{"id":18154,"date":"2022-01-26T15:51:01","date_gmt":"2022-01-26T15:51:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/?p=18154"},"modified":"2025-05-21T15:15:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T15:15:16","slug":"turn-off-a-vpn-connection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/turn-off-a-vpn-connection\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Turn Off a VPN Connection","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You have a VPN service and have only gone so far as to learn how to download and install it on your device. However, if you\u2019re not too sure on how to turn off a VPN connection or disable it, this guide will show you how to do that on any device.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18156\" title=\"Turn Off VPN Connections\" src=\"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Turn-Off-VPN-Connections-f-1024x427.png\" alt=\"Turn Off VPN Connections\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/Turn-Off-VPN-Connections-f-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/Turn-Off-VPN-Connections-f-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/Turn-Off-VPN-Connections-f-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/Turn-Off-VPN-Connections-f-1536x640.png 1536w, https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/Turn-Off-VPN-Connections-f.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Other than that, we\u2019re not too sure why you would want to turn your VPN off, knowing that the internet is a risky place to be connected to. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/vpn-protect-from-hackers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hackers<\/a>, spies, <a href=\"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/most-destructive-malware\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">malware<\/a>, and other kinds of online <a href=\"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/resources\/top-5-threats-your-online-privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">threats<\/a> that you might want to stay clear off, and to do that, we recommend staying connected to a VPN.<\/p>\n<p>On the contrary, if you\u2019re planning on not using the VPN anymore or need to learn how to turn the VPN off on your device, we\u2019re here to help!<\/p>\n <div class=\"fastest-hd-btn\">\n <a class=\"hd-conter-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/lifetime-special-deals?a_aid=634829be4d0b2\" title=\"Get FastestVPN\">Get FastestVPN <i class=\"fa fa-hand-o-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n<h2>How to turn off a VPN connection on your device<\/h2>\n<p>As mentioned above, it\u2019s usually recommended that you stay connected to a VPN for online protection and privacy. But, there might be some circumstances where you\u2019re required to turn your VPN off.<\/p>\n<p>Usually, a VPN is switched off when you\u2019re experiencing issues with your network and would like to troubleshoot, or when you\u2019re trying to set up a new internet connection.<\/p>\n<p>Either way, whatever the reason may be, here\u2019s how you can disable a VPN on multiple devices:<\/p>\n<h3>Turn off VPN on Windows 10 and older versions<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>On your Windows, go to \u201cSettings.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cNetwork &amp; Internet.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cVPN\u201d on the left-side menu.<\/li>\n<li>Choose the VPN you would like to disable depending on how many you have.<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cDisconnect.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to turn off VPN on Android<\/h3>\n<p>There are two ways to turn off your VPN on Android. You can either disable it on the VPN itself or via your Android smartphone\u2019s VPN settings. Here is how:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to \u201cSettings.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cNetwork &amp; Internet\u201d or \u201cConnection\u201d or \u201cConnection &amp; sharing\u201d depending on the phone you have.<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cVPN\u201d or choose the VPN service you want to turn off.<\/li>\n<li>Tap on \u201cDisconnect\u201d or switch the toggle button to turn the VPN off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Turn off VPN on iOS<\/h3>\n<p>This tutorial to turn off VPN on iOS applies to both iPhone and iPad. Here\u2019s how to get started:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to \u201cSettings\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cGeneral.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Tap on \u201cVPN\u201d or \u201cVPN &amp; Device Management.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Toggle the VPN to the \u201cNot Connected\u201d or \u201cDisconnected\u201d status.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to turn off VPN on macOS<\/h3>\n<p>Just like Android, you can turn off a VPN on MacOS computers either directly from the app or manually by following these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to \u201cSystem Preferences.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cNetwork.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Choose the VPN you want to disconnect from the left-side panel.<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cDisconnect.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Turn off a VPN on Firestick \/ Fire TV<\/h3>\n<p>Turning off a VPN on Firestick has to be done through the app itself. When you download and install a VPN on Firestick, you will need to either download the app from the Amazon Store or sideload it through third-party sources. When you turn on a VPN on Firestick, it can only be done through the app. You will use the same process to turn off the VPN app on Amazon Fire TV. <strong>Here\u2019s how<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Using your remote, find the VPN app installed on your Fire TV.<\/li>\n<li>Launch the VPN app.<\/li>\n<li>Look for the off button.<\/li>\n<li>Click on it to turn off your VPN.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to turn off VPN on a Smart TV<\/h3>\n<p>Until and unless your Smart TV is running over the Android operating system, only then will you be able to download a VPN app directly on it. Once you\u2019ve downloaded and installed the VPN app on your Android-based Smart TV, here\u2019s how you can eventually turn the VPN off on your device:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Locate your VPN on your Smart TV using your remote control.<\/li>\n<li>Launch the VPN app.<\/li>\n<li>Look for the off button.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the button to turn off the VPN on Smart TV.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Turn off VPN on routers<\/h3>\n<p>To disable or turn off a VPN on your router, you need to head into your admin panel. Take a look below at how you can disable VPN routers that are currently the most popular:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>DD-WRT<\/strong>: Go to \u201cServices\u201d, and select \u201c&#8217;VPN\u201d from the sub-menu. Next to \u201cStart OpenVPN Client\u201d click on \u201cDisable.\u201d All that\u2019s left is to save the changes and apply the settings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomato<\/strong>: Go to the main menu on the left-hand side, and click on \u201cVPN Tunneling\u201d. Choose which VPN connection you have (for eg. OpenVPN Client.) Now, on the right side, click the \u201cStop Now\u201d button.<\/li>\n<li><strong>ASUS RT \/ Merlin<\/strong>: In the \u201cAdvanced settings&#8221; menu on the left side, click on \u201cVPN\u201d and then choose the \u201cVPN Client\u201d tab. Click on the \u201cDisconnect\u201d or \u201cDeactivate\u201d button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Why is it important to keep FastestVPN turned on?<\/h3>\n<p>There are many reasons why people use a VPN. Some require access to streaming services, while others need to protect themselves from hacking and surveillance. Either way, it\u2019s always important to leave your VPN on.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here are a few reasons why we recommend keeping FastestVPN switched on<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>As mentioned above, there are many users who want a VPN for streaming. With that said, there are many streaming services or websites that are not available worldwide. By connecting to any one of FastestVPN servers, you will be able to stream international content worldwide!<\/li>\n<li>While on the go, there are times when you might accidentally or voluntarily connect to a public Wi-Fi. This is not safe. To protect your connection, your privacy, device, and data, stay connected to a VPN.<\/li>\n<li>Even though some content is geo-restricted, there are certain countries that censor content. To lift the censorship, stay connected to FastestVPN.<\/li>\n<li>With the number of links you click on or the websites you visit, you might accidentally plague your devices with malware and other kinds of threats. You can dodge these threats and more with FastestVPN.<\/li>\n<li>Most media apps and websites come with plenty of advertisements, and that can get really annoying. When you stay connected with FastestVPN, it offers a unique ad-blocking tool that can help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <div class=\"fastest-hd-cta\">\n <h3>Take Control of Your Privacy Today! \n <span>Unblock websites, access streaming platforms, and bypass ISP monitoring.<\/span>\n <\/h3>\n <a class=\"hd-conter-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/fastestvpn.com\/lifetime-special-deals?a_aid=634829be4d0b2\" title=\"Get FastestVPN\">Get FastestVPN <i class=\"fa fa-hand-o-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You have a VPN service and have only gone so far as to learn how to download and install it on your device. However, if you\u2019re not too sure on how to turn off a VPN connection or disable it, this guide will show you how to do that on any device. 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