Vpn application for the browser. The fastest, most convenient VPN extension for Chrome
Today, VPN abbreviation can be heard literally on every corner. Services, browser plugins and even routers with a VPN connection option are emerging. Many users use a VPN connection to access sites that are blocked in the country. Others use it to improve overall Internet security. However, most VPN users do not know how it works.
VPN technology in simple terms
VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. private network"). Let's take a closer look at this definition. We will start from the word Private, which is the main one in this term. It implies that:
The VPN connection is secure, private and is created personally for the user with the help of some virtual servers... Information passes through this server and then gets to the user without the ability to track it. It can be compared to a car hiding in a tunnel with many exits. Bystander does not see where this car is going inside the tunnel, and cannot figure out exactly where it will leave.
There is usually no need to use a VPN connection all the time. It slows down your network, so it's best to turn on your VPN before entering a site where you want to remain anonymous.
What is such a secure connection used for:
I would like to talk about whether using VPN laws Russia. In fact, of course not. And it's not even that a VPN can be used for a variety of purposes, and not just to access prohibited sites. The technology for blocking sites in Russia is not ideal. Quite recently, my provider closed access to many sites that they did not even think to prohibit, they came under attack by accident. Other users faced the same problem. In this case, VPN, although it was used to bypass the blocking, allowed access to services, including those for which people paid their money (for example, to the Playstation Network service). Maybe someday the very use of a VPN will be banned, but I hope it will not come to that. With regard to access to sites that are prohibited in our country, I in no way urge anyone to use the loopholes in the system. The purpose of this article is to educate people about VPNs, not teach them how to bypass official bans.
Video: VPN in Brief
VPN in Google Chrome
Some browsers have the option to enable VPN by default, but Google chrome is not one of them. To use a VPN connection in this browser, you need to install one of the popular custom extensions.
One of the benefits of using VPN extensions is that they don't have any special technical requirements. If it works for you google browser Chrome, VPN extensions will also work correctly.
VPN extensions for Google Chrome
There are many VPN access extensions, but they all differ in connection quality and other parameters. But before we start looking at specific extensions, let's figure out how to install them:
- After opening the browser, find and click on the icon with three horizontal stripes in the corner of the screen.
Click on the button with three bars to open the drop-down menu
- Go to the Tools or Tools section.
- Then select Extensions.
In the "Tools" section, select "Extensions"
- You will see a list of all installed extensions... Here you need to click on the "Get more" line to open the extension store.
In the extensions selection window, click on the Get more extensions button
- After selecting an extension in the store, click on the plus that appears on the right side of the page.
Click on the plus on the extension page to add it
- And confirm its addition with the "Add" button.
Click the "Add" button for the extension to be added
- The extension is installed in your browser.
ZenMate
The ZenMate browser extension offers easy access to VPN servers... V free version extensions, you can choose a server in one of four countries. If you have a paid premium account, the choice will increase to thirty. The extension requires a simple registration after being added to the browser:
This extension has only one major drawback. Servers in the free version are often overloaded, so the connection speed may not be good at all. The paid version of the extension does not have this problem, although the speed decreases, but the Internet works fine.
In the paid version of ZenMate extension, the internet speed is higher
Video: how to use the ZenMate extension
Hola VPN
The Hola service was quite popular at one time. Easy installation expansion, completely free access to the servers. But, unfortunately, the developers turned out to be not the most honest people. The fact is that the Hola service not only opened a VPN connection to the user, but also installed malware on the computer, used user traffic to DDOS attacks and had other hidden and unpleasant effects. Now the rating of this service on most sites is very low.
Hola extension has been found to be dangerous for users
Browsec
Next in line is the Browsec service. He's totally on English language... The price of the paid version is from 220 rubles per month. In the free version, you can choose a server from one of four countries, and in the paid version - from twenty-four. This extension is doing well with protecting user traffic: it hides the user's IP address, encrypts his data, and helps bypass blocking.
Installing this extension is very simple:
The downside of this extension is the complete lack of information about its developers. The entire privacy policy remains hidden, and no one guarantees that the situation with the Hola extension will not happen again here. On the other hand, so far the developers have not given any cause for alarm. This is a good free extension with no traffic limit.
