On the Settings section of the VPN, you can update the app, check your subscription expiration date and make configurations. To view Settings, click the cog icon at the top-right of the application.
The following settings are displayed in VPN for Mac.
Overview of the VPN general tab
- Auto connect: Determines if the VPN automatically connects to a server as soon as the application opens. We recommend you toggle this switch ON to automatically connect to a privacy server. By default, this toggle is switched OFF.
- Trust local devices: Determines if other devices on your home network can share data directly with your Mac, such as a home printer. This setting is off by default.
- Connection rules: Controls which applications or IP addresses require the VPN to be ON to access the Internet. To configure this setting, see Connection rules in the VPN for Mac.
- Kill switch: If you lose your VPN connection, the Kill switch stops internet traffic from entering and leaving your device. With the kill switch on, you cannot connect to the Internet unless the VPN is connected. The VPN automatically turns on the Auto launch and Auto connect in your Settings. By default, this toggle is disabled. When enabled, a popup asks you to give permission for Privacy to filter network content.
Overview of the VPN about tab
- Subscription: Shows the expiration date for your VPN subscription.
- Product Information: Shows your VPN software version. Below, a blue Check for updates button displays. Click this button to update to the latest app version. An orange dot on the cog icon also indicates when an update is available. Click it to go to the Settings where you can update the VPN.
- Auto updates: When switched on, the auto update toggle automatically updates your VPN version to the latest version when it becomes available. By default, the toggle is enabled.
- Early access mode: Enables automatic updates to a beta release and prerelease features. Enabling the switch may cause stability issues. For more information, click the link to the Early access feedback forum. By default, the switch is disabled.
- Diagnostic mode: Generates a local report to the Malwarebytes Support team for better protection and to help troubleshoot issues. By default, the switch is off.
- View product information and support: Takes you to the VPN guide in your web browser.