How to Turn Off TuxlerVPN on Windows, Chrome, or Firefox
Disconnecting TuxlerVPN returns covered traffic to the device’s ordinary network path. The steps depend on whether you use the Windows application or a browser extension.
TuxlerVPN on Windows
- Open the TuxlerVPN application.
- Use the application’s current disconnect control.
- Wait for the application to report a disconnected state.
- Confirm that the ordinary public IP has returned with the VPN testing checklist.
TuxlerVPN Standard on Windows is community-powered: while the free application remains installed, the device can participate in the residential network. Premium devices do not participate.
TuxlerVPN on Chrome or Firefox
Open the TuxlerVPN extension from the browser toolbar and use its current disconnect control. Confirm the extension reports that it is disconnected.
Disabling or removing an extension affects only that browser extension; it does not disconnect a separate Windows application. TuxlerVPN Chrome and Firefox extensions cover supported browser traffic and require Premium. The guide to browser-extension scope explains that distinction.
What changes after disconnection
The local network or ISP once again carries the disconnected traffic without the VPN tunnel layer, and destinations normally receive the ordinary public address. HTTPS continues to protect web content on correctly configured sites. The guide to public-IP changes explains the routing change.
Restoring the ordinary connection
Restart the TuxlerVPN application and the device, then confirm the normal connection in Windows or the browser. TuxlerVPN support can assist if the ordinary connection still needs attention.
Ending Standard participation on Windows
Disconnecting TuxlerVPN Standard ends the active VPN connection, but the free Windows application can continue participating in the community-powered residential network while it remains installed. To stop participation, uninstall TuxlerVPN Standard from Windows.