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VPN Kill Switch
Network Privacy
Network policy that blocks non-tunneled traffic.
Definition
A kill switch enforces firewall/routing rules to prevent traffic from bypassing the VPN interface, maintaining policy even during reconnection or failure.
In plain English
Network policy that blocks non-tunneled traffic.
Why this matters
Why it matters: It reduces leakage of source IP and DNS when tunnel state changes.
Example
Example: OS firewall rule set that only allows outbound traffic via the VPN interface.
Apps Using VPN Kill Switch
Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept