Setup and use


 

How to install a VPN on MX Linux

Please note that we only officially support Linux on Debian, Ubuntu, and Fedora. Reports indicate that our Linux app works on MX Linux, but support for this distribution may be limited. 1. Our DEB package will install the Proton VPN repository on your system This package contains the repository configuration […]

 

How to install a VPN on Kali Linux

Please note that we only officially support Linux on Debian, Ubuntu, and Fedora. Reports indicate that our Linux app works on Kali, but support for this distribution may be limited. 1. Download our DEB package to install our repository This package contains the repository configuration and keys that are required […]

 

How to use the old (v3) Linux CLI

At present, the offical Proton VPN Linux doesn’t support a command line tool. If you need a CLI, you can still use our old (v3) CLI tool. How to install the v3 Linux CLI Debian-based distros If you have the official (v4) Linux app installed on your system, you must first […]

 

How to install a VPN on Debian

1. Get the Proton VPN repository setup DEB package This package contains the repository configuration and keys that are required to install the Proton VPN app. Download the Proton VPN DEB package 2. Install the Proton VPN repository Double-click the downloaded DEB package to install the repository using your default […]

 

How to set up the InvizBox 2 with your Proton VPN account

By setting up Proton VPN on your router, you can provide VPN protection to all your internet-connected devices. While there are many routers that provide this possibility, the setup process can be complicated. We have therefore partnered with InvizBox to create a router specifically for Proton VPN. The InvizBox for […]

 

How to watch Peacock with Proton VPN

Launched in 2020, Peacock is a streaming service that features content from the NBC network (the name “Peacock” comes from the colorful NBC logo). The service primarily features series and film content from NBCUniversal studios and other third-party content providers, including television series, films, news, and sports programming.  All you […]

 

How to use NetShield Ad-blocker

NetShield Ad-blocker is a feature that protects your device and speeds up your browsing by blocking ads, trackers, and malware. When enabled, it offers you two levels of protection: NetShield Ad-blocker is available to everyone on a paid Proton VPN plan and can be enabled on any device: Get Proton […]

 

How to use Proton VPN on Linux

The official Proton VPN Linux app lets you protect your Linux devices with Proton VPN while controlling the VPN via an intuitive and easy-to-use graphical interface.  We support the latest stable versions of the following distros. Click on a link for full setup instructions: Our official app is the best […]

 

What is a kill switch?

Important note: As we have reported, Apple’s macOS and iOS operating systems don’t close all existing connections when you connect to a VPN, specifically certain DNS queries from Apple services. But if you use Proton VPN while connected to public WiFi, your sensitive traffic is still safe. We are aware of this issue, […]

 

How to install a VPN on Fedora

In this article, we describe how to use the Proton VPN for Linux app on your Fedora system. Our app officially supports the latest stable Fedora version. To install the app: 1. Download the package. Enter: wget https://repo.protonvpn.com/fedora-39-stable/protonvpn-stable-release/protonvpn-stable-release-1.0.1-2.noarch.rpm 2. Install the Proton VPN repository containing the new app. Run: sudo […]

 


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