Always stay secure online with Kill Switch in BearVPN
What is Kill Switch
Without a Kill Switch, even a brief VPN disruption could expose your sensitive data. By instantly blocking internet access until the VPN reconnects, this feature acts as a safety net, keeping your online presence private and secure at all times.
Why do you need a VPN Kill Switch
Prevents IP and data leaks
If your VPN connection drops, your internet traffic reverts to your regular network, exposing your real IP address and browsing data. A Kill Switch instantly blocks internet access, preventing leaks until your VPN reconnects.
Ensures privacy on public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi networks are hotspots for hackers. If your VPN disconnects, your data could become vulnerable. A Kill Switch shields you from cyber threats by ensuring your connection stays encrypted at all times.
Protects against ISP and government tracking
Your ISP and government agencies constantly monitor online activity. A sudden VPN drop could reveal what you're doing online. A Kill Switch keeps your identity hidden by cutting off your connection until the VPN is restored.
Essential for streaming and torrenting
If you're accessing geo-restricted content or torrenting, a dropped VPN could expose your real location, leading to restrictions or copyright warnings. A Kill Switch prevents accidental exposure, ensuring seamless security.
Keeps online banking and transactions secure
A VPN protects your financial transactions from prying eyes. If your connection drops during an online payment, a Kill Switch prevents your banking details from leaking over an unsecured network.
Prevents apps from sending unprotected data
Many apps and services run in the background and continue to send or receive data even if your VPN drops. Without a Kill Switch, this traffic could bypass the VPN and expose your information. A Kill Switch blocks all internet access instantly, ensuring no app transmits data over an unencrypted connection.
Types of Kill Switch
VPN providers offer two main types of Kill Switches to keep your data secure:
VPN Kill Switch for all devices
How to use Kill Switch in BearVPN
How does a VPN Kill Switch works
Monitoring
The kill switch continuously tracks your VPN connection, checking for any changes in status or IP address.
Detecting
If the system detects any issues that could disrupt the VPN, such as connection drops or IP address changes, it activates.
Blocking
Depending on the type of VPN you're using, the kill switch either blocks specific apps or cuts off your entire device’s internet access to prevent unencrypted traffic.
Restoring
Once the issue is resolved, the kill switch will automatically restore your internet connection, allowing you to resume browsing securely without any manual effort.
When does a VPN Kill Switch activated
Connection drop
If your VPN connection unexpectedly disconnects, the kill switch immediately blocks your internet access to prevent unencrypted traffic from being sent.
IP Address change
If your IP address changes unexpectedly, the kill switch will step in to protect your data until the VPN connection is stable again.
VPN failure
If your VPN software encounters an issue that causes it to stop functioning, the kill switch will cut off your internet to ensure no sensitive information is exposed.
More than a VPN Kill Switch
Kill Switch
Automatically blocks your internet if the VPN disconnects, keeping your data safe from leaks.
Hide IP
Decide which apps use the VPN while others access the internet directly—balance security and speed effortlessly
Split Tunneling
Decide which apps use the VPN while others access the internet directly—balance security and speed effortlessly.
Advanced encryption
Shields your data with top-tier encryption, protecting you from hackers, ISPs, and surveillance.
Up to 10 devices
Secure up to 10 devices simultaneously with one BearVPN account—perfect for work, travel, and home use.
Dedicated IP
Connect with a unique IP address that’s yours alone to reduce CAPTCHA prompts and access trusted services more reliably.