An extension made by developers in Hong Kong that allows you to connect to multiple servers in a dozen countries. The price of the paid version is from 300 rubles per month. There is no Russian language. The following advantages of this service can be highlighted:
There are also disadvantages:
- from time to time the service crashes regardless of its version;
- data encryption is not performed, that is, the service allows you to bypass locks, but does not guarantee the protection of information.
This extension requires registration before use, it is extremely simple. It is enough to enter the address Email and then confirm the registration via an inbound email.
TouchVPN
This extension stands out because it is completely free. There are no subscriptions, premium versions, and the like. You just install the extension and you can use the VPN connection unlimitedly. In addition, there are more advantages:
The only disadvantages are the lack of support for the Russian language, but in the case of this expansion, this is not at all scary.
Video: how to use TouchVPN
Using a VPN is practically a necessity today. It is important to choose a reliable extension for your VPN connection, as the safety of your private information depends on it. After the correct choice has been made, the connection will be anonymous and there will be no more problems with inaccessible sites.
If you have problems with access when entering the desired site or you need to ensure the anonymity of entering some resources, then the following guide will help you bypass the blockages and quickly achieve the desired goal.
Content:
VPN is a reliable method to establish unhindered visits by the user to sites blocked in his country, while not disclosing personal data. The connection goes through a server that performs an intermediate role, and it can be located in any country in the world.
The use of VPN in phones and computers is especially popular among people who often travel, since the technology allows you to well protect personal data, as well as to ensure free access to pages that are prohibited in some countries.
"Virtual Private Network" securely encrypts the connection to Internet resources. This technology is used not only individuals, that is, ordinary users, but also organizations to protect their network from hacking, infection with virus applications, etc. In the Russian interpretation, the abbreviation of technology can be deciphered as a "virtual private network" that connects local area networks and various PCs to protect information.
It should be noted that VPN technology is legal. It is used by law-abiding users and large companies. Thanks to it, effective protection against cybercriminals is provided.
Schematically, VPN connection can be represented in the form of encrypted channels between a subscriber and servers providing Internet access.
The connection is made through an encrypted communication channel through a VPN server, that is, the technology is based on at least two components of a secure connection (channels), in order to secure data exchange with an external network (Internet). First, the traffic passes through the equipment of the Internet provider (provider) in a form encrypted with VPN technology. Secondly, the user's exit to the external network is carried out not with the IP issued by the provider, but with the address VPN server... This allows the user to be completely anonymous in the resources they visit.
The main disadvantage of the technology is a decrease in the data transfer rate, due to the need to pass traffic through an additional server.
How do I use a VPN?
VPN provides for connection to the required resource through an intermediary server using applications installed on a mobile device or PC. This connection is encrypted for security purposes and changes the user's IP to a fake one. For this purpose, it is enough to install a special extension in the Internet browser or install special utility... Some browsers, for example, "Opera" already have such an extension in their composition, so you just need to enable VPN and use it for free.
VPN browser extensions
Using already installed browser v mobile device or PC, you can bypass resource locks. The user only needs to install the most convenient extension in Yandex, Chrome, Mozilla, or activate it in Opera.
The optimal solution and "FriGate" is free for Yandex browser. Thanks to the work of this plugin, many portals blocked in the Russian Federation become available to the Russian user, and a special modification "FriGate UA" has been released for users living in Ukraine, through which blocked social networks and services Mail.ru and Yandex are opened.
To install the extension, it is recommended to use official source"Frigate.org", where you just need to click on one of the plugin modifications. Next, in the displayed store window, click "Install". After waiting for the completion of the process, it remains only to activate and use it. The activation procedure is described later in this manual.
Additional extensions are also available for the Yandex browser, which are installed through its store. To get into it, click on the "Add-ons" column in the browser menu. Then click on the virtual button "Extensions catalog".
For example, in order to install Hola VPN, you need to type its name in the search and click "Enter". After installation, the extension enable key automatically appears in the Yandex browser.
-Zenmate VPN
This extension is also available in the Yandex store and can also be used for free. After installation, the link "Try it all the same Limited" will be displayed, on which you need to click.
