To check your VPN on a Firestick, follow these steps:
1- Connect to your VPN :
Open your VPN app and connect to a server.
2- Verify connection status :
Ensure the VPN app shows "Connected" status.
3- Check IP address :
- Install a browser app (e.g., Silk or Firefox) on your Firestick.
- Visit ipleak.net or whatismyipaddress.com.
- If the displayed IP differs from your actual location, the VPN is working.
4- Test for DNS leaks :
- Use the browser to visit dnsleaktest.com.
- Run a test to ensure your DNS isn't leaking your real location.
5- Inspect network settings :
Go to Settings > Network and check if the VPN connection is listed
6- Enable Always-on VPN (if available):
Navigate to Settings > Network > VPN.
Select your VPN app and enable "Always-on VPN" if the option exists.
7- Try streaming:
Attempt to stream content that's normally geo-restricted to verify VPN functionality.
8- Speed test:
Use a speed test app or website to check if your VPN is significantly impacting your connection speed.
Note :
If you encounter issues, try clearing app data, switching servers, or contacting your VPN provider's support for Firestick-specific troubleshooting.