How To Set Up A Free VPN Server Using MAC
In the 21st century where we are flooded with data leaks and privacy hacks, it is possible that you have heard or used a VPN before. Basically, a Virtual Private Network is a software that gives you privacy online and makes sure your location stays private. So, if you want to keep your data safe and scroll through the web anonymously on your Mac, here’s how you can set up a free VPN server using Mac.
Windscribe is one of the best free VPNs out there in the market that allows you to browse the web the way it is meant to be done.
Step 1
Open a Browser and go to ‘windscribe.com’
Open your favorite browser and head over to this link https://windscribe.com/.
Step 2
Download Windscribe for Mac
Click on the ‘Install for OSX’ option. Once you click it, it will start the download in a few seconds.
Step 3
Add Windscribe Extension
VPNs work best when they are an extension of your browser. You can click on the button ‘Add to Chrome’ or your browser name to add the Windscribe extension.
Step 4
Run Windscribe
After downloading the software app, you can now run it.
Step 5
Install Windscribe
Now drag the windscribe icon to the applications folder to start the installation process.
Step 6
Choose plan ‘Windscribe’
After the applications open, it will ask you to create a profile of yours if you don’t have one already. You can choose the free service or upgrade to a monthly plan for more features.
Step 7
Sign up to Windscribe
Fill the form by entering the required details and click on the button ‘Create Free Account’ to sign up to Windscribe.
Step 8
Login to your Account
After creating your account, now restart the application and select ‘yes’ when it says, ‘Do you already have an Account?’. Now, enter the username and password to login to the app and start using the VPN.
Step 9
Choose the country
Click on the country name as shown in the image below, you will see a list of country names. Choose the country of which IP address you want to use with Windscribe.
Step 10
Switch ON the server
After selecting a country from the list of a few given countries, you can now tap on the ON icon to the right. And now your location is under VPN protection.
We suggest you add the Windscribe extension to your browser too which will enhance the security. And this is how you can easily set up a free VPN server with just a few clicks.
Report
