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title: VPNs
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description: Follow this quick start guide to get connected using our VPN service. Avoid bans and blocks in your preferred platforms. We show you how to connect using our simple browser extension or any third party tool of your preference.
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## Introduction to VPN

With our VPN (acronym of Virtual Private Network) service, you can get instant access to a more secure and open Internet:

- Unblock all geo-restricted content
- Become anonymous online. No logs
- Watch U.S. Netflix or Hulu from any country
- Integrate with your own software or use IPBurger browser extensions as shown 

In this guide, we will explore all the features and configurations for VPN services to use them efficiently.

 

## Introduction to Dashboard

After your order is completed, you will be able to access your VPN Service [here](https://secure.ipburger.com/clientarea.php?action=services). The Dashboard is designed with utmost care that makes it easy for you to configure and use the IPBurger VPN.



![](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/7adGVuAETeihNGyZPi8U)

1. It shows the Type of plan and the Status of the service.
2. Download VPN Credentials.
3. You can view the last paid or current unpaid invoice.
4. Change Billing Cycle,** **allows you to change your current billing cycle for the VPN service.
5. Should you wish to discontinue the plan, you can place a cancellation request here.

## Download VPN credentials

Click on the **Download VPN Credentials** button to view credentials or download various profiles. You can choose from the various Protocol here:



![](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/o6LnRc1WS8ePotwOLcvt)

- SoftEther profile can be used with [SoftEther software](https://www.ipburger.com/docs/configuration/softether/setup-softether-on-windows-7-8-10)
- You can use HTTP or HTTPS for the [Chrome extension](https://www.ipburger.com/docs/configuration/browser-extension/ipburger-chrome-extension) 
- HTTP, HTTPS, or SOCSKv5 for [Firefox extension ](https://www.ipburger.com/docs/configuration/browser-extension/ipburger-firefox-extension)
- For mobile setup, you can [use OpenVPN](https://www.ipburger.com/docs/configuration/openvpn/set-up-open-vpn-connect-on-ios) or [L2TP-IPSec](https://www.ipburger.com/docs/configuration/l2tp-ipsec/set-up-l2tp-ipsec-on-windows-10)

Once you click on any of the protocols, you will be prompted to choose the location. 



![](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/TpRYruhRR7aOKfSBwzfX)

After selecting a location, the credentials will be shown or a profile will be downloaded.

To learn more about the different ways to connect please follow our configuration guides:

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For any queries, feel free to [reach out to our Support](https://secure.ipburger.com/support), we are happy to help!