{"id":3135,"date":"2023-08-15T15:30:05","date_gmt":"2023-08-15T15:30:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=3135"},"modified":"2025-10-02T18:52:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T18:52:57","slug":"prevent-wi-fi-not-working-with-a-vpn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/prevent-wi-fi-not-working-with-a-vpn\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Guide: How to Fix Wi-Fi Not Working With a VPN?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are many practical and even good philosophical reasons that can justify why people spend money on a reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/choose-a-vpn-in-2021\/\">virtual private network<\/a> (VPN) connection.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, if you are a firm believer of your right to your personal privacy, then you would understand the importance of this service.<\/p>\n<p>You probably do not like the idea of being watched and cataloged by authorities based on your online activities.<\/p>\n<p>What will you do when your WiFi is getting disconnected frequently whenever you use this service?<\/p>\n<p>If your WiFi gets disconnected when connected to VPN, it may prevent you from completing important tasks.<\/p>\n<p>As such, we\u2019ve compiled a list of solutions that will help you resolve this issue.<\/p>\n<p>Keep on reading to know what you should do when your wireless Internet\u2019s getting disconnected due to VPN problems.<\/p>\n<h2>Experiencing a Slower Internet Connection with VPN Active<\/h2>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">It is perfectly normal to experience a slower Internet connection when your VPN service is active<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>However, if you start to notice that the speed is a lot slower than the usual, then it is possible that there are other factors that might be affecting your computer\u2019s efficiency. In this case, we recommend using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/go\/blog_auslogics_fromarticles\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/downloads\/?ref=prevent-wi-fi-not-working-with-a-vpn\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This reliable tool will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/cleanup\/\">c<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/cleanup\/\">lean out junk files<\/a>, restore system stability, and improve your computer\u2019s speed.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s more, it reinforces your privacy protection by eliminating traces of your online activities and safeguarding your sensitive personal information.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>On the other hand, if the problem lies within your <a href=\"https:\/\/thenewstack.io\/ns1-shows-how-dns-technology-can-speed-vpn-connections\/\">VPN connection<\/a>, you will experience the following symptoms:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You notice that you\u2019re not connected to the wireless network. You would then have to look at the list of available networks and re-connect to one of them.<\/li>\n<li>You would have to turn on the wireless card by pressing a button on your keyboard.<\/li>\n<li>You notice that the wireless network and VPN connection are still active, but you cannot access the Internet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/auslogics-boostspeed-13-get-your-pc-in-shape\/\">Speed Up Slow Computer as a Pro \u2013 Introducing Auslogics BoostSpeed 13<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How to Fix WiFi Not Working with VPN<\/h2>\n<h3>Method 1: Re-configuring your VPN connection<\/h3>\n<p>If you have let <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astrill.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">your VPN service<\/a> use the default gateway of the remote network, it may cause Internet connectivity issues.<\/p>\n<p>Such configuration cancels what has been specified in your TCP\/IP as the default gateway setting.<\/p>\n<p>In this case, you would simply have to reconfigure your VPN connection by following the instructions below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Click the <em>Search<\/em> icon on the tray.<\/li>\n<li>Type <code>settings<\/code>, then hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <em>Network and Internet<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Click <em>Change Adapter Options<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">If you\u2019re running Windows 11, open the Start menu, select the search bar, type <code>Network<\/code>, and click <em>View Network Connections.<\/em><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<ul>\n<li>In the Network Connections window, you will see all available connections, including WiFi, LAN, and VPN.<\/li>\n<li>Right-click VPN Connection, then select <em>Properties<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Once you\u2019ve opened the <em>Properties<\/em> window, go to the <em>Networking<\/em> tab.<\/li>\n<li>Select <em>Internet Protocol Version 4<\/em>, then click <em>Properties<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Advanced.webp\" alt=\"Re-configure your VPN connection to prevent Wi-Fi not working with a VPN.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose <em>Advanced<\/em> and make sure that the <em>Use default gateway on remote network<\/em>\u00a0option is deselected.<\/li>\n<li>Close the windows, then check if the problem has been resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Alternatively, you can use PowerShell to disable the VPN\u2019s default gateway. With that said, follow the instructions below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Right-click the Windows Key.<\/li>\n<li>Choose <em>Windows PowerShell (admin)<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>In the <em>PowerShell<\/em> window, type the commands below:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Get-VpnConnection\r\nSet-VpnConnection -Name \u201cmyVPN\u201d -SplitTunneling $True<\/pre>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read<\/strong>: <a class=\"post-item__header-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/5-reasons-to-start-using-a-vpn-as-soon-as-possible\/\">\u201cDo I Need a VPN?\u201d Main Benefits of Using a VPN<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 2: Deleting then reinstalling the VPN connection<\/h3>\n<p>It is possible that the VPN software has been corrupted \u2013 that\u2019s why your WiFi is getting disconnected frequently.