A VPN offers added protection and privacy by encrypting your data, while also helping troubleshoot network issues. Unfortunately, however, it can consume both battery power and data usage.
To conserve resources, it may be beneficial to turn off your VPN. This article will demonstrate a simple process on how to turn off VPN on Samsung phones.
1. Open the Settings app
VPNs are great tools for safeguarding your online privacy, as they encrypt data and conceal IP addresses so no one can track your activity. Furthermore, these virtual private networks (VPNs) can protect users who utilize public Wi-Fi networks that could expose them to cyber threats.
Android doesn’t yet support native VPN features, so third-party apps are currently your only way to obtain one on your phone. Once installed, most apps come equipped with their own settings options where you can turn off VPN connectivity. To find these settings within Settings app navigate to Network & Internet then VPN/Proxy settings then toggle off option as soon as you find them.
Check whether your VPN is still active by visiting whatismyip.com and reviewing your IP address. If it differs significantly from that of your VPN server, your connection has likely become broken; this could explain why some websites or services don’t function correctly.
2. Go to Network & Internet
VPNs – or virtual private networks – can provide an extra layer of protection when browsing online, helping protect against cybercriminals from accessing your data or unblock content that’s normally blocked in your area. But should the need arise, knowing how to disconnect a VPN may become necessary.
On most Android devices, VPN or Proxy settings can be found under Network & Internet in a sub-menu. Once there, simply find and select your wireless or ethernet network or connection before tapping the menu again to select VPN/proxy settings if active (this status should display as “Connected”); toggle its switch if inactive and toggle again if desired.
If you are using a third-party VPN service on your device, refer to their app for instructions. Some services like ExpressVPN and Mullvad provide an easy way to turn off their VPNs via an easily accessible button on their home screens; other devices may require you to go into Settings then Networking to locate and select their VPN before tapping its status toggle in order to deactivate.
3. Go to Connections
Many Android phones, including Samsung devices, include a VPN feature. You may find this setting under Network & Internet Settings or in More Connection Settings on certain devices. When activated, using a free VPN might even come equipped with its own notification panel and icon that appears in your status bar when active; in such instances you can control its notifications by turning them off in Android Settings.
Some VPNs provide their own apps that let you choose and connect/disconnect from servers easily, if that is the case, tap its icon in Quick Settings’ panel to open and tap Disconnect when finished to turn it off.
Be wary when disconnecting from a VPN or proxy as your online activities become accessible to any hacker on the same public Wi-Fi network, so be wary when switching off or disconnecting. Only do this if you no longer require its protection and don’t forget to reconnect when needed; your VPN should come back on in seconds anyway so no privacy was lost while it was off.
4. Go to VPN or Proxy
VPNs encrypt data and conceal your location, making it more difficult for malicious actors to track your online activity. They’re especially effective on public Wi-Fi networks where attackers could potentially target your device easily.
VPN services typically provide several different options. Some include residential proxies that send data through multiple locations for speed and security; data center proxies combine residential with network links for increased reliability and reduced lag; while major organizations often combine both options to offer their users the optimal experience.
At times, using VPN services constantly can drain both battery life and data usage, potentially impairing performance. To reduce these effects, it may be prudent to turn it off when not in use – depending on your device model this process varies; some have dedicated buttons on the Quick Settings tray while others require you to open their VPN app to access its settings; you can even remove notification access in its settings!
5. Tap Disconnect
VPN (virtual private network) technology creates an encrypted tunnel between public networks and your device that enables the sending and receiving of data as though they were part of one LAN network. Individuals, businesses, law enforcement agencies, and educational institutions use VPNs to protect their online privacy and security when connecting through unprotected Wi-Fi networks.
How you disconnect a VPN depends on the configuration of your device. On Windows devices, select the speech bubble notification icon in the taskbar or use a dedicated VPN app; while Android users may swipe down from the top of their screens or open their VPN app in their task bar.
Dependent upon your router’s configuration, it may also be possible to temporarily disable your VPN by accessing its admin page and searching for “VPN” tab or settings – typically found either in its manual or sticker on its chassis. Once found, look for an off switch or button and toggle it off in order to completely shut off VPN service.
By: John Fernandes
