VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a virtual private connection that increases user security by allowing them to remain anonymous online. Xiaomi devices perfectly support this function, as it is originally included in Android. Therefore, many people are wondering how to enable VPN on Xiaomi, what the ways are, and what is the best option.
Using free VPNs on Xiaomi
If you are an average user who wants to use a VPN for small tasks (such as using services), the best thing would be to download a free app with access to VPN through Google Play. Below we will tell you about 3 popular and simple applications that have proven themselves.
VPN Master (500 MB)
The best app for beginners is distinguished by its simplicity and perfectly copes with its main task. It gives 500 MB per month, but the traffic can easily be expanded by purchasing a premium version or installing additional servers.
IP addresses are used foreign: mostly UK, Germany, USA, and France. It is best to include an optimal location. Then, the speed will be noticeably higher.
Browser Opera VPN (unlimited)
You do not need to install anything additional. You only need to download the official version of Opera and check the box against VPN in the settings.
Speed is stable, and no bugs or slowdowns have not been noticed. Access to officially banned sites opens instantly, making visiting web pages much safer. On third-party applications, such as Facebook, VPN does not apply. That is, it only works within the browser.
Tunnelbear VPN (500 mb)
A similar tool also provides 500 MB for free. For performing simple tasks, such as posting about the app on Twitter, another 1 GB is given as a bonus. Creating an account is required. The animation is very entertaining, and the choice of countries is quite large.
Enabling and configuring the VPN manually (fee)
Manual setup is a bit longer and more complicated than the automatic one using special applications, but it has its advantages:
- You can completely customize your VPN, from the type of encryption to your password;
- Selecting the right network (service provider).
This way of setting up a VPN only for paid networks with its own IP, login and password to a certain server.
Now start the connection:
- Look for the “Settings” icon on the main screen, and enter;
- Click on the item “VPN“. A menu opens with all available private networks and applications with VPN.
- Click on “New Network” at the bottom of the screen.
- In the column “Name” it should already be “VPN“ go down below: “Type ” – write “PPTP“, and specify any server address you want. Activate the encryption of PPP, and in the last fields, we enter the user name and password.
- Carefully check the data, and in the upper right corner, click “OK”.
- All that remains is to enable the connection to the internal private network. To do this, move the slider next to the inscription with the same name.
FAQ
What is “Site Address” in manual configuration?
If you want to use the embedded private network for specific sites, this field should be filled in.
How do I know how much traffic is spent by VPN?
If you use applications, for example, Master VPN, there is a special section showing a monthly countdown. Similarly with Opera.
As you can see, turning on the VPN on Xiaomi phones is quite a simple procedure, which does not require much time and special skills. But working on your smartphone will become much safer and more comfortable, and important data will always be safe!
