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10 Methods to Fix VPN Not Working On Windows 11
Get back to using VPN on Windows 11 with these simple fixes
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Updated onAugust 2, 2024
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Whether you’re using a VPN for work, to stream videos, or to keep your online activity secure, Windows 11 VPN issues can be a real pain.
You might be dealing with theWindows 11 L2TP VPN not working, or perhaps SSTP, PPTP, WireGuard, or OpenVPN isn’t connecting properly.
No matter the exact error you’re getting, today we’ll help you tackle it. So, whether you rely on a corporate solution or a personal one, the steps below will help you troubleshoot it.
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How can I fix Windows 11’s VPN if it’s not working?
Check out a quick video overview of the steps. For a deeper dive, be sure to read the full article.
1. Update Windows 11
2. Reinstall WAN Miniport network adapters
3. Flush the DNS
4. Disable Internet Protocol Version 6
5. Disable Proxy settings
6. Turn off firewalls
If you’ve installed third-partyantivirus or firewall software, disable it via its context menu. Right-click your antivirus utility’s system tray icon to open its context menu.
Select to disable your antivirus utility for a few hours before connecting to a VPN server.
Should this resolution resolve the issue, changeWindows Defender Firewall’ssettings for your VPN software. To do so, click theAllow an app through the firewalloption.
Make sure thePublicandPrivatecheckboxes for your VPN software are selected. Then you can turn the firewall back on.
7. Set up an exception for UDP
8. Reinstall your VPN software
9. Try another VPN
If you’re facing VPN issues on Windows 11, consider a more reliable solution. Nordsec, the company behind NordVPN offers something for everyone:
NordVPNis excellent for personal use, offering strong encryption, over 5,000 servers, and high-speed connections.
Plus, if you want to set up your own VPN, the💰freeMeshnetfeaturelets you create secure personal networks across multiple devices.
It’s built-in within the NordVPN app, but you can use it without a subscription. It could be a good choice for remote work and file sharing. Alternatively, if you need more security and enterprise-oriented solutions, considerNordLayer.
NordVPN
10. Reset Windows 11
How do I enable VPN in Windows 11?
Why is my VPN not working on Windows 11?
You’ve seen some potential causes of the VPN issue on a Windows 11 computer. In the following section, we’ll show you several tried-and-true fixes for the issue.
How can I manually add and connect to VPNs in Windows 11?
Note that the solutions we will share are vital for many instances of this VPN problem, including Windows 11 IPsec, SSTP, Forticlient, PPTP, and L2TP VPN not working.
You will also find them helpful if your Touch VPN, Unifi VPN, or OpenVPN are not working on Windows 11.
Wrapping up
If you fixed your VPN not working in Windows 11 with a different method, let us know in the comments section below. You can also add any questions about fixing VPNs in Windows 11 there.
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Matthew Adams
Windows Hardware Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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