How to Install A VPN On Almost Any Device [Noob Guide 2022]

Short on time? Here’s a Short Summary of How to Install A VPN.

• First, check if your device supports native VPN apps. If not, then you’ll need to go for alternative options.
• Then choose a VPN that is compatible with your device.
• Sign up for a VPN plan. We recommend ExpressVPN, NordVPN, & Surfshark as they are the best in business.
• Download the VPN client software on your device.
• Launch the VPN software and log in with your VPN account.
• Either use the quick-connect option to connect to the default fastest server or select a location manually.

Checklist

• Check if your router supports VPN functionalities. Google it or check the router configurations and search for a VPN tab.
• If you know that your router has VPN capabilities but you still can’t find the VPN option then you need to flash your router.
  • Install a third-party firmware (Tomato or DD-WRT)
  • You’re simply changing the operating system of your router and enabling the VPN feature.
  • Flashing your router may be risky if you get it wrong. So do your research properly first and then go for this option.
• If you don’t want to flash your router or if your router doesn’t have VPN functionalities at all then you have no option but to purchase a VPN router.

Setting Up A VPN On Router

• Log in to your router’s configuration page as an administrator. Find the IP from the bottom sticker or your router’s manual. The IP which works for most routers is 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. Type this in your browser and log in with your username and password which are at the bottom sticker of your router.
• When logged in, search for the VPN tab. You may need to find it under different tabs. But if you still can’t find it but you know your router has VPN capabilities, then you need to flash your router.
• If you found the VPN tab, click on it and then set up a VPN client profile. Like the picture below indicates.

Note: You might not see the same interface if your router or router configuration is different.

• Now go to your VPN provider’s website. Go to the Setup page and head to Manual Configuration. We are using ExpressVPN as an example.

• Now select a protocol of your choice. OpenVPN is best for maximizing your security and privacy while PPTP or L2TP/IPsec is best if you want higher speed for downloading, streaming, or gaming.
• Select a server from the available locations, copy the address and paste it in the profile field.

• Fill in the description also, paste the username and password from the VPN provider website and click on OK to create your VPN client profile.

• Now that your VPN profile is created, just click on Activate.

When activated, you are now connected to your router through a VPN connection and any device which is connected to your router will have a secure VPN connection.

To set up an OpenVPN profile, all the steps are the same. But instead of just copying the location address, you’ll need to download the .ovpn file from the website and upload it in the correct field while creating the VPN profile.

• On your home screen, go to Apps and head to Categories. Now select Utility.

• Search for your VPN provider and launch the VPN app. (Download the app if you don’t have it)

• Select login. Enter your username and password to sign in to your VPN account.

• Now either select Connect for the default fastest server or choose a location you prefer.

• You are now connected to a VPN server, minimize the app and start watching your favorite movie.

• Get a VPN subscription to a reliable VPN service.
• Download the VPN app on your device.
• Install the VPN app and launch it.
• Sign in with your VPN account.
• Pick a server location of your choice and connect to the VPN.
• Launch Kodi and enjoy.

• On your home screen, go to the Settings and then tap on General.

• Find VPN under the General tab and tap on it.
• Tap on Add VPN Configuration.

• To select a VPN protocol, tap on Type and choose IKEv2, L2TP, or IPsec.
• Fill in the following fields including Description (VPN Name), Server, Remote ID, and Local ID (All three are provided by your VPN provider).
• Choose a User Authentication type. Either a username and password or a certificate.
• Tap on Done.

• Go back to the VPN tab, find your VPN profile, and connect to it.

• Click on the Apple icon present in the upper left corner of your screen.
• Go to System Preferences and then click on Network.

• Click the plus (+) icon on the left to create a connection.

• Now select VPN as the Interface.
• Select a VPN type by clicking on the drop-down menu.
• Type in your VPN name in the Service Name.
• Click on Create.

• Now fill in the Server Address and Account Name or username which are provided by your VPN provider.
• Click on Authentication Settings.

• Fill in the Password and Shared Secret.
• Click OK.

• Click on Apply and then click on Connect.

1. You can simply set up a VPN on your router and connect your Roku device to your router to watch the geo-restricted movies and TV shows on streaming platforms. Head to the first section of this article to know how you can install a VPN on your router.
2. If you don’t want to install a VPN on your router then create a virtual router. Simply set up a VPN on your Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS, turn on the Hotspot, and connect your Roku device.

• Launch your Google Chrome browser.
• Go to the Chrome Web Store.
• Type the name of your VPN in the search bar.
• Click on ‘Add to Chrome‘

• Now click on Extensions and find your VPN extension.

• Log in with your account if required and connect to a VPN server.

• You should have a subscription plan from a reliable VPN company. You can go for ExpressVPN or NordVPN as they’re one of the big players in the VPN industry.
• Sign up for a plan.
• Download the VPN app on your phone. Remember that you need to perform all of this on your home network as your school’s wifi network might’ve blocked all the VPN websites.
• Launch the VPN app and log in with your VPN account.
• Now whenever you connect to the school wi-fi, simply launch your VPN app and connect to a VPN server.
• You can now easily have access to blocked websites.

• Sign up for a VPN plan.
• Download the VPN app on your Windows PC.
• Now plug one end of the internet cable on your Xbox or PS4. (Find the ethernet port at the back)
• Plug the other end of the ethernet into your PC.
• On your Windows PC, go to the Control Panel and head to Network & Sharing Center.

• Click on Change Adapter Settings.

• Find the correct VPN title and right-click on it to go to the Properties.

• Select the Sharing tab.
• Select and tick the “Allow other network users” option.
• Select Ethernet by clicking on the drop-down menu “Home networking connection”
• Click OK.

• Sign up for a reliable VPN. You can go for ExpressVPN or Surfshark.
• Turn on your smart TV and go to the Google Play Store.
• Search for the VPN app and download it.
• After installing, launch the VPN app.
• Log in with your VPN account.
• Select a location from the available servers.
• Launch Netflix and enjoy your movie.

Conclusion

By now you should know how to install a VPN on any handheld or wall-mounted device with ease. A VPN can securely connect you to your destination page eliminating all the third parties.

The only trick is to choose a VPN that has a user-friendly interface, has a strict no-log policy, offers a kill-switch, and has a large pool of location servers.

And if you’re confused about choosing a VPN company, choose any from the list above.