Chromebook users can remotely connect to a private network (such as school or work) using a VPN connection.
Note. If you're having trouble setting up a VPN on your work or school Chromebook, contact your administrator for help.
Restrictions. Chromebooks do not support IKEv2, the XAUTH command, or IPsec connections without L2TP.
How to create a connection
How to connect to a VPN
Typically, VPN networks use full tunneling. In this case, all traffic from Chrome windows, and Chrome apps and Android goes through a VPN connection. With split tunneling, some sites are accessed through a physical network connection Chromebook devices. This configuration is suitable in the following cases:
- If the VPN provides access only to internal sites.
- If you connect to a VPN and need to communicate with devices from local network, for example printers.
Split tunneling can be configured in many VPN apps for Chrome and Android, as well as in the built-in OpenVPN client. To do this,
Hello, friends! If you often visited certain sites, but one day you couldn’t go to the page because access to it was blocked, then let’s figure out what you can do about it. Of course, any blocking can be bypassed. And in in this case this is done by installing it in the browser Google Chrome suitable VPN extension.
What is a VPN? is a Virtual Private Network or Virtual Private Network. The extension installed in the browser will change your real IP address, which is used on the network, to some other one.
For example, VKontakte was blocked in your country. We enable the VPN extension and select any country from the proposed list. Now you log into VKontakte not from Russia, but, for example, from Canada. That is, you access the blocked page not directly, but through a server that is located in another country you selected from the list.
In this article, we will look at popular VPN extensions that can be installed in the Google Chrome browser and do not require a registration procedure. You can read a detailed article about this by following the link.
Hola
Let's start with the popular Hola VPN extension among users (it is really popular as it has almost 9 million users). Install it in your browser from the Chrome Web Store. It is called in full Unlimited Free VPN – Hola.
The add-on is free, does not require registration, and there are no traffic restrictions either.
After installation, go to the blocked site and click on the extension icon on the right top corner browser - light gray. In the menu that opens, press the power button.
After this, select the server in which country you would like to connect to. Click on the arrow next to the flag and select, for example, Great Britain.
Will open new inset this kind. Close it and return to the blocked site. Refresh your browser page - either click on the circular arrow to the left of the address bar, or press F5. The site should now be accessible.
If you need to change the language in the extension, click on the three horizontal bars in the extension window. Then click on the first line in the menu that opens and select the appropriate language from the list. You can close the menu by clicking on the cross.
To turn off Hola VPN, click the shutdown button in its window.
One more completely free VPN extension for Chrome – friGate. Its peculiarity is that it will only work on those sites that are indicated in the corresponding list. The developers have made an approximate list of frequently visited blocked sites. But if the site you need is not in the global list, and access to it is prohibited, the user can create his own list and add the necessary site addresses to it.
So, you went to a page on the Internet, but it was blocked, although friGate in Chrome is enabled and working. So we need to add given address to your own extension list through settings.
Click right click by the extension icon and select "Options" from the menu.
After this, a new tab will open. In the “Setting up a list of sites” section there will be a “friGate” folder, in which you can see on which sites this add-on will be enabled. Our addresses in this list no, so we create our own list.
Enter a name in the field provided and click “Add List.”
Now you need to go to the created folder - click on its name.
A little lower, all addresses added to the list will be shown. The green power button opposite the site means that friGate will work when you go to the specified address.
When you add the desired address to the list, you can go back to viewing the blocked site - access should appear.
On the browser page where friGate will be enabled, there will be a small extension window at the top right where you can see which country you are visiting from. Create your lists and visit your favorite sites on the Internet without any restrictions.
Let's also consider the free VPN proxy server Hotspot Shield. This add-on also has a paid version, in which the user will have more countries to choose from, whose servers can be connected. But for normal use, the free option is also perfect. There is no need to register and traffic is unlimited.
Open the blocked site and click on the extension icon - if it is red, it means it does not work on this page. Next, select “Continue as a free user.”
Then click on the power button to connect to a server in another country.
The icon will turn green and this means that the VPN mode on this page is enabled.
Hotspot Shield selects the location by default. To change the country, click on this button.
Then select from the list which country server you want to connect to. If there is a padlock opposite the flag, then free version country not available. By clicking on the “More” button you can view the entire list.
Touch VPN
And the last VPN extension for Google Chrome, which I’ll talk about in this list, is Free Proxy to Unblock any sites | Touch VPN. It's very easy to work with, it's free and only turns on on blocked sites or on all sites you visit (it all depends on how you configure it).
Go to the blocked page and wait for the message “Unable to access the site” to appear. Then click on the extension icon - if it's orange, it means it's disabled.
In the extension window, in the “Browse” section, you can leave “All sites” as is. Then Touch VPN will be enabled on all sites you view. Or you can select from the list the address of the site you want to go to. Then the extension will only work on this site.
