Windows App General Settings
 

You have the flexibility to adjust settings in the FireSideVPN app to match your preferences. If necessary, you can easily return to the default settings with just a single click.

If you’re looking to have the FireSideVPN application start automatically when your system boots up, follow the instructions below for a quick setup:

  • Click the Hamburger icon (≡) from the top right of the FireSideVPN app.
  • Click ⚙️ Preferences.
  • You will see the Launch App on the system start option in the general settings tab.
  • Toggle the Launch App on system start to turn it on.
  • FireSideVPN app will now launch automatically on system start-up.

This feature provides the convenience of on-the-go security for times when you use public Wi-Fi or any network that seems questionable. Follow the step-by-step instructions below for a secure experience:

  • Click Hamburger icon (≡) from the top right of FireSideVPN app.
  • Click ⚙️ Preferences.
  • You will see the Auto-connect on launch option in the general settings tab.
  • Toggle Auto-connect on launch to turn it on.
  • Once it’s turned on, you will see a drop-down menu from where you can choose the desired option to let the application know which location to connect to after launching the app. The following options are available to choose from:
    • Recommended Location
    • Recently Connected Location
    • Specific Location

Boost your privacy without compromising security by using the Internet kill switch. This feature works automatically, requiring no manual configuration. It shuts off the VPN in case of an unexpected drop or disconnect, protecting your data and location from exposure until you’re reconnected. Interested in activating this feature? Follow the instructions below:

  • Click Hamburger icon (≡) from the top right of FireSideVPN app.
  • Click ⚙️ Preferences.
  • Select the Advanced tab.
  • Toggle Enable IKS to turn it on.
  • That’s it! You are now even more protected, and your internet will automatically get disconnected upon VPN disconnection.

Stay in the loop with FireSideVPN notifications! Turn on notifications to get updates about your FireSideVPN connection status, as well as the latest news and upgrade offers. Curious about how to activate this feature? Follow the instructions below:

  • Click Hamburger icon (≡) from the top right of FireSideVPN app.
  • Click ⚙️ Preferences.
  • In the general settings tab, you will see the Show notifications option.
  • Toggle Show notifications to turn it on.

FireSideVPN is dedicated to providing a great customer experience, regularly refining features and their functionality to improve your overall usage. Stay informed about the latest updates in the FireSideVPN application. Wondering how to activate this feature? Follow the instructions below:

  • Click Hamburger icon (≡) from the top right of FireSideVPN app.
  • Click⚙️ Preferences.
  • In the general settings tab, you will see the Auto update option.
  • Toggle Auto update to turn it on.
  • FireSideVPN app will now get updated automatically whenever a new release occurs.

This option allows you to effortlessly reset the FireSideVPN app to its default settings. Wondering how to do it? Follow the instructions below:

  • Click Hamburger icon (≡) from the top right of FireSideVPN app.
  • Click⚙️ Preferences .
  • You will see the Clear all Preferences option in the general settings tab.
  • Click on the button and click Clear all Preferences to confirm.
  • Your app preference has been cleared successfully.