I set up ProtonVPN on the router for a few months & the family hated it. HATED IT! They were constantly asking me to disable the VPN so they could log in to a site here, or make a credit card payment there. It was a mess.
Eventually I just disabled it on the router & ran my VPN at the device level. Much better now & the family doesn’t hate me! :)
@GrappleHat @Reverendender So many sites assume individuals who use a VPN are up to no good.
Some may be.
Most people though are just trying to draw the curtains so the creeps hiding in the bushes are less likely to see in.
100% agree. Also I am up to no good.
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I’m not entirely sure why you would put a VPN at your router.
A router-level VPN is like a privacy shield for your entire home network. Instead of installing a VPN on each device, you set it up once on your router. Here are the benefits: Protects All Devices Automatically: Every device connected to your Wi-Fi—like phones, computers, smart TVs, and game consoles—is automatically secured by the VPN. Simplifies Setup: You only need to configure the VPN one time on the router, saving you the hassle of setting it up on each gadget. Enhances Privacy and Security: It encrypts all your internet traffic, keeping your online activities private and safe from hackers or snoopers. Bypasses Internet Restrictions: The VPN can help you access websites or streaming services that might be blocked or limited in your area. In simple terms, a router-level VPN makes your entire home internet more secure and private with less effort.
Thanks! That’s a great explanation and now it makes a lot of sense to me.
So all devices on the network uses the VPN by default?
Because it’s better than adding it per-device?
