Frequently asked questions
Everything you might want to know before connecting.
Rudder VPN is a lightweight, browser-based VPN for Firefox. When you connect, your internet traffic is routed through one of Rudder's secure servers before it reaches the wider internet, adding a meaningful layer of privacy to your daily browsing.
Click to connect from your toolbar and your traffic is routed through a secure Rudder server. The sites you visit see the server's IP address instead of your real one, which helps keep your location and activity out of sight.
You can route your traffic through secure servers in the United States, Canada, or the United Kingdom. Choose whichever location works best for you.
No. There is no signup, no email address, and no subscription. Install Rudder VPN and it is ready to use immediately, at no cost.
Yes. Rudder VPN is free to install and use, with no hidden fees and no account required.
Yes. Rudder VPN supports Firefox's private browsing mode, so your protection stays active even when you're browsing in a private window.
Public networks at coffee shops, hotels, airports, and libraries introduce extra risk. Rudder VPN helps shield your browser traffic on any network, not just trusted ones at home or work.
Rudder VPN includes access to a private search experience at search.ruddervpn.com, letting you search without connecting your queries to your identity.
Rudder VPN is built around your privacy. It does not require an account, does not collect personal information, and does not log your browsing activity. Your traffic is not shared with advertisers or third parties.
You can remove Rudder VPN at any time from Firefox's add-ons page. See our uninstall guide for step-by-step instructions.