Getting Started with Fortect VPN
Fortect VPN is built into the main Fortect dashboard, so you don’t need a separate installer. You’ll find its VPN tab on the left-hand panel. Follow the steps below to turn it on, pick a server, and understand what every indicator means.
Enabling/Disable the VPN
- Open VPN in the sidebar.
- Click the Power button.
- Green = Connected Red = Disconnected
Tip: If you only need the VPN for banking or streaming, toggle it on for that session and turn it off when you’re done.
Choose Your Connection Type
| Option | When to use it |
|---|---|
| Fastest Connection | One-click mode that picks the nearest, least-loaded server for maximum speed. |
| Choose Location | Manually select a country/region to unlock local pricing, bypass geo-blocks, or access home services while abroad. |
After connecting, the header will read “Connected to <City, Country>” and show the VPN-assigned IP.
Read the Live Indicators
Located directly under the connection header:
- Upload / Download rate – real-time throughput in Mb/s.
- Session timer – how long the tunnel has been active (hh:mm:ss).
- IP display – your real IP disappears; the new VPN IP is shown for quick verification.
These at-a-glance stats confirm the VPN is working and help you spot unusual slow-downs early.
Use Smart Auto-Connect
VPN Auto-Connect Options
| Setting | What it does | How to enable |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-connect on Startup | Boots Windows → VPN connects before other apps start talking to the internet. | VPN ► Auto-Connect at Startup → Toggle ON |
| Auto-connect on Insecure Wi-Fi | Detects open / WEP hotspots and secures them automatically. | VPN ► Settings ► Insecure Wi-Fi → Toggle ON |
Use both for hands-off protection when travelling or working in cafés. You can still pause the VPN manually at any time.
Quick Reference (Cheat Sheet)
- Power button green = safe & encrypted
- Fastest = lowest latency; good for gaming/voice calls
- Choose Location = best for streaming & price shopping
- Upload/Download = live speed; anything ≥ 25 Mb/s streams 4K smoothly
- Auto-connect = set once, forget forever
With these basics, you’re ready to enjoy private, unrestricted, and secure browsing—right inside the Fortect app.