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VPN Tunnel

Network Privacy

TLS (Transport Layer Security) VPN (Virtual Private Network) Kill Switch Dedicated IP

The encrypted path between you and the VPN.

Definition

A VPN tunnel is the encrypted connection from your device to the VPN server. Your internet traffic travels inside that tunnel.

In plain English The encrypted path between you and the VPN.

Why this matters

Why it matters: The tunnel protects data from local eavesdroppers, especially on public networks.

Example

Example: WireGuard creates a tunnel between your phone and a VPN server.