{"id":468399,"date":"2022-06-28T14:00:13","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T11:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/"},"modified":"2022-06-28T14:00:13","modified_gmt":"2022-06-28T11:00:13","slug":"6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/","title":{"rendered":"#6 Essential VPN Features You Should Be Using"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a36ec8717912\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a36ec8717912\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/#%E2%80%9C6_Essential_VPN_Features_You_Should_Be_Using%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;6 Essential VPN Features You Should Be Using&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/#A_Killswitch\" >A Killswitch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/#Streaming_Service-Cracking\" >Streaming Service-Cracking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/#Modern_VPN_Protocols\" >Modern VPN Protocols<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/#Split_Tunneling\" >Split Tunneling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/#Multiple_Simultaneous_Connections\" >Multiple Simultaneous Connections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/6-essential-vpn-features-you-should-be-using\/#Performance_Checks\" >Performance Checks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9C6_Essential_VPN_Features_You_Should_Be_Using%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;6 Essential VPN Features You Should Be Using&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-807700\" data-pagespeed-no-defer=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Shutterstock_2002306085.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"A VPN logo superimposed over an illustration of a global network.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-vector\/polygonal-vector-illustration-virtual-private-network-2002306085\">Vladyslav Severyn\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you\u2019re using a VPN or planning to sign up to one, there are a few easily overlooked features that will help you make the most of your new virtual private network. Let\u2019s take a look at six of them.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Killswitch\"><\/span>A Killswitch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ll kick off with one of the most important features any VPN can have: a killswitch. In short, a killswitch will \u201ckill\u201d your internet connection whenever your VPN fails, for whatever reason. This is important because, while a VPN isn\u2019t working, your traffic can be identified. A killswitch prevents this.<\/p>\n<p>A killswitch is particularly important for people that are using a VPN to escape censorship and torrenters, though they\u2019re useful for just about anybody. Thankfully, most VPNs have them enabled by default, though some don\u2019t have one at all\u2014while others, like NordVPN, require you turn it on. To see how to do that, check out our NordVPN guide.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Streaming_Service-Cracking\"><\/span>Streaming Service-Cracking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though we realize a good proportion of VPN users already know you can crack Netflix\u2019s regional libraries using a VPN, we have a feeling not everybody realizes exactly how many other services you can access, too.<\/p>\n<p>For example, European users can access U.S.-only service Hulu (though they\u2019ll still need a U.S. credit card), while watchers the world over can use a VPN to access BBC iPlayer and watch the British broadcaster\u2019s library for free. All you need to do is enter a fictitious British address and you\u2019re good to go.<\/p>\n<p>You can also use your VPN to access any number of other streaming services, including some that specialize in sports. No matter if you\u2019re a European fan of American football or a U.S.-based fan of soccer, you can find a <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a> to watch at any time.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modern_VPN_Protocols\"><\/span>Modern VPN Protocols<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another important thing to check about your VPN is to see which VPN protocol it uses to connect to the internet. A VPN protocol is the set of rules with which machines talk to each other, and in the case of VPNs it can influence the security as well as the speed of your connection. The best VPN protocols will keep things moving fast while also keeping you safe.<\/p>\n<p>The best VPNs usually use OpenVPN or even a proprietary protocol, but it\u2019s definitely something you want to check and make sure of. You can usually find protocols in the settings menu and we recommend that you try different protocols to get the best results. That said, make sure to focus only on proven protocols like OpenVPN so you can be sure to stay secure.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Split_Tunneling\"><\/span>Split Tunneling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another cool feature is split tunneling, the ability to decide which programs or apps use the VPN connection and which don\u2019t. It may not seem all that useful at first glance, but it\u2019s perfect in several scenarios. For example, you could <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">download<\/a> a Steam game on an unsecured connection and get good speeds while still browsing securely with the VPN on.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also good for BitTorrent usage, as it means you can seed a file securely while still browsing at your normal speed. If this feature sounds good to you, make sure that your VPN of choice has it as not all VPNs include it. For example, NordVPN and ExpressVPN have it, while several others do not.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multiple_Simultaneous_Connections\"><\/span>Multiple Simultaneous Connections<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to make the most out of your VPN subscription, you may want to keep in mind that almost all providers allow you to have multiple simultaneous connections active. This means you can have the VPN active on several devices at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>This is great if you have a desktop as well as a laptop and smartphone, but it also means you can share your subscription with others and defray the costs a little. Some VPNs allow as many as 10 connections at any given time, meaning you could have every member of your family browsing securely without spending an extra penny.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Performance_Checks\"><\/span>Performance Checks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lastly, one important thing you should always do when trying out a new VPN is to check its speed and security. While some, like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/uxnzmft.com\/offer\/coupon?offer=3monthsfree&amp;a_fid=howtogeek&amp;data1=htg&amp;data2=807474\">ExpressVPN<\/a>, offer built-in tools, we prefer to use independent measurements to see how your new piece of software performs. To do a VPN speed test you could try using <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.speedtest.net\/\">speedtest.net<\/a>, for example.<\/p>\n<p>Besides speed, you should also test whether or not a VPN is working properly by conducting leak tests and some other security readings. Taking your new VPN through these motions will take just a few minutes and it\u2019s a great way to make sure you\u2019re getting what you paid for, so we recommend everybody do it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\n setTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s) } (window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n   fbq('init', '335401813750447');\n   fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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