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8 min read

How to Change Your IP Address: A Step-by-Step Guide

IP addresses are often used to identify you online. Most devices and operating systems offer several methods to mitigate these risks by changing your IP address.

Key takeaways:

  • Changing your IP address can increase your privacy and security, help bypass various restrictions and IP throttling, as well as resolve other issues.
  • Your private IP address on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems can be changed in settings or with commands.
  • Android and iOS systems can change IP addresses in system settings.
  • Depending on whether you have a static or dynamic IP, changing it may involve contacting your ISP or simply restarting the router.
  • A VPN service is the most convenient way to change your IP address.
  • Adomas Šulcas

    VPN Guides & Tutorials

    9 min read

    VPN Protocols: Comparison and How to Choose the Right One

    Not too long ago we were looking to install the best antiviruses to keep our devices safe. But with the increasingly upgraded security protocols in our computers and laptops, VPNs are becoming the new security measure for most of us.

    Today, many different VPN service providers can help keep your online activities safe and enable you to access geo-restricted content worldwide. And at the heart of the underlying technology of virtual private networks are VPN protocols.

    This guide will break down everything there is to know about VPN protocols. We'll explain what part they play in your security, connection speeds, and compatibility, and compare the main features of the most popular protocols to help you choose the best VPN protocol for you.

    Adomas Šulcas

    Streaming & Bypass Guides

    6 min read

    How to Bypass WiFi Restrictions: A Comprehensive Guide

    Wi-Fi networks are all about user convenience. No one wants to use cables for internet connection anymore. While wireless setups are beneficial, they carry risks if Wi-Fi is managed improperly.

    That's where Wi-Fi restrictions come in. It's a way for a network administrator to tackle performance and security problems by preventing unauthorized access, limiting bandwidth, and making a list of blocked sites.

    Unfortunately, such restrictions may be imposed without regard for your convenience. This article is a guide on how you can take matters into your own hands, and bypass blocked websites if needed.

    Adomas Šulcas

    VPN Guides & Tutorials

    9 min read

    Proxy vs VPN: Which is Better for Privacy and Security?

    Both proxy servers and a Virtual Private Network (VPNs) protect user identities and help access online content securely. These tools can help surf the web anonymously and are otherwise highly similar, so people tend to mix them. Yet, a proxy and a VPN are not the same, and each of these tools can help with different tasks. To help you identify the best solution for your specific needs, here you'll find the definitions of a proxy and a VPN. Moreover, here you'll also find a proxy vs VPN comparison and learn about each of their pros and cons. Considering these tools' speed, security, privacy, and price will help you understand which tool to choose for your case. By the end of this guide, you will have a clear understanding of what proxies and VPNs are, how they work and differ, and which tool to use in different situations.

    Adomas Šulcas