{"id":20272,"date":"2023-12-28T17:00:40","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T11:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/?p=20272"},"modified":"2024-02-07T14:35:11","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T09:05:11","slug":"internet-disconnects-after-connecting-to-vpn-problem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/internet-disconnects-after-connecting-to-vpn-problem\/","title":{"rendered":"Internet Disconnects After Connecting to VPN – 5 Things You Can Do!"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you want to browse the internet anonymously, what do you choose? If you use a VPN, you are on the right path, as it makes hiding digital footprints possible. However, if you have a VPN, but the internet stops working as soon as you connect to it, what will you do?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Several users have shared that their PC\u2019s internet disconnects when they connect to a VPN. It is a common situation that can appear on any PC, so do not worry if you, too, are experiencing the same. What you should worry about is why it is happening.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some believe that it is a conflict of network configuration as a VPN tends to tweak it, while others blame their low bandwidth network. However, none of these reasons seem to matter as, at the end of the day, it is a user who is unable to connect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, why does the internet disconnect after connecting to the VPN? What exactly causes the problem, and is there a way to overcome this issue? Let\u2019s find out!<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Does the Internet Disconnect When VPN is Connected<\/h3>\n

A VPN is a great asset to enhance your online security and connectivity. However, what good is anonymity when you cannot connect to the wifi? The issue is genuine, as several users have shared their struggles on various platforms.<\/span><\/p>\n

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While the issues seem to resonate with internet speed and the choice of servers, there are several reasons why it may be happening with your PC. Some of the identified reasons that may be causing the internet to disconnect as soon as you connect to a VPN are –\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Choice of VPN Protocol<\/strong> – Every VPN uses a protocol that sometimes cannot align with your PC\u2019s connection configuration. <\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Slow Internet Speed<\/strong> – VPN servers impact your internet speed due to the server change. If you use a slow internet connection<\/a>, you will face the issue. <\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Overloaded VPN Server<\/strong> – This happens often when using a free VPN client. The servers are open for all, so the traffic on them is slightly higher, resulting in disconnection. <\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Using an Old Version of the VPN Client – <\/strong>If you have not updated your VPN client with the latest version, or the VPN you are using is not rolling out updates for a while, you may face uninvited disconnection. <\/span><\/li>\n
  5. DNS Compatibility Errors<\/strong> – If the VPN you use is not functioning properly and is not compatible with your current DNS configuration, you may face these problems where the internet not working after connecting to the VPN. <\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Incorrect Timezone Issues<\/strong> – If the time and date of your PC are not in sync with the VPN server you are using, it may disconnect your internet connection. It is not an eminent reason, but has been an issue faced by a few. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    All these problems appear simple and easy to troubleshoot; however, they are not. If you feel that one of the above may be a situation you are facing, you should try the fixes we are about to discuss in the next section.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    How do you stop the Internet from Disconnecting while using a VPN?<\/h2>\n

    After analyzing the common issues that cause the error, it is important to identify the biggest issue in such a situation, which is the VPN client you are using. If you are not using a well-crafted and balanced VPN client with quality servers and regular update support, you may encounter problems regularly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    To get rid of such issues, here are 5 things that you should try –\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    1. Try Switching to a Better VPN Client<\/h3>\n

    The first thing we recommend is to change your VPN. Especially if you are using a free client. A free client usually has overcrowded servers and no support, which is not sustainable for the developers. Using a free VPN may lead to issues on your PC<\/a>, and this situation is no different.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Always look for a VPN that has –\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n