How to setup VPN on Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, Android

IKEv2 protocol is a part of IPsec protocol suite and is used to create a reliably protected VPN connection. Distinctive feature of IKEv2 is the ability to automatically reestablish VPN tunnel connection in case of a temporary VPN disconnect which is a useful feature for mobile users. Another IKEv2 advantages are an easy setup process and no need to use additional software.

Use our guide to quickly setup VPN connection with IKEv2 protocol on your Macbook or iMac and you will be able to use Internet anonymously and protect your data from hackers' interception while using public Wi-Fi hotspots.

Click on Apple icon snd select System Preferences..., in appeared window click Network.

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 1

Click on "plus" icon from bottom left.

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 2

Set the following settings:

Interface - VPN
VPN Type - IKEv2
Service Name - any desired name for connection, for example SecureVPN

To continue click Create.

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 3

Set connection parameters:

Server Address - address of VPN-server to connect for
Remote ID - same as Server Address

Click here to get the list of servers.

To proceed click Authentication Settings.

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 4

Set accounting data and click OK:

Username - username
Password - password

Important Note: your VPN username and password is placed in file readme.txt (was sent to your email after ordering the subscription).

username password

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 5

Check Show VPN status in menu bar and click Apply.

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 6

To establish VPN-connection click on VPN icon from status bar and hit Connect.

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 7

To break VPN-connection click on VPN icon from status bar and select Disconnect.

Setting up IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X, step 8

If you need change address of VPN server - open properties of VPN connection and set new address of VPN server, then click Apply.

Our fresh VPN server list is here.

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How to setup IKEv2 VPN on Mac OS X

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