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Kill Switch
Network Privacy
Stops internet if the VPN disconnects.
Definition
A VPN kill switch blocks your device from sending traffic to the internet if the VPN drops, so your real IP doesn’t leak.
In plain English
Stops internet if the VPN disconnects.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Without it, a VPN disconnect can suddenly expose your real network identity.
Example
Example: Your VPN app cuts the connection until the tunnel is back.
Apps Using Kill Switch
Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept