Wondering how to set up a VPN on your computer? You have landed on the right video!
In this video, I’ll show you the exact step-by-step process to get a VPN active on your computer
in minutes. The process is super simple. It's like stealing
candy from a baby - super easy! BUT - just as a disclaimer, The Cyber Lab does not endorse
the stealing of candy from babies. OR giving candy to babies to begin with.
Anyways, let’s get started. The first step is to choose a reliable VPN
provider. The Cyber Lab team has ranked, rated, and
reviewed all the best VPNs in the market, and currently Surfshark is our highest-rated
VPN provider. It offers a slew of advanced features coupled with blazing fast speed and
watertight security. And best of all, it offers exceptionally good value for money.
If you'd like to subscribe to Surfshark, click the special link we have added in the description
box below. The first 100 people who click this link will get a massive 81% discount
on Surfshark. I'm gonna be using my Windows computer for
this tutorial, but no worries if you've got a Mac - the process is the same.
And since Surfshark is our favorite VPN, we'll be using it for this tutorial. But it's not
a problem if you've chosen a different VPN service because the process is similar for
all of them. After you have successfully signed up for
Surfshark, you will be asked to download a compatible client for your computer.
Windows or MacBook? No problem! Surfshark offers a compatible client for both, and the
installation process is pretty similar across both platforms.
The installation takes a couple of minutes, so you might need to be a little patient.
But once the installation is done, everything should be straightforward.
Oh my god I’m so sorry guys my mom is calling...hello mom? (pause) I told you I will be coming home
late today, I’m filming an important video for The Cyber Lab... look I’ll call you
when I’m done ok. Ok! Still rolling? Ok good. Moving on!
Now after Surfshark is set up, just launch the app and log in with your details.
After logging in, you’ll see a message asking if it's your first time using a VPN.
If you click yes, the widget will show you a couple of tips before finally prompting
you to connect. It's also fine to click No if you're already
familiar with a VPN, but it's only right to assume you're a first-time VPN user since
you're watching this video right now. So, go head to click on Yes because the tips you'll
be shown will come in handy later. So, on the main menu, you'll see different
tabs and different elements. On the left side of the screen are the different servers available
for your selection, so once you've decided on the location you want, choose and connect
to a server in that location by clicking on it.
Surfshark pretty much does the rest itself. You can favorite your frequently-used servers
for easy access by clicking on the star icon at the front of each server. Once you've done
that, you'll be able to find your favorite servers easily in the favorite tab on the
main menu. Simple, no?
While we’re here, let's also take a look at a couple of key features you'll get to
enjoy on Surfshark. Most of them are not readily available on
the main screen, so you'll have to go to Settings to find them.
How will you get to settings? Super easy. Just hover your cursor over the "settings
icon" at the bottom left corner of the screen. The panel will be expanded, so click on settings.
You will then see two different categories – my account and general. Click on "connectivity"
under the General category, and you'll see several options like start with windows, which
starts Surfshark when you turn on your computer. The auto-connect feature then makes sure your
VPN automatically connects to your favorite server, which can be helpful if you often
forget. Another feature you’ll find on Surfshark
is Whitelister, which lets you choose apps to route and not route via your VPN connection.
And if you’re wondering what happens if your VPN connection is suddenly interrupted,
there’s a Kill Switch feature, designed to turn off your internet connection before
any intruder can wreak havoc. And you’ll also find CleanWeb, which helps
block ads, trackers, and malware. Handy. If you need any of the features shown on the
list, you know what to do - turn it on by clicking on the toggle.
With that, I've reached the end of this tutorial. Short and sweet my friends. With everything
I've shown you in this video, I'm confident you can now easily set up a VPN on your computer.
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