If you have an account with a VPN provider<\/a>, you can use it on your Chromebook, too! While most VPN companies have something you can download for Windows or Mac that’s a one-click-install set up, you’ll need to enter the information manually on your Chromebook. It’s not difficult; you don’t need to know any network jargon or define any extra parameters, and any VPN setup to work with OpenVPN is compatible.<\/p>\n If you haven’t already, you should check to see if your VPN company has an app in the Chrome Web Store<\/a>. There are many VPN providers that do, including the ones we mentioned above, and you can install their apps like you would any other app or extension.<\/p>\n If your VPN company doesn’t have a Chrome app, here’s what you’ll need to do.<\/p>\n If your VPN provider uses a CA Certificate for a connection, you’ll need to import it into your Chromebook.<\/p>\n Click the Authorities<\/strong> tab at the top of the page.<\/p>\n Next, you need to enter the account and server information you’ll use to connect. You’ll do this in the settings as well.<\/p>\n Near the top, in the Network<\/strong> section, click the Add connection<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n Once you’ve filled in all of the relevant information, you are now ready to use the VPN on your Chromebook.<\/p>\n To test your connection, click Connect<\/strong>.<\/p>\n If you connected without any problems, you can click the back arrow in the upper right to see other configuration options, like a setting to always use the VPN connection or delete (Forget<\/strong>) it, or edit it. If you choose not to use the connection all of the time, you can connect by clicking the network icon<\/strong> (the Wi-Fi symbol) in the tray and choosing your new network.<\/p>\n If your Chromebook supports Android applications, you may have a much easier time getting your VPN service working.<\/p>\n One app that worked particularly well for me was TunnelBear<\/a>, and switching the service on in TunnelBear’s app registered perfectly fine with the operating system. Once the service was started, I could then disconnect and reconnect from the quick settings menu in the lower right corner of the display.<\/p>\n Other apps, such as password manager apps, may have VPNs included in the service. Dashlane<\/a> is a prime example of one, and setting up and connecting the VPN service there was as simple as described in the steps above.<\/p>\n Whether you use a Chrome extension or Android app<\/a>, it’s important that you have the ability to protect your online traffic from prying eyes. We recommend going with a provider that has apps across platforms, like ExpressVPN, Nord VPN, Dashlane, or TunnelBear.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n See latest pricing at ExpressVPN<\/a><\/p>\n This is our top pick for anyone looking to get started with a VPN. It offers a great mix of speed, reliability, outstanding customer service, and affordability. There is a 30-day money-back guarantee, so give it a shot today.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n See latest pricing at NordVPN<\/a><\/p>\n Universally protected<\/p>\n NordVPN is very popular in the tech community for offering a comprehensive VPN service that is competitively priced and works on several platforms.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n From $5 at Dashlane<\/a><\/p>\n Password and privacy manager<\/p>\n Dashlane is one of our favorite password managers, but the premium version of the app also includes a great VPN that you can use on your Android phone and Chromebook.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Try TunnelBear for free today<\/a><\/p>\n Don’t sleep on security<\/p>\n TunnelBear is one of the most popular VPN providers around. You can connect up to five devices with one subscription, with practically no decrease in your browsing speeds.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n If you have an account with a VPN provider, you can use it on your Chromebook, too! While most VPN companies have something you can download for Windows or Mac that’s a one-click-install set up, you’ll need to enter the information manually on your Chromebook. It’s not difficult; you don’t need to know any network jargon or define any extra parameters, and any VPN setup to work with OpenVPN is compatible.<\/p>\n Products used in this guide<\/p>\n Best all-around: ExpressVPN (See latest pricing at ExpressVPN) Before you start…<\/p>\n If you haven’t already, you should check to see if your VPN company has an app in the Chrome Web Store. There are many VPN providers that do, including the ones we mentioned above, and you can install their apps like you would any other app or extension.<\/p>\n If your VPN company does…<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"author":205,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"slim_seo":{"title":"Learn how to keep your Chromebook browsing private and secure with a VPN - ITTeacherITFreelance.hk","description":"If you have an account with a VPN provider, you can use it on your Chromebook, too! 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<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\nEnter the VPN network settings<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\nUse an Android app<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nOur top picks<\/h2>\n
Best for Most<\/h3>\n
ExpressVPN<\/h4>\n
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NordVPN<\/h4>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nKeep it all safe<\/h3>\n
Dashlane<\/h4>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nBear in mind<\/h3>\n
TunnelBear<\/h4>\n
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\nKeep safe from prying eyes: NordVPN (See latest pricing at NordVPN)
\nProtect passwords and browing: Dashlane (From $5\/month at Dashlane)
\nBear-y safe: TunnelBear (Try TunnelBear for free today)<\/p>\n