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VPN kill switches explained: what they protect, how to test one safely, and common limitations

A kill switch blocks your internet the moment the VPN tunnel drops, so your real IP and traffic never leak by accident. We explain exactly what it protects, how to test one without exposing yourself, and the reboot, sleep and app-level gaps that catch people out.

VPNRatings Editorial · Jul 21, 2026
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