How a VPN Works Behind the Scenes
When you activate a VPN, it creates a secure, encrypted tunnel — known as a VPN tunnel — between your device and a remote VPN server. This tunnel shields all of your internet activity, from browsing websites to using apps, so that no one — not even your internet service provider — can see what you're doing online.
Instead of connecting to the internet directly, your traffic is routed through the VPN server. This makes it appear as if you're browsing from the VPN server's location. As a result, you enjoy greater privacy, better security, and the ability to access region-restricted content.