After that, select your country in the line below and click the “Click to Connect” button.
When you connect to the server of the selected country, the extension icon will turn green and the page will load. To disable the VPN on this site, click “Click to Disconnect” in the extension window.
Of course, there are many more different VPN extensions in Chrome that can be used to access a blocked site. Of the ones reviewed in the article, I liked the friGate Light and Touch VPN extensions the most. If you have used anything else, you can write about these extensions in the comments.
Hi all!
It is very simple to enable VPN and now you will see it. I'll show you how to enable VPN in Opera browser, Google Chrome and Android devices as well as iPhone. It’s worth saying right away that everything that will be discussed next is also applicable in other browsers and systems. So use it if necessary!
In the Opera browser on your computer
If you need to enable VPN on a computer or laptop, then it is as easy as possible to do this in the Opera browser.
Open your browser, click on the Menu icon and go to Settings.
In the window that opens, we need the Security tab, and then the VPN section. In this section there is an item Enable VPN. Check the box and we're safe :)
VPN is enabled and it is already working. If you pay attention to address bar, then on the left you will see displayed VPN icon, by which you can determine whether the VPN actually works.
Now you can check sites for functionality.
On an Android phone
If you want to activate anonymity on your phone, you need to set special application from Google Play. There are a whole bunch of such applications, but many of them are unstable. We need some proven tool. At the time of writing this tutorial, I am using the Turbo VPN app. Connects quickly and works well.
In the app store, enter the name Turbo VPN and install it.
Now it's easy to enable VPN on your phone. Launch the application and click on the carrot icon.
The hare begins to run briskly and after a few seconds turns on the VPN.
The only disadvantage of Turbo VPN is that advertisements appear in the application from time to time. But this is not only a minus this application, but also all other VPNs that have a free version. If you want no ads, then you will have to buy a premium version or a premium account.
On iPhone in iOS
You can enable VPN on an iPhone in the same way as on an Android smartphone. IN App Store There is also a Turbo VPN app. I tried about a dozen VPNs and Turbo VPN seemed the most stable to me.
We typed Turbo VPN into the App Store, installed it, launched it, and clicked the carrot. Let's check!
In the Google Chrome browser on your computer
Google Chrome is no different from other applications. You need to install a special extension for it.
Click on the Menu icon and go to Additional tools– Extensions. Or simply
VPN (virtual private network) is a technology that hides all user network traffic by redirecting it to third-party servers. This is an improved anonymization method for Google browser Chrome compared to replacing the IP address and using proxy servers, since in addition all traffic is encrypted - even the provider cannot hack it. Virtual private networks are widely used by organizations to ensure the security of communications between the head office and branches, as well as ordinary users to bypass various restrictions and blocks, protect when using public Wi-Fi and for other purposes.
How VPN works
You can learn more about how virtual private networks work in the video.
Previously, it was possible to access a VPN only using special paid software that encrypted all traffic passing through the user’s channel. However, today, in most cases, a free extension built into the browser is sufficient.
The first browser to have a built-in virtual private network was Opera; Now users of Google Chrome and . Extensions for this browser are easy to use and reliable.
Hotspot Shield - Free VPN Client for Chrome
Hotspot Shield is definitely trustworthy - this VPN for Chrome is operated by AnchorFree, which has been on the market for over 10 years and serves 20 million users worldwide. The extension has over 350 million downloads in Google store Chrome.
Hotspot Shield provides free access to all blocked sites, hides the IP address and geodata, and encrypts traffic with bank-grade algorithms. All these features are provided free of charge with no data limitations. There is also a paid premium version, which differs in quantity virtual servers- you can connect for free only to networks in the USA, France, Canada, Denmark and the Netherlands.
enjoy VPN extension for Google Chrome it's very simple:
- You need to download it from the Chrome store and install it, then restart the browser.
- To connect to a VPN, you need to click on the Hotspot Shield icon and open the settings window, where you can select the appropriate country.
- After this, the network is turned on and off with one click on the switch.
TunnelBear - allows you to unblock sites
Even though the Tunnel Bear extension is not a full-fledged VPN, but just an encrypted proxy server, it provides a decent level of protection. This extension has a 5-star rating in the Chrome store and is one of the most popular.
TunnelBear has the following features:
The disadvantage of the extension is the traffic limit of 500 MB per month in the free version. You can expand it with a subscription ($50 per year) or as part of promotions.
Starting to use TunnelBear is very simple - you need to download and install the extension, register on the official website and connect using your username and password. The account is not used to track traffic, it is only needed to check the remaining traffic.
ZenMate VPN - anonymous data transfer
Unlike other VPNs for Chrome, which have become add-ons to full-fledged products, ZenMate began its history as a browser extension from Google, without having versions for any operating system. The plugin has a wide network of servers around the world and provides the most high level traffic protection; VPN access is provided free of charge and without restrictions. main feature extensions - possibility automatic switching on encryption when accessing certain sites.