Then click "Choose Limited". Then pass simple registration... Ready.
For use, it only remains to enable the extension.
Let's take a look at the top three VPN extensions that are popular among Fire Fox users.
In order to install them, you will need to do the following sequential steps:
- Go to the resource "addons.mozilla.org" or click in the browser on the button of 3 bands and enter the tab "Get add-ons";
- Then click on "See more add-ons";
- Print the name of the extension selected by the user;
- Click "Enter";
- Ready. It remains only to install the VPN.
For example, to install "AnonymoX" you need to click "Add to Firefox". Then click "Install".
An additional add-on icon with an "X" symbol will be displayed in the browser, through which the plug-in is activated and configured. Unfortunately, the extension menu is not Russified, but the intuitive interface will allow users to work successfully with it, even those who have never studied English.
- Hide My IP VPN
The installation of this extension is completely identical to the previous one. First, you need to click "Add to Firefox", then "Install" and register.
After waiting for the end of the installation, the user will see the add-on icon in the Firefox toolbar. The speed of work is also similar to the above plugins and allows you to comfortably surf the Internet.
- Hoxx VPN Proxy
If the Russian-language interface is important for the user, then this extension has no problems with languages. First, you must specify the language and only then go through a simple registration.
In addition to the convenience of the Russian-language menu, this extension provides access to a significant list of gateways at a good speed.
This browser is the most convenient way to use VPN technology, as the free VPN already has its own.
To install it, you need to take the following steps:
- Click on "Menu";
- Click on "Settings";
- Then click "Security";
- Click "SurfEasy VPN";
- Click "Download for free";
- Specify operating system in your device or PC;
- Indicate the location where to save the program;
- Click "Save";
- Wait until the end of the process;
- Then go to the "Downloads" tab;
- Click "SurfEasyVPN-Installer.exe";
- Wait for the completion of the process;
- Click "Next";
- Click "I Agree";
- Wait until the end of the installation;
- Click "Finish";
- Ready.
For Opera, you can also install add-ons from third-party developers:
- Click on "Menu";
- Click "Extensions";
- Type the specific name of the extension, or just "VPN" and click "Enter";
- A significant number of plugins will be displayed, among which the user can choose any they like;
- For example, if the choice fell on "VPN.S HTTP Proxy", then by clicking on it, then you need to click on "Add to Opera";
- Wait until the end of the process. The browser will display a button to activate the installed VPN.
Despite the huge variety of extensions, it is recommended to use only time-tested plugins from large companies. Therefore, the own utility from the developers of "Opera" is the most preferable and safe option.
Below are the best VPNs for the popular Chrome browser.
friGate- To install this extension, you need to run "Chrome" and go to the address "https://fri-gate.org/ru".
After installation, an icon similar to a triangle will be displayed in the menu, through which the application is turned on and configured.
anonymoX
You should do the following:
- Enter the menu and click "Additional tools";
- Then click on "Extensions";
- In the next menu, click "More extensions";
- Type "anonymoX" and click "Enter";
- Click on "Add to Chrome" and then on "Install";
- The icon will be displayed in the toolbar;
- By clicking on "X" you can activate the VPN and configure its parameters.
Hola- This extension is installed in a completely similar way, after which a "fire" icon appears in the browser panel.
ZenMate- You can install from the resource "zenmate.com". Thanks to the russified interface, this plugin is especially popular in the Russian Federation.
After completing the installation, you can activate the VPN by clicking on the "Shield" icon.
The VPN activation procedure in different browsers has similar algorithms. Below are specific examples on the most popular internet browsers.
- Turn on vpn in Yandex browser
- Turning on "FriGate" is done by simply clicking on its icon in the upper pane of the browser.
- Next, by clicking on the flag icon, the user can select a state.
- If a setting is required, this can be done by right-clicking on the plug-in icon and then clicking on the "Settings" item.
- In the displayed menu, available manual setting list of Internet resources.
To enable Hola, you need to click on its shortcut.
To change the country, you just need to call the drop-down menu from the flag icon.
To enable Zenmate VPN, click the button in the browser tools menu and change the state if necessary.
