Security

Internet speed test for VPN users

See how encryption affects your speeds and latency, then adjust gateways and protocols to regain performance.

WireGuard & OpenVPNSplit tunnel guidanceBaseline vs. VPN testing
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Test your internet speed

Measure download, upload, and latency instantly—no installs.

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Actionable insights
See how your results stack up for streaming, gaming, and remote work.
Run again after tweaks to confirm Wi-Fi and device improvements.
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Setup checklist

Get faster, steadier results

Follow these focused steps, run a fresh speed test, and compare the numbers against your goals.

Speed targets when on VPN

  • Expect 10–30% speed loss; aim for 50–150 Mbps download for smooth browsing and HD streaming.
  • Latency may rise by 20–40 ms—keep total ping under 80 ms for real-time apps.
  • Upload should stay above 10 Mbps for file syncing and video calls through VPN.

Optimize VPN performance

  • Connect to the nearest VPN gateway and test both WireGuard and OpenVPN protocols.
  • Switch to split tunneling for streaming apps to reduce congestion while keeping work apps secured.
  • Use Ethernet or Wi-Fi 6 to minimize local bottlenecks before your traffic hits the VPN tunnel.

Test on and off VPN

  • Run SwiftSpeedTest with VPN on and off to compare baseline vs. encrypted throughput.
  • If VPN speeds are much lower, change gateway regions and retest during non-peak hours.
  • Document download, upload, and latency deltas to show your IT team or provider.

Retest and log improvements

Run SwiftSpeedTest after each change. Note the download, upload, and latency shifts to lock in better performance.

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