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What are the steps to set up Surfshark VPN on an Ubuntu system?

Hey everyone! I’ve been trying to get my Surfshark VPN up and running on my Ubuntu system, but honestly, I’m hitting a bit of a wall here. I know some of you are tech-savvy and probably know your way around Linux like it’s second nature, so I thought I’d reach out for some help.

First off, I’ve heard that installing a VPN on Ubuntu can be pretty straightforward, but the setup process seems to vary depending on the version you’re using, right? I’m on Ubuntu 22.04 (the latest LTS version), and I’ve followed some of the guides out there, but I still feel like I might be missing some important steps. It’s like I’m reading a recipe and skipping ingredients!

Last I checked, I downloaded the Surfshark client from their official site, but I’m kind of confused about the installation part. Do I need to use the terminal for everything? I’ve done some basic command line stuff, but I’m not exactly a pro. Do I need to install any dependencies first?

Also, I’d love to know about the configuration afterward. I’ve stumbled upon some tutorials that mention setting up the OpenVPN or WireGuard protocols; what’s the best way to go about this? Are one of these protocols more reliable or faster than the other on Ubuntu?

And then there’s the account side of things. I already have a Surfshark subscription but am unsure about how to connect to the servers or if there are specific settings I need to tweak for optimal performance. Should I be worried about DNS leaks too?

If anyone with experience can break this down into simple, manageable steps, I’d be super grateful! I really want to secure my online activities, but I need a bit of hand-holding to get there. Thanks a ton in advance!

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    1. Getting Surfshark VPN set up on Ubuntu 22.04 can definitely feel a bit daunting if you’re not used to the terminal. But don’t worry, I’ll break it down for you!

      1. Installing the Surfshark Client

      First, since you’ve already downloaded the Surfshark client, you can install it using the terminal. Open your terminal (you can do this by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T).

      Navigate to the directory where you downloaded the file. If it’s in your Downloads folder, use:

      cd ~/Downloads

      Assuming you downloaded a .deb file (which is common for Debian-based systems like Ubuntu), you can install it with:

      sudo dpkg -i .deb

      Replace <your-file-name> with the actual filename.

      If there are any dependency errors, you can fix them by running:

      sudo apt-get install -f

      This will automatically install any dependencies that are missing.

      2. Using the Terminal

      Yes, a lot of VPN setup on Linux involves using the terminal, but you got this! You don’t need to be a pro, just follow the commands step by step.

      3. Configuring the VPN

      Now, for the configuration part: you have the option to use either OpenVPN or WireGuard. Both are great, but:

      • WireGuard is generally faster and easier to set up.
      • OpenVPN is widely used and very reliable.

      A good approach is to start with WireGuard since you’re looking for speed!

      4. Connecting to Servers

      After you setup the VPN client, you’ll need to connect to the servers. You can do this via the Surfshark client interface if it provides one or via the command line by specifying the server you want to connect to.

      5. DNS Leaks

      About DNS leaks: it’s wise to make sure your VPN protects you from these. Most good VPN services, including Surfshark, have built-in DNS leak protection. You can test for leaks with online tools after you’ve connected to the VPN.

      6. Final Setup

      Try to follow these steps, and if you run into any issues, post back here with the error messages or problems, and we can troubleshoot together! Good luck!


    2. To get Surfshark VPN up and running on your Ubuntu 22.04 system, you’ll want to start by opening your terminal. First, you need to install some essential dependencies. You can do this by executing the following command:

      sudo apt update && sudo apt install openvpn unzip

      After that, download the Surfshark .zip package from their official site. Once downloaded, unzip the file in your home directory, and navigate into the extracted folder using:

      cd ~/surfshark-linux

      Now, you can begin the installation process. Run the installation script using:

      sudo ./install.sh

      For configuration, both OpenVPN and WireGuard are supported by Surfshark, with WireGuard being known for its speed and reliability. If you prefer OpenVPN, connect to a server using:

      sudo openvpn [config_file].ovpn

      On the other hand, for WireGuard, you’d need to follow the specific instructions from Surfshark to set it up. To avoid DNS leaks, you should enable the kill switch feature in the Surfshark application, and you may want to test your connection using a tool like DNS Leak Test. Once you follow these steps, you should be all set to connect to Surfshark seamlessly!


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