- Connect vpn in firefox
After installing the extension, an additional add-on icon with an "X" symbol will be displayed in the browser, through which the plug-in is activated and configured. To connect the VPN, you need to change the position of the switch.
To change the country, click the button next to the flag. This extension is stable and easy to configure, but it has a relatively small list of free servers.
In order to activate the gateways in Hide My IP VPN, you only need to set the sliders of the switches to the desired position.
- Turn on vpn in opera
After installing "SurfEasy VPN", it can be quickly turned on and configured immediately. To do this, follow these steps:
- In the menu that appears after the installation, click "Continue";
- Then click "Create account";
- Select "Free";
- An icon will be displayed in the tray, through which it is very convenient to enable VPN and change your IP address.
- Turn on vpn in chrome
To enable and configure anonymoX in Chrome, you need to do the following:
- Click "X" in the browser toolbar;
- Provide an identification address;
- Set the slider to the "On" position;
- Choose a state;
- You can immediately change the server if the previous one turned out to be inoperative;
- Ready.
If the user has chosen the ZenMate extension, then you can activate the VPN by clicking on the icon in the form of a green shield and in the menu that appears, execute required settings, fortunately, that all the menu is Russified.
Which VPN should you choose for your Android or iOS (iPhone) phone?
Many VPN servers are adapted to interact with phones on Android and iOS platforms. Therefore, the answer to this question, whether VPN technology is applicable in mobile gadgets and what it is in a phone, is quite obvious. Firstly, it is applicable, and secondly, the encryption algorithms and data transfer methods are the same as when using ordinary PCs. It's just that for smartphones, its use is more relevant, since the channels often change depending on the current location of the owner of the mobile device. There are free VPN servers and paid ones, and which one to choose depends only on the desires of the person.
How to connect vpn for Android?
In order to connect and configure VPN on ANDROID:
- Open "Settings;
- Go to the "Wireless networks" tab;
- Tap on "Additional";
- In the "VPN" section, click "+";
- Information about connection protocols to these services will be displayed;
- Indicate the required connection, register;
- Ready.
The best solution to ensure your security is to use this browser extension. It is free and has many useful functions... After installing it from Google Play, the user will have access to an intuitive interface for which it is unnecessary to study the instructions in advance.
In addition to protecting the user's personal data by encryption, you can even hide your location, and all this is completely free.
- vpn Hola
An excellent solution for Android, but although this VPN is free, after installation, in-app purchases will become available to the user, and this should be paid special attention to in order to avoid unforeseen expenses.
- SuperVPN
It features a laconic design and does not contain unnecessary buttons with settings, which will especially appeal to novice users, for whom ease of use and reliability of the application are in the foreground.
How to connect VPN on iPhone?
In order to connect VPN to IPHONE, you need to do the following:
- Open "Settings";
- Enter the VPN bookmark;
- Put the switch to the "On" position;
- Click "add configuration";
- Set the view "IKEv2", "IPSec" or "L2TP" and enable the configuration;
- Specify network data and register;
- Tap Done.
How to set up vpn for Windows computer?
Follow these steps:
- "Start";
- "Control Panel";
- Go to the "Network and Internet" tab;
- Click “Set up a new subkey. or networks ";
- Click "Connect to a workplace" and then follow the requirements of the installation wizard.
In a PC on Windows 7 and 10, the process is not at all complicated. You will need to click the connection icon in the tray and find the name of the VPN network in the list of connections. Once it is highlighted, the Connect key will be displayed. You need to click on it and then set the settings that are important to the user.
In the case of a PC on Windows XP, you must do the following:
- "Start";
- "Control Panel";
- "New Connection Wizard";
- Check the box “Connect to the network at work place”;
- Click "Next";
- Click "Connect to VPN";
- Then follow the instructions of the wizard.
In a Windows 8 PC, the developers have automated the procedure. It consists of several steps:
- Summon context menu from the icon in the form of a monitor located in the tray;
- "Center for Managing Networks and Common Access";
- "Creating a new connection or network";
- Follow the instructions of the wizard.
Vpn programs
Among the multitude VPN programs for a computer, the following are especially popular among most users:
- Hola VPN;
- ZenMate;
- OpenVPN;
- hide.me VPN;
- HideGuard VPN;
- Psiphon;
- VPN Unlimited;
- Betternet;
- Hotspot Shield;
- CyberGhost VPN;
- TunnelBear.