<\/p>\n<p>In this case, it would be advisable to delete the VPN network connection, then install it again. Simply follow the steps below.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Uninstalling the VPN software:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Click the Search icon on the tray.<\/li>\n<li>Type <code>device manager<\/code>, then hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Once the <em>Device Manager<\/em> window is open, expand the contents of <em>Network Adapters<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Look for the VPN adapter you wish to delete, then right-click it.<\/li>\n<li>A shortcut menu will appear. Choose <em>Uninstall Device<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>A prompt will appear, warning that <em>you\u2019re about to uninstall this device from your system.<\/em> \u00a0Give your consent and wait until the uninstallation process is complete.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If the VPN is a standalone software program, follow these steps to uninstall it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Launch the Start menu, type <code>control panel<\/code><em>,<\/em>\u00a0and click on <em>Control Panel<\/em> in the results.<\/li>\n<li>After the <em>Control Panel<\/em> window appears, select <em>Uninstall<\/em> <em>a Program<\/em> under the <em>Programs<\/em> category.<\/li>\n<li>Scroll through the list of programs to find the VPN application.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the app and select <em>Uninstall<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Follow the prompts to remove the software application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Method 3: Re-installing the VPN software<\/h3>\n<p>It is likely for you to get custom software when you subscribe to a VPN service.<\/p>\n<p>You simply have to download the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to add the program to your computer. On the other hand, you can use the <a href=\"https:\/\/windowsloop.com\/using-windows-vpn-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">built-in VPN client<\/a> in the Windows operating system.<\/p>\n<p>With that said, follow the steps below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Click the Search option from the icon tray.<\/li>\n<li>Type <code>settings<\/code>, then press <code>Enter<\/code> on your keyboard.<\/li>\n<li>Select <em>Network &amp; Internet<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Go to the left bar menu, then click <em>VPN<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Click <em>Add a VPN Connection<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure that you choose the \u2018Windows (built-in)\u2019 option from the VPN provider drop-down list. This sets VPN Type<em> to <\/em>Automatic as well as Type of Sign-in Info to Username and Password.<\/li>\n<li>Fill out the Connection Name and Server Name or Address areas. You can get the details from your VPN provider.<\/li>\n<li>Scroll down and enter your username and password.<\/li>\n<li>Click Save, then close the Settings window.<\/li>\n<li>Click the WiFi symbol on the menu icon tray. You should be able to see the VPN connection you have just created.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">If you are reinstalling a VPN software program, make sure you find and install the app\u2019s updated version.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/choose-a-vpn-in-2021\/\">How to Choose VPN: Best Free VPN for Windows 10 PC<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 4: Updating your Windows operating system<\/h3>\n<p>You may find it annoying whenever Microsoft rolls out updates for your Windows operating system. However, these updates can fix bugs and errors, including the ones related to the problem making sure you can\u2019t connect to VPN on WiFi .<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Click the Search icon.<\/li>\n<li>Inside the Search box, type <code>settings<\/code>, then hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Inside the <em>Settings<\/em> window, click <em>Update and Security<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <em>Check for Updates<\/em>. This should allow you to see if there are pending updates you have to install.<\/li>\n<li>Allow your Windows system to install available updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Update-your-OS.webp\" alt=\"Install available updates to prevent Wi-Fi not working with a VPN.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/do-i-need-manually-check-for-win10-updates\/\">Ultimate Guide: How to Manually Check and Install Windows Updates<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 5: Change your DNS settings<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows-server\/networking\/dns\/dns-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Domain Name Systems<\/a> servers help computers &#8211; especially browsers &#8211; to connect alphanumeric website names to their correct IP addresses. Most devices use the default DNS provided by ISPs.<\/p>\n<p>These DNS services often conflict with VPN servers or might be scrambled at the time you are facing a connection problem. Your VPN might also alter your computer\u2019s DNS settings as it may switch to using its default DNS servers in resolving domain names.<\/p>\n<p>You can manually change your DNS settings (and that of your VPN) to allow your device to use a more reliable server like Google\u2019s. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Start<\/em> menu, type <code>Network<\/code>, and click <em>View network connections.<\/em><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click your active connection (WiFi, LAN, Ethernet, or VPN) and select <em>Properties<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Under the <em>Networking<\/em> tab, go to the section below <em>This connection uses the following items:<\/em><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Find and choose<em> Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP\/IPv4)<\/em> and select <em>Properties<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wi-Fi-properties-Windows-10.webp\" alt=\"Wi-Fi properties Windows 10\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Check the radio button associated with <em>Use the following DNS server addresses.