- Compatible with:
- Windows,
- macOS
- Available in:
- Malwarebytes Device Protection & Antivirus, VPN
You can customize your VPN experience by managing settings in the app. For macOS devices, you'll need to give the app permission before changing VPN settings. Follow the instructions in Turn on Malwarebytes VPN for Windows and Mac to enable the necessary permissions.
To view VPN settings:
- Open the app.
- Click the Settings
icon in the left side bar.
- Click VPN.
Connect to other devices with the Trust local devices setting
Available in: Windows, macOS
Trusted local devices are things like printers, mobile devices, or other computers connected to your network. When this setting is on, you can share your data with trusted local devices. This setting is enabled by default.
How the Kill switch setting affects your internet connection
Available in: macOS, Windows
The Kill Switch setting is disabled by default and can only be turned on if the Auto connect VPN setting is enabled. The Kill switch setting stops your computer from connecting to the internet if your VPN is disconnected or off.
Information about the Connection Mode setting
Available in: Windows
We recommend not changing your Connect Mode from the default. If you make changes and need help, contact support.
Information about the Alternate DNS setting
Available in: Windows
We recommend not changing your DNS server from the default. If you make changes and need help, contact support.
Information about the Tunnel Driver setting
Available in: Windows
We recommend not changing your tunnel driver from the default. If you make changes and need help, contact support.