VPNBook is a free VPN service that can be used to route your Windows computer’s internet traffic through a VPN server. A VPN can help protect your connection on public networks and can also provide a different IP address when browsing the internet.
Windows supports VPN connections natively, so you can configure a VPNBook connection without installing a dedicated VPN application. VPNBook provides VPN server information, including server addresses and authentication credentials, that can be entered into Windows.
In this guide, you will learn how to use VPNBook on a Windows computer, including how to obtain the required VPNBook information, configure the VPN connection, connect to the VPN server, disconnect, and troubleshoot common connection problems.
Note: VPNBook’s available servers, usernames, passwords, and connection methods can change. Always obtain the current connection details from the official VPNBook website before configuring the connection.
What You Need Before Starting
Before setting up VPNBook on Windows, you need:
- A Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer
- An active internet connection
- A VPNBook server address
- A VPNBook username
- The current VPNBook password
- Windows administrator access if required by your configuration
VPNBook can be configured using Windows’ built-in VPN settings. The exact options available can vary depending on the VPN protocol and Windows version.
Method 1: Get VPNBook Server Details
The first step is to obtain the current VPNBook server information.
- Open a web browser on your Windows computer.
- Visit the official VPNBook website.
- Look for the available Free VPN servers.
- Choose a server location.
- Note the server address provided for the VPN connection.
- Find the current VPNBook username and password.
- Keep this information available because you will need it when creating the Windows VPN connection.
VPNBook may provide several server locations. If one server is slow or unavailable, you can try another server.
Method 2: Set Up VPNBook Using Windows Settings
Windows includes a built-in VPN configuration page that can be used to create a VPN connection.
Step 1: Open Windows VPN Settings
On Windows 11:
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
- Select Network & internet.
- Click VPN.
You can also search for VPN settings from the Windows Start menu.
Step 2: Add a VPN Connection
Click Add VPN or Add VPN connection.
Windows will display a VPN configuration form.
Enter the following information.
VPN provider:
Select:
Windows (built-in)Connection name:
Enter a name that helps you identify the connection, such as:
VPNBookServer name or address:
Enter the current VPNBook server address.
For example:
vpn-server-addressUse the actual server address provided by VPNBook rather than this example.
Step 3: Select the VPN Type
The VPN type must match the protocol supported by the VPNBook server you selected.
Depending on the server information supplied by VPNBook, select the appropriate option, such as:
PPTPor another supported protocol.
Do not randomly select a VPN protocol. If the protocol does not match the VPNBook server, the connection will fail.
Step 4: Select Sign-in Information
Under Type of sign-in info, select the authentication method required by the VPNBook server.
For a username and password configuration, select:
Username and passwordEnter your VPNBook username.
Then enter the current VPNBook password.
Step 5: Save the Configuration
Review the information you entered.
You should have something similar to:
VPN provider: Windows (built-in)
Connection name: VPNBook
Server name or address: VPNBook server
VPN type: Protocol specified by VPNBook
Type of sign-in info: Username and password
Username: VPNBook username
Password: VPNBook passwordClick Save.
Your VPNBook connection has now been added to Windows.
Method 3: Connect to VPNBook
After creating the VPN connection, you can connect to it from Windows Settings.
- Open Settings.
- Go to Network & internet.
- Select VPN.
- Find the VPNBook connection.
- Click Connect.
Windows will attempt to establish a connection with the VPNBook server.
If the credentials and server information are correct, the connection should change to Connected.
You can now use your normal web browser and other internet applications through the VPN connection.
Method 4: Connect Using the Windows Network Menu
Windows 11 can also provide quick access to VPN connections through the taskbar.
- Click the network, volume, or battery area on the Windows taskbar.
- Select the network controls.
- Look for the VPN option.
- Select your VPNBook connection.
- Click Connect if available.
If the VPN connection does not appear there, use the VPN page in Windows Settings.
How to Check Whether VPNBook Is Connected
After connecting to VPNBook, you may want to verify that the VPN connection is actually working.
Open your browser and search for:
What is my IP addressCompare the displayed IP address and location before and after connecting to the VPN.
You can also check Windows:
- Open Settings.
- Select Network & internet.
- Select VPN.
- Check the status of your VPNBook connection.
It should show that the connection is active.
Keep in mind that an IP-location service only provides an approximate location and isn’t proof by itself that every application is routing traffic through the VPN.
How to Disconnect VPNBook
When you no longer need the VPN:
- Open Settings.
- Go to Network & internet.
- Select VPN.
- Find VPNBook.
- Click Disconnect.
Your computer will return to its normal internet connection.
How to Remove VPNBook From Windows
If you no longer want to use the VPNBook configuration, you can remove it.
- Open Settings.
- Go to Network & internet.
- Click VPN.
- Find the VPNBook connection.
- Open its options.
- Select Remove.
This removes the VPN configuration from Windows. It does not uninstall anything because the connection was created using Windows’ built-in VPN functionality.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is VPNBook free to use?
VPNBook offers free VPN services, although its available servers and connection options can change over time. Check the official VPNBook website for the current service details.
2. Can I use VPNBook without installing software?
Yes. If the VPNBook server and protocol you want to use are supported by Windows’ built-in VPN functionality, you can create the connection directly through Windows Settings.
3. Why does my VPNBook password not work?
VPNBook’s free-service credentials may change. Obtain the current username and password from VPNBook and update the credentials saved in Windows.
4. Can VPNBook increase my internet speed?
Normally, you should not expect a VPN to increase your internet speed. VPN encryption and the additional distance to the VPN server can reduce performance. A heavily loaded free VPN server can make the connection considerably slower.
Conclusion
VPNBook can be configured on a Windows computer using the built-in Windows VPN settings, provided the VPNBook server and protocol are compatible with Windows’ native VPN client.
The basic process is straightforward: obtain the latest VPNBook server and login information, create a new VPN connection in Settings > Network & internet > VPN, select the correct VPN protocol, enter your credentials, and connect.
If the connection doesn’t work, verify the server address, VPN protocol, username, and current password first. Trying another VPNBook server can also help when a particular server is unavailable or overloaded.
For the best security, keep Windows updated and remember that using a VPN does not eliminate all online privacy and security risks.
