VPN Tethering: Extend Your VPN Protection to Any Device

Have you ever wished you could use your VPN on a device that doesn't support VPN apps—like a smart TV, game console, or even an old laptop? VPN tethering is the answer. It lets you share your phone's VPN connection with other devices, so everything you do stays private. And with our premium VPN service, you can start tethering for just $1 for 30 days—no hidden fees, no free trial, just a simple voucher that unlocks all four of our apps.

What Is VPN Tethering?

VPN tethering, also known as VPN hotspot or VPN sharing, is a technique where your smartphone acts as a VPN router. You connect your phone to a VPN, then enable the mobile hotspot feature, and other devices (like your laptop, tablet, or smart TV) connect to that hotspot. All their internet traffic is routed through your phone's VPN tunnel, encrypting data and masking IP addresses.

This is especially useful for devices that don't support VPN apps directly or when you want a quick, secure connection without configuring each device individually.

Why Use VPN Tethering?

• Compatibility: Protect devices that can't run VPN apps—like Chromecast, Roku, or game consoles.
• Simplicity: Set up one VPN connection and share it with multiple devices at once.
• Security on Public Wi-Fi: Create a secure hotspot for your laptop when you're in a café or airport.
• Bypass Geo-Restrictions: Watch streaming content on your TV as if you were in another country.
• Cost-Effective: Instead of buying multiple VPN subscriptions, one $1 voucher covers your phone, and tethering extends it to other gadgets.

How to Set Up VPN Tethering on Android

Setting up tethering on Android is straightforward. First, download one of our VPN apps from our download page—MD Proxy VPN, Nur Tunnel VPN, Ultra Tunnel VPN, or Marvs Go VPN. Then, follow these steps:

1. Connect your phone to the VPN by entering your voucher code (format: XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX) in the app.
2. Go to your phone's Settings > Network & Internet > Hotspot & tethering.
3. Enable 'Wi-Fi hotspot' and set a name and password.
4. On your other device, connect to that Wi-Fi hotspot.

That's it! Your other device now uses the VPN connection from your phone.

How to Set Up VPN Tethering on iPhone (iOS)

iOS doesn't natively allow sharing a VPN connection via hotspot, but you can work around it using a VPN app that supports 'VPN over Wi-Fi' or by using a router. However, our apps are designed to work on Android and iOS, and for iPhone users, we recommend a different approach:

• Connect your iPhone to the VPN using our app.
• Then, use a dedicated VPN-compatible router that connects to your iPhone's personal hotspot, but this is more advanced.
• Alternatively, use a laptop as a bridge: connect your laptop to your iPhone's hotspot (which is already VPN-protected), then create a new hotspot from your laptop to share with other devices.

For most users, the Android method is the simplest. But if you have an iPhone, you can still benefit from our VPN on your phone itself—and use tethering via a computer.

Using VPN Tethering with Windows or Mac

If you want to tether from your computer, you can use the built-in 'Mobile Hotspot' feature on Windows 10/11 or 'Internet Sharing' on Mac. Here's a quick guide:

Windows: Connect your PC to a VPN using our app (or any VPN), then go to Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile hotspot. Turn it on and share your VPN connection. Other devices can connect via Wi-Fi.

Mac: Go to System Preferences > Sharing, enable 'Internet Sharing', and choose your VPN connection as the source. Then share via Wi-Fi. This way, your Mac becomes a VPN router.

This is perfect for home setups where you want to protect your smart TV or gaming console.

Troubleshooting Common VPN Tethering Issues

Sometimes tethering can be tricky. Here are quick fixes:

• No internet on tethered devices: Ensure your phone's VPN is connected and the hotspot is enabled. Try turning off and on the hotspot.
• VPN drops when hotspot is on: Some Android phones disable VPN when hotspot is active. Use a VPN app that supports 'tethering' or 'hotspot' mode—all our apps are optimized for this.
• Slow speeds: Tethering uses your phone's data and processing power. Move closer to the hotspot or limit the number of connected devices.
• Device not finding hotspot: Check that the hotspot is set to 2.4 GHz (some devices don't support 5 GHz).

If you still face issues, our support team is always ready to help.

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