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To set up your own VPN, you need a dedicated IP address and a suitable computer. These days, most people who decide to set up a home VPN choose the Raspberry PI single-board computer, which has a 1 Gbit LAN port and consumes very little power while under load. You can also use a Wi-Fi router with a VPN support, preferably one that runs either DD-WRT or OpenWrt.

Alternatively, you can sign up for a VPN service and easily set up a VPN on any device using a convenient app that lets you connect to hundreds and thousands of different VPN servers with a simple click. Each approach has its pros and cons, and you should weigh them carefully to make the right decision.

To turn off your VPN, go to Settings > VPN > and disable any active VPN connection you see there. If you’re using a VPN app, open it, and click Disconnect. To verify that your VPN connection has been disabled, use an online IP address checker to see what your public IP address is. Copy it and analyze it using an online IP address lookup tool to determine its geographical location. If the location of your public IP address doesn’t at least roughly correspond with your physical location, the chances are that your VPN connection is still active. We recommend you restart your device and verify your IP address again. If that doesn’t help, you may need to disable your VPN on your router.