How to fix speed issues on Linux
Follow these steps to troubleshoot slow speed issues on Linux devices.
NOTE: Some decrease in speed (around 30%) is expected when using a VPN on Linux. This is normal due to the encryption process.
Common symptoms:
Your download and upload speed test results are lower than usual.
Websites and streaming videos take longer than usual to load.
Test several different locations
Even if you have used the Quick Connect button previously, you should try several other locations as well. Try the ones that are close to your physical location.
If you're not sure how to check if the speed has increased, use speedtest.net to test your speed.
Quick tips:
- Choose servers closest to your physical location for best speeds
- Test speed after connecting to each new location
- Use speedtest.net to measure improvements
Connect to an obfuscated server
Enable Obfuscation in the settings and connect to an obfuscated server.
Disable IPv6 on your Linux device
Some features of VPN Master Pro do not support IPv6. Having it enabled might dramatically decrease your connection speed.
To disable IPv6, read the article How to disable IPv6 on Linux.
Disable interfering apps
Apps like anti-virus, file-sharing clients, or other VPNs might use the same tools and resources on your Linux that VPN Master Pro needs. That can potentially slow down your VPN connection.
If you have any of those, try disabling them. Then, reboot your device and see if the connection gets any better.
Try the manual connection via the Network manager
A manual VPN connection will provide you with a basic VPN connection, bypassing all the features that might slow down your connection.
0Set custom DNS on your device
Custom DNS, like Cloudflare's or OpenDNS, might bring you a better speed and overall browsing experience.
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