How to test if your VPN is working
Three quick checks for address leaks, DNS leaks and the kill switch.
By VPNGuide Editorial Team · Updated 20 September 2026
Check your public address before and after connecting, run a DNS leak test to confirm queries resolve through the VPN, then disable the network adapter briefly to confirm the kill switch blocks traffic.
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