<\/em><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Enter these parameters to use Google\u2019s DNS:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">For Preferred DNS: 8.8.8.8 \r\nFor Alternate DNS: 8.8.4.4<\/pre>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <em>OK<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once you return to your network\u2019s Properties dialogue, left-click <em>Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP\/IPv6)<\/em> and choose the <em>Properties<\/em> button under it. This time, enter these parameters after selecting the <em>Use the following DNS server addresses<\/em>\u00a0button:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">For Preferred DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8888 \r\nFor Alternate DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8844<\/pre>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>OK<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Flush your DNS cache<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your computer\u2019s DNS cache may also be affected when your VPN alters your system\u2019s DNS settings.\u00a0 The cache is where Windows stores resolved domain name information so that it doesn\u2019t have to go through the DNS server to resolve the same domain names.<\/p>\n<p>Since the VPN routes your traffic through its servers, primarily through different locations, the DNS cache may begin to contain conflicting information that may affect how you connect to the Internet.<\/p>\n<p>This could explain why the VPN causes the internet to stop working on your computer.<\/p>\n<p>You can resolve the issue in this case by clearing the DNS cache. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <code>command<\/code>\u00a0in the <em>Start<\/em> menu and click <em>Run as Administrator<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Run-Command-Prompt-as-Admin.webp\" alt=\"Run Command Prompt as Admin\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>Yes<\/em> in the UAC dialog.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">When the <em>Command Prompt<\/em> window launches, type <code>ipconfig \/flushdns<\/code>\u00a0and press <code>Enter<\/code> to flush your PC\u2019s DNS cache.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-fix-dns-server-unavailable-error-in-windows-11\/\">[FIXED] \u201cYour DNS Server Might Be Unavailable\u201d Error On Windows 11<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 6: Change your power savings settings<\/h3>\n<p>Your power settings can impact your internet connection and disrupt your VPN. If you\u2019re using a laptop, your battery-saver feature may choose to kill off some apps it deems to be inactive.<\/p>\n<p>Since VPN programs run in the background, they might be deactivated once the power-saving feature kicks in.<\/p>\n<p>So, your \u201c VPN not working on WiFi \u201d or \u201c VPN affecting internet connection \u201d issue may, in fact, be a power problem.<\/p>\n<p>You can resolve the issue by deactivating any power-saving protocol you have in place.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re running Windows 11, go to the bottom right corner of your desktop (System Tray) and click on your battery icon. Now, click the Battery Saver button to toggle it off.<\/p>\n<p>If you use a Windows 10 computer, click on the battery icon and drag the Performance Mode slider to Best Performance.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, you can use the Control Panel to <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/change-the-power-mode-for-your-windows-pc-c2aff038-22c9-f46d-5ca0-78696fdf2de8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">tweak your power settings<\/a>. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the <em>Start<\/em> menu, type <code>control panel<\/code>,\u00a0and click on <em>Control Panel<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the top right corner of the <em>Control Panel<\/em> window and select <em>Large Icon<\/em>s in the <em>View by<\/em>\u00a0drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Adjust-your-computers-settings-1.webp\" alt=\"Go to the top right corner of the <em>Control Panel<\/em> window and select <em>Large Icon<\/em>s in the <em>View by<\/em> drop-down menu \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <em>Power Options<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/All-Control-Panel-Items-1-1.png\" alt=\"Click on <em>Power Options<\/em> \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Power Options<\/em> window\u2019s left side and click <em>Create a Power Plan<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Create-a-power-plan-Windows-10-1.png\" alt=\"Go to the <em>Power Options<\/em> window\u2019s left side and click <em>Create a Power Plan<\/em> \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <em>High Performance<\/em> and click on <em>Next<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/high-performance-power-plan-Windows-10.webp\" alt=\"Select <em>High Performance<\/em> and click on <em>Next<\/em> \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Choose your power settings on the next page and click the <em>Create<\/em> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/change-settings-for-the-power-plan.webp\" alt=\"Choose your power settings on the next page and click the <em>Create<\/em> button \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native top\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">To further optimize your PC's performance, consider using  <a href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a> . This powerful tool helps clean up junk files, optimize system settings, and improve overall speed. With Auslogics BoostSpeed, you can enhance your computer's efficiency and ensure smooth operation.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group top\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-cant-access-complete-power-options\/\">[FIXED] \u201cThere are Currently No Power Options Available\u201d Windows Issue<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Method 7: Kill your VPN kill switch<\/h3>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/cybernews.com\/what-is-vpn\/vpn-kill-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">VPN kill switch<\/a> is a crucial privacy and security feature often found in modern and advanced VPN applications.