The installation and configuration procedures for some of them have already been described above in this manual, but as for the rest of the utilities, their installation is almost identical and usually does not cause problems even for novice users.
VPN ban in Russia, what is the threat to us?
We now have a law banning the use of blocking bypass tools.
For bypassing the locks, the Russian user is not in danger.
Roskomnadzor provides for measures only for sites that provide users with access to prohibited pages.
Restrictions will not apply to departments, government agencies and some companies, since it is required to maintain the safety of their employees in the global network.
There is no ban on the use of VPN for users yet. You can use methods to bypass locks without breaking anything, that is, doing it is absolutely legal. For example, apply 2 VPNs at once. To do this, enter the 1st, which did not fall under the sanctions of Roskomnadzor, and from it enter the 2nd, which has access to the resource required by the user. Thus, the 1st VPN will not determine which resource the user is striving for, which means that it will not block access. As for the second, he will not be able to identify a user from the Russian Federation (after all, he will click on the flag of another country in the settings), and will also not block access to the resource. Moreover, even when both the 1st and 2nd servers unquestioningly follow the letter of the new Russian law, that is, the user will freely visit the page he wants.
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In addition to partial anonymity, when using a VPN extension, it is possible to access blocked sites in your own country. But as elsewhere, there are also disadvantages, including the speed of the Internet connection, depending on the distance of the country to which the server is connected.
Program or extension
For use, you can use both specialized utilities and browser extensions. Here, the whole choice lies in the personal desire of each user. In specialized utilities there are a lot of different settings, and extensions are designed to be used in "one click". Let's consider all the options in more detail.
In order to use the VPN extension, you need to find and install it:
Method 1: Unlimited Free VPN - Hola
One of the most popular free extensions, due to its simplicity, it is used by many Internet users. Traffic is encrypted here, and all data is cached in order to increase the speed of the Internet connection and transmission over the network. In simple language- the more users in your region who use this extension, the faster the connection speed will be. One of the advantages is the large number of servers.
Usage:
Method 2: Touch VPN
Free extension, but only 4 servers: Canada, USA, Denmark and France. Due to the fact that there are fewer countries, the connection speed will accordingly be lower if a large number of people connect to one server.
Usage:
Method 3: TunnelBear VPN
Using this extension, you will get a safe and fast surfing experience. Servers are located in one of 15 countries. To use this extension, you need to create a free account, which is given 500 MB of traffic per month.
Usage:
Method 4: VPN from HideMy
The governments of Ukraine, Russia and other countries are increasingly blocking access to certain Internet resources. Suffice it to recall the register of prohibited sites of the Russian Federation and the blocking of Russian social networks and a number of other Runet resources. It is not surprising that users are increasingly looking for a vpn browser extension that allows you to bypass bans and increase privacy while surfing. A complete and high-quality VPN service is almost always paid, but there are some pleasant exceptions. We will consider them in this article.
Free VPN browser extensions
Full functionality in most of the extensions listed below is only available in paid versions. However, free versions of such extensions are also suitable for bypassing site blocking and increasing the level of privacy while surfing. Let's take a closer look at the best free VPN browser extensions.
Hotspot shield
Users are offered a paid and free version of Hotspot Shield
One of the most popular VPN extensions. There is a paid version and a free one, with some limited features.
Advantages:
- effective bypass of blocking sites;
- one-click activation;
- there is no advertising;
- no registration required;
- no traffic restrictions;
- large selection of proxy servers in different countries ah (PRO version, the free selection is limited to a few countries).
Disadvantages:
- the free version has a limited list of servers: only the USA, France, Canada, Denmark and the Netherlands.
Browsers: Google Chrome, Chromium, Firefox 56.0 and higher.
SkyZip Proxy
SkyZip Proxy is available on Google Chrome, Chromium and Firefox
SkyZip uses a network of high-performance proxy servers NYNEX and is positioned as a utility for compressing content and speeding up page loading, as well as providing anonymous surfing. For a number of objective reasons, a significant acceleration in loading web pages can be felt only at a connection speed of less than 1 Mbps, however, SkyZip Proxy copes well with bypassing bans.
A significant advantage of the utility is that there is no need for additional settings... After installation, the extension itself determines the optimal servers for traffic redirection and performs all the necessary manipulations. You can enable / disable SkyZip Proxy with a single click on the extension icon. Green icon - the utility is enabled. The gray icon is disabled.
Advantages:
- effective one-click blocking bypass;
- acceleration of page loading;
- traffic compression up to 50% (including images - up to 80%, due to the use of "compact" WebP format);
- no need for additional settings;
- work "on wheels", all the functionality of SkyZip is available immediately after installing the extension.
Disadvantages:
- download acceleration is felt only at ultra-low network connection speeds (up to 1 Mbps);
- not supported by many browsers.
Initially, the extension for Firefox was supported, however, unfortunately, later the developer refused to support it.
TouchVPN
One of the disadvantages of TouchVPN is the limited number of countries where the server is hosted.
Like the vast majority of other participants in our ranking, the TouchVPN extension is offered to users in the form of free and paid versions. Unfortunately, the list of countries is limited physical location servers. There are four countries to choose from: USA and Canada, France and Denmark.
Advantages:
- no traffic restrictions;
- choice of different countries of the virtual location (although the choice is limited to four countries).
Disadvantages:
- a limited number of countries where the servers are located (USA, France, Denmark, Canada);
- although the developer does not impose restrictions on the amount of data transferred, these restrictions are imposed on their own: the speed is significantly affected by the total load on the system and the number of users simultaneously using it *.
We are talking primarily about active users using the server of your choice. When you change the server, the speed of loading web pages can also change, for the better or for the worse.
Browsers: Google Chrome, Chromium.
TunnelBear VPN
Advanced feature set available in paid version of TunnelBear VPN
One of the most popular VPN services. Written by TunnelBear programmers, the extension offers a choice of a list of servers geographically located in 15 countries. To work, you just need to download and install the TunnelBear VPN extension and register on the developer's website.
Advantages:
Browsers: Google Chrome, Chromium.
Browsec VPN for Firefox and Yandex Browser
Browsec VPN is easy to use and requires no additional configuration
One of the simplest free browser solutions from Yandex and Firefox, however, the page loading speed leaves much to be desired. Works with Firefox (version 55.0 or higher), Chrome and Yandex Browser.
Advantages:
- ease of use;
- no need for additional settings;
- traffic encryption.
Disadvantages:
- low page loading speed;
- there is no possibility of choosing the country of the virtual location.
Browsers: Firefox, Chrome / Chromium, Yandex Browser.
Hola VPN servers are located in 15 countries
Hola VPN is fundamentally different from other similar extensions, although the difference is not noticeable to the user. The service is free and has a number of significant advantages. Unlike competing extensions, it functions as a distributed peer-to-peer network in which computers and gadgets of other system participants play the role of routers.
Advantages:
- a choice of servers, physically located in 15 states;
- the service is free;
- there are no restrictions on the amount of transmitted data;
- using computers of other system participants as routers.
Disadvantages:
- using computers of other system participants as routers;
- limited number of supported browsers.
One of the advantages is also the main disadvantage of the extension. In particular, the developers of the utility were accused of having vulnerabilities and selling traffic.
ZenMate VPN requires registration
Not bad free service to bypass blocking sites and improve security when surfing the global network.
Advantages:
- there are no restrictions on the speed and volume of transmitted data;
- automatic activation of a secure connection when entering the corresponding resources.
Disadvantages:
- registration is required on the ZenMate VPN developer website;
- small selection of countries of the virtual location.
The choice of countries is limited, but for most users, the "gentlemen's set" offered by the developer is quite enough.
Browsers: Google Chrome, Chromium, Yandex.
Free VPN in Opera Browser
VPN is available in browser settings
By and large, the VPN use case described in this paragraph is not an extension, since the function of creating a secure VPN connection is already built into the browser. Enabling / disabling the VPN option is done in the browser settings, "Settings" - "Security" - "Enable VPN". You can also enable and disable the service with a single click on the VPN icon in the Opera address bar.
