Installation and use

The application supports Windows versions 8.1 64-bit and higher.

Please ensure that all antivirus and firewall applications (except the built-in Microsoft Defender) are completely uninstalled from your computer before using the VPN.
Running VPN applications simultaneously with most of these products is not possible.

1. When you open this page, the download of the installation file should start automatically.
If the download does not start, click on this link.

2. Launch the downloaded setup file and install the application.

3. For the application to work correctly, we recommend that you restart your computer after installing the application.

4. Launch the installed Red Shield VPN application, then select the "Sign up" tab and enter the data to create an account, or the "Sign in" tab and enter the account details if you already have one.


5. If the Red Shield VPN subscription is not paid, then click "Subscription", then pay for the subscription.


6. To connect, click the button on the main screen of the application. You can choose the location you want to connect to.
To do this, click on the name of the location and select another from the list.


7. If the connection is successful, the connection status will change to Connected.


8. To disconnect the VPN, click the button again on the main screen of the application.