The disadvantage of ZenMate is the very aggressive push for a premium version, which costs $8 and provides access to a larger number of servers at increased speed. After registration, a window will pop up asking you to pay, and the extension will also persistently ask you to subscribe to the company’s accounts on social networks.
The video explains in detail how to use ZenMate:
Hola is a great VPN for browsers
The Hola extension differs from other VPNs in its operating mechanism: it uses the computers of its users to hide traffic. Themselves virtual networks located in 15 countries. Services are provided free of charge.
To use Hola on Google Chrome, you need:
- Download the extension from the Chrome store and install it.
- Go to a blocked site.
- Click on the Hola icon.
- Select country.
When installing a VPN on the Google Chrome browser, you should keep in mind that when using them, only traffic from the browser is encrypted. To ensure 100% protection of your Internet connection, you must use full versions of programs for operating systems.
Nowadays, an increasing number of sites are blocked by various government agencies. To bypass the ban and gain access to the desired web resource, the Google Chrome browser has special tools called VPN extensions.
What is a VPN and what is it used for?
VPN is the ability to work in one or more networks over another. In most cases it is used based on an Internet connection. VPN allows you to hide your real location from other network members. Also, data transmitted through an encrypted tunnel cannot be tracked by the provider, which allows, for example, to go to sites blocked in your country.
Thanks to VPN, you will be protected from interception of logins/passwords in unsecured or public WI-FI points, the history of your site visits will not be available to anyone, and you will forget blocking sites like a bad dream. This applies to torrents and any other supposedly prohibited sites.
Hyip Hunter
http://hyiphunter.org/chto-takoe-vpn/
I would like to note that VPNs are going to be banned at the legislative level in Russian Federation, and in the near future, users will experience difficulties accessing web services via VPN. I would advise keeping this in mind if you are planning on purchasing a premium account in one of the extensions.
Selecting a VPN extension for the Google Chrome browser and installing it
One of the most simple ways To get a working VPN connection, you need to install a browser extension that will allow you to use all the features of Internet resources.
Popular VPN extensions
In the shop Chrome extensions can be found a large number of VPN services. Let's look at the most popular of them: TunnelBear, Hotspot Shield, ZenMate, friGate, Hola, anonymoX and Touch VPN Chrome.
Table: comparison of popular VPN extensions
Installing an extension for a VPN connection
To download any add-on to Chrome browser Extension store is used. Let's look at the installation process using ZenMate as an example:
- Click on the “Services” button in the bookmarks bar and select “Chrome Web Store”.
To install any extension, you need to go to the "Chrome Web Store"
- In the store search bar, enter the name of the VPN extension you need.
To quickly find the extension you need, you can use the store's search bar
- From the options that Chrome will offer you, select the one you need and click “Install”.
To install the extension, click on “Install” on the option you need.
- To start initializing the add-on, click on the “Install extension” button.
To start initializing the add-on, click on the “Install extension” button
- In the case of ZenMate, you will have to register on the developer's website for the VPN function to work correctly.
In the case of ZenMate, you will have to register on the developer’s website for the VPN function to work correctly
- Network settings are set automatically, but you can change the server location, for example, select Germany or Romania as your location in the “Change Location” extension window.
To select the server you need, you need to click on the corresponding button opposite the desired country
Video: how to install and configure the alternative VPN extension Hola
Enable the VPN extension while browsing the web
Some VPN extensions allow you to enable tunneling only on the pages you need. Let's look at a similar case using Touch VPN Chrome as an example:
- Install the Touch VPN Chrome extension.
- Click on its icon.
To enable VPN, you first need to launch the corresponding extension
- In the extension window, click on the “Connect” button.
To launch the extension you need to click on the “Connect” button
- You can go to a resource that is not available in your country.
After launching the extension, you can go to the resource you need
To shut down the extension, you need to click on its icon, where you need to click on the “Stop” button.
To shut down Touch VPN Chrome, you need to press the “Stop” key
If you want the extension to work constantly, but without reducing the Internet speed on sites where blocking is not required, then you need to add these pages to a special list, the elements of which will be ignored by the add-on. To do this you need:
- Open the extension window and click on the “Exclude website” interface element.
To add your sites to the white list, you need to click on the “Exclude website” item in the extension window the moment you are on the desired page
- In the window that appears, enter the address you need and click on the “Add” button.
After all the operations completed, your list will be compiled
I would like to note that it is better to keep several VPN extensions installed at once. If proxy servers are disabled for one extension, another extension will continue to work at the same time.
Regardless of whether the necessary web resource is blocked or not, you can always access it thanks to VPN extensions for the Google Chrome browser. Be careful, follow the instructions above to avoid problems and enjoy the Internet without restrictions.