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SETUP GUIDES

Linux VPN Setup Guides

Connect VPNUK on Linux using WireGuard, OpenVPN, L2TP/IPSec, PPTP or SmartDNS. Guides based on Ubuntu — compatible with most Debian-based distributions.

5 connection methods Ubuntu & Debian 24/7 live support

CONNECTION METHODS

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Recommended: OpenVPN

The most reliable way to connect on Linux is using OpenVPN with our pre-configured config file. Download from the Members Area, import into the network manager, and connect.

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OpenVPN

Pre-configured config file. Import into Network Manager and connect with one click.

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Dedicated IP Only

WireGuard

Available on Dedicated IP accounts. Fastest protocol — config file from Members Area.

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L2TP/IPSec

Native Linux VPN support. No third-party apps required — built into the network manager.

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PPTP

Quickest to set up via the built-in Linux network manager. Simple username and password login.

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SmartDNS

Geo-unblocking without VPN encryption. Change your DNS settings to access region-locked content.

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Where are my VPN credentials?

Your VPN username and password were emailed when you signed up. You can also find them in the Members Area under VPNUK Account Details. These are different from your Members Area login.

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