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What is a Split Tunneling?

A split tunneling VPN lets you send some of your traffic through the VPN tunnel while selected apps retain direct access to the internet. By dividing your connection, split tunneling helps protect your sensitive activities and allows faster access for other non-sensitive apps.

Why Use a Split Tunneling VPN?

Gain Greater Online Control

Keep sensitive data safe without compromising your internet experience. Split tunneling encrypts what needs protection and lets other activities bypass VPN.

Use Two IP Addresses at Once

Use both your VPN and real IP addresses at the same time to access local content on certain apps while improving privacy on others.

Stay Connected at Home

A VPN may restrict access to wireless home devices like printers. Use split tunneling to stay connected and secure your sensitive activities simultaneously.

Boost App Performance

Minimize VPN-related slowdowns by excluding data-intensive apps from encryption via split tunneling, enabling them to run faster.

Reduce Mobile Data Usage

Avoid unnecessary data consumption on limited or metered data plans by using split tunneling to route only selected traffic through the VPN.

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Stay informed when your data is found in a breach. Know what was exposed and when so you can act quickly to reduce risks.

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256-bit Encryption

Get practical steps to secure your accounts and prevent cybercriminals from exploiting your data.

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We ensure your sensitive information is managed with top-tier security protocols.

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Reduce Mobile Data Usage

Avoid unnecessary data consumption on limited or metered data plans by using split tunneling to route only selected traffic through the VPN.

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How Does Split Tunneling Work?

Your online traffic is separated into two different streams with split tunneling: one part of it goes through a secure VPN tunnel while the other part connects directly to the internet. This way, you get the best of both worlds—security for what matters most and quicker speeds for everything else. You can choose which apps bypass VPN protection by tweaking the settings in your VPN app.

Why Choose PureVPN Split Tunneling?

Targeted Protection

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App-Based Split Tunneling

All online traffic uses your internet connection by default, and you choose which apps to route through the VPN.

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Inverse Split Tunneling

All online traffic is encrypted by default, and you choose which apps to exclude from VPN protection.

How Do I Enable Split Tunneling on PureVPN?

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Subscribe to PureVPN and download our app.

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Open Settings > Advanced > Split Tunneling.

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Select which apps to include or exclude from the VPN

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Frequently Asked Questions

Read on to find answers to frequently asked questions about PureVPN

Does PureVPN have split tunneling?

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Yes, PureVPN split tunneling is available on Windows, Android, Fire TV Stick, and Android TV devices.

Is split tunneling safe to use?

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Absolutely, split tunneling is safe as long as you use a reliable VPN provider and set it up correctly.

What are the security issues with split tunneling?

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When you use VPN split tunneling, some of your internet traffic will not go through the VPN, making it vulnerable. Therefore, only use it for trusted apps and keep VPN protection on for sensitive activities.

What is the difference between full tunneling VPN and split tunneling VPN?


A full tunneling VPN encrypts all your data, whereas a split tunneling VPN only encrypts the data you choose.