Help with VPN Setup and Kill Switch on GL-AX1800 (v4.7.13) with WireGuard and ProtonVPN

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Hi,

I recently set up a GL-AX1800 running firmware version 4.7.13, and I need some help with configuring the VPN properly. I have a few questions regarding my setup:

  1. VPN Setup for Specific Devices
    I want some devices to connect only through the VPN while others can use the regular internet connection without the VPN. Additionally, I need a "kill switch" or something similar to ensure that, if the VPN connection fails, the selected devices won’t accidentally use my regular IP.

  2. Issue with "Block Non-VPN Traffic"
    The “Block Non-VPN Traffic” option doesn't work for my needs because it blocks all non-VPN traffic, and I still want a few devices to connect to the internet without the VPN.

  3. Policy Mode Based on Client Device
    If I use the "Policy Mode" setting and select devices that I want to connect to the VPN, will these devices only use the VPN connection? Specifically, if the VPN connection fails, will my regular IP be exposed or will the kill switch prevent that?

  4. Proper Setup for Kill Switch and VPN Routing
    Could you please guide me on how to set this up properly so that only specific devices are routed through the VPN, with automatic protection in case of VPN failure?

I'm using WireGuard with ProtonVPN, and any assistance or step-by-step instructions would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

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Hi,

please read VPN Dashboard (Firmware v4.7 and earlier) - GL.iNet Router Docs 4 as it will answer nearly all your questions. I would recommend to upgrade to 4.8 beta to have access to more advanced VPN policies. You can download the beta here: GL.iNet download center

Then you can follow the steps here: VPN Dashboard - GL.iNet Router Docs 4

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Thanks, updated to 4.8.3. Got everything working now!

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Glad to hear! :seal: