If you're here, that means you're likely struggling with a problem that has left you frustrated and searching for a solution. That problem, I presume (based on the title of this post), is the inability to share your internet connection with your PC via Hotspot. You're not alone in this struggle! I too was once like you, just stick with me to the end of the post.
WHY CAN'T YOU SHARE YOUR VPN CONNECTION DIRECTLY?
When you're connected to a VPN service on your phone, your
proxy address and connection port change. This occurs because a VPN primarily
aims to mask your internet presence, thereby altering how your internet
connection works. Unfortunately, your PC cannot automatically read the new
proxy address and port created by your VPN, so you need to manually input them
into your PC. While this may seem straightforward, finding the proxy address
and port is nearly impossible.
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Some VPN apps provide these details automatically (like SSC, as seen in a previous post), but others don't, which is where the challenge lies. Since finding these details is difficult, a bridge is necessary to provide a temporary proxy address and port (which changes when you restart your phone). This bridge links your internet connection through the VPN connection to your PC. Fortunately, Every Proxy excels in this regard.
EVERY PROXY – A Bridge Between Connections
Every Proxy is an invaluable tool that helps you share your
VPN connection with your PC. But before we dive into the step-by-step guide,
let's understand why this process is crucial. When you're connected to a VPN,
your internet traffic is routed through a secure server, encrypting your data
and masking your IP address. This enhances your online privacy and security.
However, when you want to share this connection with your PC, the process
becomes complicated due to the proxy address and port changes.
Every Proxy offers more features beyond sharing your VPN connection. It also enables you to bypass firewalls, access geo-restricted content, and secure your internet connection. The app's versatility and user-friendly interface make it an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable proxy solution.
HOW TO SHARE YOUR VPN CONNECTION VIA EVERY PROXY
This is the
step-by-step guide on how to share your VPN connection using Every Proxy:
This app is available for Android devices, and its simplicity and effectiveness make it an excellent choice.
Step 2: Connect your phone to your PC via Hotspot.
Step 3: Open Every Proxy and enable the HTTPS switch.
Step 4: Note the "Host" (the first proxy address after
'exposed via') and "Port" values.
Step 5: On your PC, navigate to Settings > Network and Internet > Proxy.
This section allows you to configure your PC's proxy settings.
Step 6: Under "Manual proxy setup" tick "Use a proxy server" and enter the details from Every
Proxy ("Host" for "Proxy Address" and "Port" for
"Port").
Make sure to input the correct values, as this will determine the success of the connection.
Your PC should now be connected to the internet via your phone's VPN connection.
To confirm that your internet connection is being shared, return to Every Proxy. You'll notice data being received and sent, indicating a successful connection.
Note: Some VPN like Surfshark, can share their internet traffic via hotspot without Every Proxy. {alertInfo}
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You can also customize
your port to any number of your choice. This feature allows you to personalize
your connection settings.
- Click the three-dot icon (In updated versions, this icon has been moved to the left hand of the UI, and it's three horizontal lines now)
- Select Settings (which in newer versions is at the left hand of the UI too)
- Under HTTP Proxy, tap Port.
- Enter your desired sequence of numbers and click OK.
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IN CONCLUSION
Although several apps can help you achieve this, I've found
Every Proxy to be more stable and faster. You can also use this technique for
phone-to-phone internet sharing. If you're interested in learning more, click
here.
Go ahead and give it
a try – your online privacy and security will thank you!