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Download WireGuard
• Open the Mac App Store or visit the official WireGuard website.
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Install WireGuard
• Once downloaded, open the app and allow it to install.
• Grant permissions if macOS requests them during installation. -
Obtain Your VPN Configuration
• Get the WireGuard configuration file *.conf from your order.
• Alternatively, copy the configuration details manually if provided as text. -
Import the Configuration
• Open the WireGuard app.
• Click the “Add Tunnel” button and choose “Import from File or Archive” to upload your VPN configuration.
• For manual setup, choose “Create from Scratch” and enter the configuration details. -
Activate the VPN
• Select the imported tunnel from the list.
• Toggle the Switch to enable the VPN.
• If successful, the status will change to Connected. -
Verify the Connection
• Visit a website like whatismyipaddress.com to check your public IP.
• Ensure it reflects the VPN location instead of your actual location.
• Alternatively, check the connection status in the WireGuard app under the active tunnel. -
Optimize and Troubleshoot
• Ensure macOS firewall settings allow WireGuard traffic.
• Check for updates in the App Store to keep WireGuard current.
• If the connection fails, verify your configuration details or contact your VPN provider for support.