How Do I Know If My VPN Is Working?

A simple lesson for checking whether your VPN is changing your visible IP address, hiding your ISP, and avoiding common DNS or WebRTC leaks.

Plain-English explanation

A VPN is working when websites see the VPN server details instead of your normal internet connection. The basic check is to compare your visible IP before and after connecting, then run DNS and WebRTC leak checks.

Why it matters

A VPN may be connected but still reveal DNS, browser, or account-based signals.
Different browsers and devices can behave differently, so testing once on one device is not enough.
Location results can be approximate, but your ISP should usually change when the VPN is active.

Quick self-check

Disconnect your VPN and check your visible IP and ISP.
Connect to your VPN and refresh the page.
Run DNS and WebRTC leak tests while the VPN is connected.

What to do next

Use the VPN working checker.
Run DNS and WebRTC leak checks.
If your real ISP still appears, review VPN app settings before relying on the connection.