AdGuard VPN for Windows is a privacy-focused VPN application that encrypts internet traffic and masks users' IP addresses. It uses AdGuard's proprietary VPN protocol to establish secure connections through remote servers. Users can choose server locations, compare connection latency, and save preferred destinations. Split tunneling allows specific websites and applications to use or bypass the VPN. A Kill Switch blocks internet access if the protected connection unexpectedly drops. Additional settings include custom DNS servers, subnet exclusions, and automatic connection at startup. The application supports HTTP/2 over TLS and HTTP/3 over QUIC, with automatic protocol selection. Its interface provides traffic statistics, connection controls, and diagnostic logging. The GitHub repository serves as a public bug tracker rather than an open-source code repository.
Features
- Encrypted VPN connections with IP address masking and location privacy
- Selective split tunneling for individual websites, applications, and network subnets
- Automatic Kill Switch protection when the VPN connection unexpectedly disconnects
- HTTP/2 and HTTP/3 protocol support with automatic performance-based selection
- Custom DNS configuration with optional filtering against advertisements and trackers
- Saved server locations, connection statistics, and automatic startup configuration