VPN for Gaming
A VPN hides your home IP address from other players and protects you on public Wi-Fi. Here is what it does for gaming, and what it does not do.
In this guide
Why Gamers Use a VPN
In many online games, other players can see or find your IP address. With a VPN on, they see the address of the VPN server instead of your home address, which makes your home connection harder to target.
Keep Ping Low: Pick a Nearby Location
A VPN adds a step between you and the game server, so it usually adds some delay. To keep it small, connect to the CasperVPN location closest to you or to the game server. CasperVPN can use WireGuard, a modern and lightweight protocol.
Gaming on Public Wi-Fi
On hotel, airport or café Wi-Fi, a VPN encrypts the traffic between your device and our server, so other people on that network cannot read it.
What a VPN Will Not Do
A VPN does not make a slow connection faster and cannot promise a lower ping. Game rules still apply: some games do not allow playing from another region, so read the game's terms before you connect to a location in another country.
Use CasperVPN Today
CasperVPN is on the App Store for iPhone and iPad. One CasperVPN account covers up to 3 devices at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a VPN increase my ping?
Usually a little, because your traffic takes an extra step. Choose the nearest location to keep it low. We do not promise a ping number.
Does CasperVPN work on PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo Switch?
Not today. CasperVPN runs on iPhone and iPad. There is no app for game consoles or routers.