Advantages:
- work "on wheels", immediately after installing the browser and without the need to download and install a separate extension;
- free VPN service from the browser developer;
- lack of subscription;
- no need for additional settings.
Disadvantages:
- the function is not sufficiently developed, so from time to time there may be small problems with bypassing the blocking of certain websites.
Browsers: Opera.
Please note that the free extensions listed on our list may not meet the needs of all users. Truly high-quality VPN services are never completely free. If you feel that none of the listed options suit you, try the paid versions of the extensions.
As a rule, they are offered with a test period and, in some cases, with the possibility of a refund within 30 days. We've covered just a few of the popular free and shareware VPN extensions. If you wish, you can easily find other extensions on the network to bypass site blocking.
VPN technology provides an encrypted Internet connection to sites, games and other Internet resources through an intermediary server that can be physically located almost anywhere in the world. Thus, the user can use the Internet anonymously, hiding the true data of his site (IP address, PC, operating system, etc.).
This article will show you how to enable and configure VPN for Yandex Browser. It is worth noting that it will only have a local effect - to protect the network channel directly in this browser, but in other browsers, applications will not.
In Yandex Browser, VPN is connected using special extensions (add-ons). They can be found and downloaded in the following way:
1. Open the Yandex menu (the "three stripes" button).
2. Click on the "Add-ons" section.
3. Scroll down the page with addon panels. And then click the "Extension Catalog ..." button.
4. On the opened page of the store, in the search box, type - "VPN".
In the drop-down snippet with tips, and then in the search results (after pressing the "Enter" key), you will see a lot of add-ons that carry out a network connection via VPN.
In this article, we'll take a closer look at how to use the most popular extensions.
This is a shareware plugin. Has an advanced and at the same time easy-to-use interface. Performs a reliable, secure connection through a proxy server with virtually no loss of speed. It does not contain any restrictions in terms of access: you can view videos and pictures, listen to audio recordings. It has its own database of powerful, reliably protected proxy servers that ensure complete privacy of user data (visit history, requests, etc.). Completely changes the geolocation of a site (geographic location) and IP address. According to statistics, over 34 million users use it. The addon is cross-platform and available in the Firefox and Google Chrome extension stores.
Find the add-on through the search option and click the "Add ..." button on its page.
Attention! The extensions described below are connected in the same way.
After activation, click the ZenMate button. On first launch, it prompts you to register to use the trial version of the premium account with advanced settings.
Enter your username (e-mail) and password, and then click "Register".
To access the customization panel, click on the add-on icon again.
In the drop-down window, you can select another proxy server, completely disable VPN. And also set the parameters of other options (link "Settings").
An effective solution for ensuring the security of an Internet connection and bypassing various IP blocking (geolocation, address mask, censorship, etc.). It has an intuitive control system that even a novice user can easily cope with.
After starting, a tab will open in the browser with visual bookmarks to the most popular websites in your area. You can click any preview and quickly go to your favorite site over a secure connection.
General settings add-ons are opened by clicking on its button in the Yandex panel.
In this window, you can change the proxy connection (select a different country), speed up the download of video streaming, enable the anti-banner.
The "classic" proxy format is not only for Yandex.Browser, but also for Opera. Successfully "overcomes" blocking of social networks, executed by system administrators on educational, office PCs. Provides a stable connection.
After the first launch of the extension, a tab will open with a proposal to activate the premium profile. You can ignore it - close it and get to work. The free version of Browsec contains all the basic VPN features.
To change the proxy, just click on the extension button and then click on the "Change" option. After these actions, the country flag will change.
Also on this panel you can disable the addon and log in to the system profile (if you have one).
How can I test VPN operation?
This can be done as follows:
- Disable the VPN addon in your browser.
- Go to search engine Yandex and make a request - "IP" (without quotes).
- The first block will display the true IP of your computer. Remember it.
- Enable VPN addon.
- Make a request for Yandex (IP) again. The address should already be displayed different (not yours, but the connected proxy).
If you want to know more detailed information about the IP-address of the proxy server through which you are connecting, under the address, in the search engine issue block, follow the link "Find out about your connection".
Safe for you on the global web!