How to Hotspot VPN Connection on Windows
Setting up a Hotspot with a VPN connection on Windows allows you to share your VPN-protected internet connection with other devices. Below are steps to create a Hotspot with a VPN connection on a Windows PC:
Prerequisites:
- VPN Subscription:
- Ensure that you have a valid VPN subscription. Download and install the VPN client software on your Windows PC.
- Wireless Network Adapter:
- Your PC must have a wireless network adapter to create a hotspot.
Steps:
- Connect to VPN:
- Open the VPN client on your Windows PC and connect to the desired VPN server.
- Access Network and Sharing Center:
- Right-click on the network icon in your system tray (usually located in the lower-right corner of your screen) and select “Open Network & Internet settings.”
- Access Network and Sharing Center:
- In the Network & Internet settings, click on “Change adapter options” to open the Network Connections window.
- Access Adapter Properties:
- Locate your VPN connection in the Network Connections window. Right-click on it and select “Properties.”
- Share VPN Connection:
- In the Properties window, go to the “Sharing” tab.
- Enable Internet Connection Sharing (ICS):
- Check the box that says “Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s internet connection.”
- Select Virtual Wi-Fi Adapter:
- In the drop-down menu, choose the virtual Wi-Fi adapter that you will use to broadcast the hotspot. This adapter is typically named “Microsoft Hosted Network Virtual Adapter.”
- Configure Hotspot:
- Open the Command Prompt as an administrator. Type the following command to set up the hotspot:
bash
netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=YourHotspotName key=YourPassword
- Replace “YourHotspotName” with your desired hotspot name.
- Replace “YourPassword” with your preferred password.
- Open the Command Prompt as an administrator. Type the following command to set up the hotspot:
- Start Hotspot:
- Type the following command to start the hosted network:
bash
netsh wlan start hostednetwork
- Type the following command to start the hosted network:
- Enable Hotspot:
- Go back to the Network & Internet settings and select “Mobile hotspot” from the left sidebar. Turn on the Mobile hotspot toggle switch.
- Connect Other Devices:
- On other devices, search for available Wi-Fi networks, and you should see the hotspot you created. Connect to it using the password you specified.
Notes:
- Stopping the Hotspot:
- To stop the hotspot, use the command:
bash
netsh wlan stop hostednetwork
- To stop the hotspot, use the command:
- Automatically Start Hotspot with Windows:
- You can configure your PC to start the hosted network automatically. In the Command Prompt with administrator privileges, type:
bash
netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=YourHotspotName key=YourPassword
Followed by:
bashnetsh wlan start hostednetwork
- You can configure your PC to start the hosted network automatically. In the Command Prompt with administrator privileges, type:
- Security Considerations:
- Ensure your hotspot has a strong password.
- Be aware that some VPN providers may not support sharing your VPN connection via a hotspot.
By following these steps, you can create a hotspot with a VPN connection on your Windows PC and share the secure, VPN-protected internet connection with other devices.
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