Using VPN for Mac

Follow these steps to easily download, install, and configure the VPN software on your macOS device.

Step 1: Download the VPN Client

1. Click on the Download Link:

   • Click the following link to download the VPN Client for macOS: Download VPN Client.

2. Save the File:

   • Your browser will start downloading the .dmg file automatically. If prompted, select Save and choose the location (e.g., Downloads folder).

3. Wait for the Download to Complete:

   • Once the download is complete, proceed to the next step.

Step 2: Install the VPN Client

1. Locate the Downloaded File:

   • Navigate to the folder where the vpnclient.dmg file was saved (usually the Downloads folder).

2. Open the DMG File:

   • Double-click on the vpnclient.dmg file to open the installer.

3. Install the VPN Client:

   • In the window that appears, drag the VPN Client icon into the Applications folder.

4. Launch the VPN Client:

   • Go to the Applications folder and find the VPN Client application.

   • Double-click on it to open the application.

5. Approve Installation (If Required):

   • If macOS displays a security warning, go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy and click Open Anyway to approve the app.

Step 3: Open the VPN Client and Configure Settings

1. Launch the VPN Client:

   • Open the VPN Client from your Applications folder.

2. Open the Settings Menu:

   • Once the application is open, click on the Settings option. It may appear as a gear icon in the menu or under the VPN Client dropdown in the top menu bar.

3. Enter VPN Credentials in Settings:

   • In the Settings menu, you will find fields to input your VPN credentials. Enter the following information:

     • Username: Type your VPN username in the Username field.

     • Password: Enter the VPN password in the Password field.

4. Save the Credentials:

   • Click Save or Apply to store these settings. Entering your credentials in the Settings menu is essential because this VPN client does not have a traditional login interface at startup.

5. Verify the Configuration:

   • Make sure that the Username and Password fields are filled correctly. If left empty, the connection will not work.

Step 4: Connect to the VPN Server

1. Select the VPN Profile:

   • On the main screen, select the VPN profile you created.

2. Click on the Connect Button:

   • Click Connect to initiate the VPN connection.

3. Verify the Connection:

   • Wait until the status changes to Connected. You can confirm the connection by checking your IP address using an online tool like WhatIsMyIPAddress.com.

Step 5: Disconnect from the VPN

1. Open the VPN Client:

   • If minimized, click the icon in the top menu bar to reopen the client.

2. Click the Disconnect Button:

   • Select the active VPN profile and click Disconnect.

3. Exit the Application:

   • Once disconnected, you can close the VPN client if you no longer need it.

Troubleshooting and Tips

1. Incorrect Username or Password:

   • Double-check that you entered your username and password correctly in the Settings menu.

2. Unable to Connect:

   • Ensure that the server address is accurate and you’ve selected the correct protocol.

   • If a firewall or antivirus is enabled, temporarily disable it to see if it resolves the issue.

3. Slow VPN Speeds:

   • Connect to a different server.

   • Close any bandwidth-heavy applications running in the background.

4. macOS Security Warnings:

   • Go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy and approve the application under General settings.

5. Uninstalling the VPN Client:

   • Go to the Applications folder.

   • Drag the VPN Client icon to the Trash.

   • Empty the Trash to remove the application completely.