\u00a0 Since VPNs shield your online activities from potential prying eyes, you may be left exposed and vulnerable once the secure connection disconnects abruptly and you continue browsing with your default network. The VPN kill switch is designed to prevent this exposure.<\/p>\n<p>It immediately activates and severs your device\u2019s internet connection whenever your VPN connection suddenly drops. That way, you won\u2019t transmit data over potentially insecure networks.<\/p>\n<p>Think of it as a safety net. The kill switch may be an easy explanation as to why VPN makes the Internet not work on your system.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, the VPN promptly goes back online when the connection drops. However, the internet connection may not return if the kill switch is active.\u00a0 So, turn off the feature to confirm if it\u2019s the cause of the VPN problem .<\/p>\n<h2>Fix Other Network Issues with VPN Not Connecting on WiFi<\/h2>\n<p>You have to consider the possibility that the \u201c VPN not connecting on WiFi \u201d problem may not be connected to your VPN. Your computer\u2019s network infrastructure, WiFi service, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techtarget.com\/whatis\/definition\/ISP-Internet-service-provider\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">ISP<\/a> may be having issues and causing your connection to drop.<\/p>\n<p>First, you can confirm whether your internet connection is the problem by connecting your device to another network and using the VPN server.<\/p>\n<p>Installing the VPN application on another computer can also help you confirm whether the problem is associated with your PC\/network. We\u2019ll go through different troubleshooting methods you can employ to fix network issues on your computer.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Fix 1: Power cycle your network device<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you use a router or modem, start by restarting it alongside your computer. This process helps clear issues with each device\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-clear-ram-and-reduce-ram-usage-in-windows-10\/\">RAM <\/a>and glitchy software.\u00a0 Unplug the device from its power source and shut down your computer. Wait for a few minutes and turn your devices back on.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Fix 2: Update your modem\u2019s or router\u2019s firmware<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Your router\u2019s native software program (firmware) typically updates itself whenever there is a new version. These updates are deployed to fix bugs, add new features, and improve functionality. If your router or modem hasn\u2019t been updated in a while, head to the device\u2019s dashboard and try installing its latest software.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-keep-your-software-up-to-date\/\">How to Keep Your Software Up to Date<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Fix 3: Prevent your firewall and antivirus from blocking the VPN\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>You may be unable to use the internet if your antivirus or firewall program is blocking the VPN application. These security programs often block apps they consider threats, especially if they want to alter your internet connection or IP address.<\/p>\n<p>To stop your antivirus from blocking the VPN application, you have to add the VPN as an exclusion. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Expand the system tray and click the White or Blue shield to open the Windows Security app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Prevent-your-firewall-and-antivirus-from-blocking-the-vpn-.webp\" alt=\"Prevent your firewall and antivirus from blocking the vpn\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <em>Virus &amp; Threat Protection<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-10-Security-at-a-Glance.webp\" alt=\"Click on <em>Virus &amp; Threat Protection<\/em> \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll through the page and click on <em>Manage Settings<\/em> under <em>Virus &amp; Threat Protection Settings<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Virus-and-Threat-Protection-Settings-Windows-10.webp\" alt=\"Scroll through the page and click on <em>Manage Settings<\/em> under <em>Virus &amp; Threat Protection Settings<\/em> \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll through the next page and click <em>Add or remove exclusions.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Windows-Security-add-or-remove-excusions.webp\" alt=\"Scroll through the next page and click <em>Add or remove exclusions<\/em> \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Navigate to the program folder of the VPN and select it.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on Select <em>Folder<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You may also have to allow the VPN through your firewall to grant it access to your computer\u2019s network infrastructure. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open <em>Windows Security<\/em> and click on <em>Firewall &amp; Network Protection.<\/em><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down and select <em>Allow an app through firewall.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Allow-an-app-through-firewall.-.webp\" alt=\"Scroll down and select <em>Allow an app through firewall<\/em> \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select the <em>Change Settings<\/em> button in the <em>Allowed Applications<\/em> dialog window. Make sure you\u2019re using the admin account on the computer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Allow-apps-to-communicate-through-Windows-Defender-Firewall-1.png\" alt=\"Select the <em>Change Settings<\/em> button in the <em>Allowed Applications<\/em> dialog window. Make sure you\u2019re using the admin account on the computer \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, click the <em>Allow Another App<\/em> button in the bottom right corner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Add-an-app-to-allowed-applications.webp\" alt=\"Click the <em>Allow Another App<\/em> button in the bottom right corner \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click the <em>Browse<\/em> option next to <em>Path<\/em> and navigate to the VPN application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Allowed-applications-Windows-10-1.png\" alt=\"Click the <em>Browse<\/em> option next to <em>Path<\/em> and navigate to the VPN application \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>OK<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Release and renew your IP address<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your router or network assigns your computer an Internet Protocol address through a <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows-server\/networking\/technologies\/dhcp\/dhcp-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">DHCP<\/a> lease. Your computer is essentially leased the IP for a limited period and may be given another IP address automatically, depending on the situation.