WiFi VPN

The purpose a VPN for WiFi serves is to secure private and public networks. Public wi-fi networks are relatively unsecure when compared to private wi-fi. An excellent example of a Public network would be Hotspots at popular fast-food chains or cafes like McDonalds or Starbucks.

Data protection is the primary issue that is addressed by VPN services. With state-of-the-art encryption algorithms and secure protocols, your online activities and sensitive data are secured at all times.

You can start protecting your online privacy by getting a 7-day trial with PureVPN.

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Why Is Public Wi-Fi Unsecure?

Your nearby cafés, restaurants, airports and other public places do not have a secure Wi-Fi setup, which is used to protect you against malicious entities online.
Public Wi-Fi hotspots are littered with hackers, cybercriminals and evil individuals who are constantly working on ways to access your information.
Mostly, public Wi-Fi networks do not employ passwords, leaving an open door for infiltrators to come and get a hold of your online activities.
It is relatively easier for snoopers to eavesdrop on your online activities and install spyware software that will report each and every online activity of yours.
You are prone to become a victim of identity theft which can be very costly.

Major Threats On Any Wi-Fi Network

Cyber criminals can use several notorious methods to compromise a WiFi network and listen in on your private conversation or monitor your internet traffic:

WiFi Pineapple

In simple terms, a Wi-Fi Pineapple is a device that can be used to execute complicated network attacks. It scans all the SSIDs (Service Set Identifiers) being broadcasted by nearby devices, and then rebroadcasts the SSID pool to trick devices into thinking it is a Wi-Fi access point they connected to in the past.

It can be extremely difficult to protect your device against these kinds of attacks, unless you are using a VPN for Wi-Fi of course – it will protect all your communications using military-grade end-to-end encryption.

Man In The Middle Attack

One of the biggest risks of using public Wi-Fi networks is man-in-the-middle attacks. MITM is a type of eavesdropping attack and involves malicious actors secretly positioning themselves in the communication between two parties. Hackers are anxiously waiting for you to connect to an unsecured Wi-Fi network.

Once they are able to control the connection, the perpetrators can intercept your sensitive information and use the findings to their advantage, engaging in illicit activities such as identity theft and financial fraud.

Evil Twin Attacks

When you connect your device to an unsecured Wi-Fi at a restaurant or coffee shop, make sure you know the correct name. After all, you would want to steer clear from rogue Wi-Fi hotspots set up by hackers.

These networks are designed to mimic legitimate hotspots provided by nearby businesses and once someone connects to them, the bad guys are able to steal sensitive information and even redirect them to an infected website.

Computer Worms

Worms and viruses are similar in many ways, but they differ when it comes to one major aspect. For viruses to spread on your device, they first need to be attached to a program. Worms, on the other hand, can do so without the user downloading a malicious file.

If the Wi-Fi network you are connected to has inadequate security, you are putting yourself at the risk of a worm infection that could compromise your private information, or worse, render your device completely useless.

Why Use a VPN For WiFi?

Security on Public Wi-Fi Networks

A VPN will secure your online activities through its AES 256-bit encryption.

Work or Study Remotely

Students and remote workers can get past region locks instantly.

Instant Access to Other Countries

Get unrestricted and swift access to content from other countries.

Secure Banking over Public Wi-Fi

Access online banking and make secure financial transactions.

Access Social Media on Free Wi-Fi

Access your social accounts without having someone spy on your activities.

Share Sensitive Data Online

Send and receive sensitive information files securely on the web.

Building a Private WiFi Network

It is recommended to have a private wifi network with security protocols such as WPA/WPA 2 in place making it relatively more secure when compared to public hotspots.

For additional security, you may get a VPN for your private connection.

Get a wireless access point. 802.11ax is the latest router technology available.
Change the router default settings by accessing its admin panel.
Select the network name which is also known as the SSID.
Choose a channel. Mostly, people choose 6, but to avoid overlapping, you may select channel 1 or 11.
Set up a username and password to protect the security of your router and save your settings.

How To Secure WiFi

Sign Up and Download

Sign up to PureVPN, then download the app to your preferred device (mobile, tablet or laptop)
Connect PureVPN

Open the app and hit Connect to establish an encrypted VPN connection
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Browse the web with confidence!

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How PureVPN Protects Your WiFi?

Upon connecting to PureVPN, all your data is sent through an encrypted tunnel, which makes it close to impossible to decipher or intercept. Moreover, your IP address is replaced with one from our VPN servers, allowing you to browse with a cloak of anonymity on any Wi-Fi network.

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PureVPN WiFi Exclusive Features

Secure WiFi

Android users can connect to any Wi-Fi with complete confidence and peace of mind

Split Tunneling

Get the freedom to distribute your Internet traffic as you please between PureVPN and your ISP

VPN Hotspot

Transform your windows device into a hotspot to secure all connected devices

Router Configuration

PureVPN is compatible with a wide range of routers to secure your home or office network

Internet Kill Switch

Use our fail-safe IKS feature to ensure your real online identity remains a secret

256-Bit Encryption

PureVPN uses military-grade AES 256-bit encryption to secure your Wi-Fi network traffic

Leak Protection

Use our service to remain protected against IPv6, WebRTC and DNS leaks at all times

Anonymous Browsing

Hide your real IP address with PureVPN and enjoy anonymous web browsing

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How To Check Your New IP Address

All you have to do is follow these steps:

With PureVPN turned off, visit our What Is My IP page and check your IP address.
Note down your real IP address.
Open PureVPN app/software.
Select your preferred server and hit “Connect”.
Once your VPN connection is established, refresh or revisit our What Is My IP page and check your IP address – it should be different now!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is using a VPN illegal?

Nope.

In the vast majority of countries, using a VPN is perfectly legal, and even recommended if you are working with important or sensitive information. Many large companies use VPNs to provide an encrypted connection for employees working remotely.

This question still comes up pretty often, though. The reason is that in years past many hackers and other criminals used VPNs, and so using a VPN gained an association with illegal activity. Today, VPNs are used for precisely the same reasons that hackers used them in them past: they provide a secure, anonymous, encrypted connection for all your data.

This said, if you are travelling it is worth checking if the country you are in allows you to use your VPN: it is better to be safe than sorry.

Can You Be Hacked Using a VPN?

A VPN safeguards data in transit between your device and the remote server, but you can get hacked despite its use.

PureVPN employs AES 256-bit encryption on all of its connections, which is used by governments, banks, and law enforcement agencies across the world. This means that nobody will be able to get their hands on your passwords, credit card numbers, emails, photos, etc.

Hackers are still capable getting into your computer or mobile device; all they would have to do is trick you into installing malware. That’s why we recommend using a strong antivirus program in conjunction with PureVPN.

Does a VPN Prevent Spying?

Since a VPN conceals your real Internet Protocol (IP) address with one from its servers, you can prevent third-parties like your ISP and the government from spying on you. They won’t be able to tell your real identity, what you’re up to online, and where your traffic is originating from.

Can You Put a VPN on a Smart TV?

Setting up the VPN on your home router is the easiest method to enjoy VPN-protection on all devices, including your smart TV. However, if you can access the Google Play Store, and the VPN service offers a dedicated app, you can install it directly on your smart TV as well.

Can ISP See Browsing History with VPN?

With your IP address hidden and data encrypted, you make it impossible for ISPs to see your browsing history and link those activities back to you. They will know you’re tunneling your traffic through a VPN, but they won’t be able to see what websites you’re visiting, which files you’re downloading, the services you’re using, etc.

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