Set-up OpenVPN on macOS
Step-by-step guide to manually set up OpenVPN on macOS using VPN99 CRM and OpenVPN Connect. Includes Stealth Mode v2 for enhanced privacy.
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Please choose OpenVPN Stealth v2 if you are trying to connect from Russia, China, Iran, UAE and other countries with restricted firewalls.
Establishing an OpenVPN connection on macOS:
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Run the downloaded file by clicking on it.
Follow the installation prompts:
Step 5
Once installation has been completed, run OpenVPN Connect from the Finder —> Applications menu.
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Gentle reminder: Your "Advanced VPN Credentials" should ONLY be the user name and password you use for any manual connections (for ex. OpenVPN or WireGuard). Please do NOT use your VPN99 user name and password.
Image below is a reminder you'll see on your CRM;
Step 7
You will be shown a 'Missing external certificate alert' —> Press Continue.
You are now connected!
Use the toggle switch on top to disconnect and reestablish the VPN connection.