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, your router or the DHCP server may assign conflicting IPs, causing internet connection problems, especially when you use a VPN. You can resolve this problem by getting a new IP address for your PC. These steps will show you how to do that:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open <em>Start<\/em>, type <code>command prompt<\/code>\u00a0and select <em>Run as Administrator<\/em> on the right.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Run-Command-Prompt-as-Admin-1.webp\" alt=\"Run Command Prompt as Administrator\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>Yes<\/em> in the UAC dialog.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">When the <em>Command Prompt<\/em> window launches, type <code>ipconfig \/release<\/code>, and press <code>Enter<\/code> to release your PC\u2019s current IP address.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Command-Prompt-ipconfigrelease.webp\" alt=\"Command Prompt ipconfig:release\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Allow the command to complete, as it might take a few seconds.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once Windows releases the IP, go to the next command line, type <code>ipconfig \/renew<\/code>, and press <code>Enter<\/code> to request a new IP address.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Command-Prompt-ipconfigrenew.webp\" alt=\"Type in ipconfig\/renew\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You will see your new IP address information in the Command Prompt once the process completes successfully.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/speed-up-internet\/\">Boost Internet on Your PC: Tips on How to Speed Up Your Internet Connection<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019d love to hear your thoughts! Comment below what you think about our solutions!<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-box\"><div class=\"faq-box__tabs\"><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-1\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-1\"><span>Why is my VPN not working?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"> Your VPN might not work for various reasons, such as malfunctioning VPN servers, firewall interference, blocked VPN ports, wrong VPN protocols, bad internet connection, and geographical and ISP restrictions.<\/div>\r\n<\/div> <div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-2\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-2\"><span> Do I need a VPN on a mobile network?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"><\/p>\n<p>There are VPN services and applications for mobile devices. They offer the same security and privacy benefits users enjoy on desktop devices.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you need a VPN on your mobile device depends on your preference. You can use a reliable mobile VPN service to protect and secure your online activities or access geographically restricted websites.<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-3\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-3\"><span> Why do VPNs slow down my Internet?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"><\/p>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, it\u2019s perfectly normal to experience slower-than-normal speeds when connected to a VPN. That\u2019s because the VPN initiates different processes before linking your device to the Internet.<\/p>\n<p>It encrypts your data and internet traffic and then routes the information through a remote and secure server.<\/p>\n<p>According to CloudFlare, things like Encryption, travel time, and server load can drop the speed of your internet connection.<\/p>\n<p>However, other factors can further slow down your connection when you use a VPN. These include your device\u2019s performance, background processes, and ISP throttling.<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-4\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-4\"><span> Why do some websites not work with VPN?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\"><\/p>\n<p>Some websites prohibit VPN servers and ban IP addresses they believe are associated with such servers.<\/p>\n<p>So, you may be unable to access these websites using VPNs on their denylist. The location of the VPN server you\u2019re using might also be banned from accessing the website.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, some VPN networks blacklist websites they deem unsafe.<\/p>\n<p>You can turn off the safety or threat protection feature in the VPN to prevent it from blocking sites you believe are safe to visit.<\/div>\r\n<\/div> <\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your WiFi not working with a VPN? Don&#8217;t worry. In this guide, we&#8217;ll show you a detailed way of resolving the problem permanently. Go through the various solutions and choose the one that best works for you. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":77,"featured_media":18729,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[851,819,827,883,811,835,813,849],"tags":[163,63,23,109,121,133,619],"class_list":["post-3135","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-device-security","category-how-tos","category-internet","category-network-errors","category-optimization","category-privacy-protection","category-security","category-threats","tag-monitor-issues","tag-firewalls","tag-pc-diagnostics","tag-pc-performance","tag-vpn","tag-wi-fi","tag-windows-tweaks"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Ultimate Guide: How to Fix Wi-Fi Not Working With a VPN? &#8212; Auslogics Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Sometimes, when your VPN is on, you may experience connection issues. 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