Not able to connect on Linux with OpenVPN client, what should I do?

Written by Anastasiia
Updated 4 months ago

There is a known issue affecting the OpenVPN client on certain Linux distributions, which has been reported to OpenVPN and is currently pending a fix. In the meantime, you can address this by manually updating your DNS configuration. To do so, follow these steps:

  1. Open a terminal on your Linux system.
  2. Edit the resolv.conf file by running the following command:
    sudo nano /etc/resolv.conf
  3. Remove all existing content in the file and replace it with the following line:
    nameserver 208.67.222.222
  4. Save the changes and exit the editor.

For a more comprehensive understanding, we recommend watching our detailed video guide on how to set up a VPN on Linux & Ubuntu 22. It provides a step-by-step walkthrough of configuring a VPN on Linux systems.

Besides, you can explore our Linux setup guide in the Help Center for further details and troubleshooting tips. Both resources are designed to help ensure a smooth and secure VPN experience on Linux.

If you need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact our support team at [email protected]. We’re here to help!

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