Is My VPN Working?
Check your VPN connection, detect IP leaks, and verify your online privacy instantly
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my VPN is working?
Check if your IP address and location have changed from your actual location. A working VPN will show a different IP address and location from your ISP-provided ones. Our tool instantly shows your current IP and helps verify if your VPN is active.
What is a VPN leak?
A VPN leak occurs when your real IP address or DNS requests are exposed despite using a VPN. This can happen due to WebRTC leaks, DNS leaks, or IPv6 leaks. Our tool helps detect if your VPN is properly masking your real IP address.
Why does my VPN show a different location?
VPNs route your internet traffic through servers in different locations, making it appear as if you're browsing from that server's location. This is normal and indicates your VPN is working correctly to protect your privacy.
Can websites detect I'm using a VPN?
Some websites can detect VPN usage by identifying datacenter IP addresses or known VPN server IPs. However, a good VPN service uses techniques to avoid detection and provides residential-like IP addresses.
Is my VPN protecting me from tracking?
A VPN hides your IP address and encrypts your connection, but complete privacy also requires good browser settings, clearing cookies, and using privacy-focused search engines. VPN is one important layer of online privacy protection.