VPN for Chromebook: secure your browsing

Yes, you can use a VPN on a Chromebook. To use a VPN for Chromebook, you just need a device that supports Android apps and a VPN app that can be downloaded from Google Play.

Alternatively, you can use a VPN Chrome browser extension, but this will only protect your browser traffic, not your entire device. A third way to get a Chromebook VPN is to set up a VPN on your home router. This is recommended for all users since it protects all devices on your network at once.

Surfshark and any other VPN service with a dedicated Android app will work on a Chromebook that supports Android apps. You can also use a VPN Chrome extension to secure your Chromebook’s browser traffic.

Here’s how you download a Google Chrome VPN extension:

1. Open your Chrome browser.
2. Go to the Chrome Web Store.
3. Select Extensions on the left side of the screen.
4. Type a VPN service’s name in the search bar (e.g., Surfshark).
5. Click Add to Chrome. Log in, and your Chrome extension is ready to go.

The best VPN for Chromebooks is a service like Surfshark that offers a paid plan and is compatible with Chrome OS. A paid Chrome VPN is more likely to provide safer internet access, a smoother connection, and more high-speed servers.

A free VPN, on the other hand, may compromise internet speed, collect and sell your data, and lack a Chrome extension. 

School Chromebooks often have restrictions set by administrators that limit VPN usage and don’t let you download Android apps. As a result, the best VPN for school Chromebooks is often one that offers an extension for the Google Chrome browser — like Surfshark.

To get a VPN on a school Chromebook, you can download a VPN app like Surfshark from the Google Play Store or install a VPN browser extension from the Chrome Web Store (note that this will only secure your browser traffic). If both options are blocked, you may need to speak with your school’s IT department, as some schools have strict restrictions on VPN usage.