences > Network and click the “Disconnect” button next to your VPN connection.
If you want to disable your VPN permanently, you can go to System Preferences > Network and click the “-” button at the bottom of the window. This will remove the VPN from your list of connections.
How to disable VPN on iPhone and iOS
If you’re using an iPhone or iPad, you can disable your VPN by going to Settings > VPN and turning off the “Enable VPN” toggle.
If you want to disable your VPN permanently, you can delete the VPN configuration from Settings. To do this, go to Settings > General > Profiles and select the VPN profile you want to delete. Then, tap the “Delete Profile” button.
How to disable VPN on Windows 10, 7, and other versions
If you’re using Windows 10, you can disable your VPN by going to Settings > Network & Internet > VPN and turning off the “Enable VPN” toggle.
For older versions of Windows, the process is a bit different. For Windows 7, go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Settings. Then, right-click on your VPN connection and select “Disable.”
If you want to disable your VPN permanently, you can delete the VPN connection from Windows. To do this, go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Settings. Then, right-click on your VPN connection and select “Delete.”
How to disable VPN on Android
If you’re using Android, you can disable your VPN by going to Settings > Wireless & Networks > VPN and turning off the “Enable VPN” toggle.
If you want to disable your VPN permanently, you can delete the VPN configuration from Settings. To do this, go to Settings > More > VPN and tap the “-” button next to the VPN you want to delete.
What happens if I turn off VPN?
Keep a few things in mind if you turn off your VPN:
- Your data will no longer be encrypted, meaning third parties could intercept it.
- You will not be able to access any websites or services blocked in your country.
- Your IP address will be exposed, leading to targeted ads or unwanted attention.
Why you should keep NordVPN always on
Even though you can turn off your VPN, we recommend you keep it on at all times. NordVPN provides several important benefits, such as encrypting your data, hiding your IP address, and unblocking websites and services. Plus, with NordVPN’s 24/7 customer support, you can always get help if you need it.