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How to Enable VPN Split Tunneling in Windows 10 [4 Ways]

Split tunneling lets you use VPN and local traffic at the same time

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Updated onAugust 2, 2024

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Today, we’ll show you how to set up VPN split tunneling on Windows 10.

This feature lets you secure important data with your VPN whilekeeping your internet fastfor gaming and streaming onNetflixor other international platforms.

It’s great for managing bandwidth and ensuring smooth gameplay without slowdowns. Let’s get started.

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How do I set up split tunneling in Windows 10?

1. Edit the VPN connection properties

To disable split tunneling, go to the same place and enableUse default gateway on remote network.

This method can be used to remotely connect to another PC, in order to access files through VPN and use the remote LAN resources while also staying connected to your home network.

2. Use PowerShell

This method uses the L2tp split tunnel and is identical to the first one but faster for Windows 10 users familiar with PowerShell.

Furthermore, it’s possible to create and run PowerShell scripts that automatically execute commands like enabling or disabling split tunneling.

Join ourPowerShell Troubleshooting Hubif you’re experiencing any issues with this utility.

3. Get a VPN client with split tunneling

ExpressVPN

4. Change router firmware settings

You can also configure split tunneling at the router level if the firmware supports this feature.

It’s an excellent way toshare your VPN connectionwith devices that don’t have native support for VPN clients, such as gaming consoles.

If you’re worried about security, you shouldn’t. Split tunneling doesn’t take anything away from the VPN’s safety features, as long as you use a secure protocol with strong encryption, such as OpenVPN with 256-bit AES.

At the same time, split tunneling doesn’t hamper the connection speed or add any latency. There are only perks to enabling split tunneling on Windows 10 PCs, so feel free to try it yourself.

Is split tunneling safe?

Split tunneling is perfectly safe to set up and use. You don’t have to worry about any security vulnerabilities when setting up a VPN between two networks.

Does OpenVPN support split tunneling?

Yes, OpenVPN supports split tunneling. You can exclude IP addresses using route IPaddress netmask net_gateway. For example, route 192.168.1.0 255.255.255.0 net_gateway

Conclusion

To sum up, you can set up split tunneling by editing the Windows 10 VPN connection properties or by using PowerShell. You can also use a VPN that has split tunneling features.

A fourth alternative is to set up split tunneling mode at the router level if your router firmware supports this feature. It will divert network traffic for all devices connected to your home Wi-Fi.

Did you manage to set up a split tunnel through VPN? Let us know how you did it in the comment section below.

How to Enable VPN Split Tunneling in Windows 10 [4 Ways]#

How do I set up split tunneling in Windows 10?#

1. Edit the VPN connection properties#

2. Use PowerShell#

3. Get a VPN client with split tunneling#

ExpressVPN#

4. Change router firmware settings#

Is split tunneling safe?#

Does OpenVPN support split tunneling?#

Conclusion#