Why VPNs Affect Speed

• Encryption Overhead: Data processing for security
• Server Distance: Longer travel time to far servers
• Server Load: Crowded servers reduce speed
• Routing: Data takes different paths via VPN
• Protocol Efficiency: Varies by VPN protocol

Expected Speed Impact

• Excellent: 5-15% reduction
• Good: 15-30% reduction
• Acceptable: 30-50% reduction
• Poor: 50%+ reduction (needs optimization)

Novix VPN Speed Advantages

• WireGuard Protocol: Fastest VPN protocol
• "Fastest Server" Selection: Auto-optimizes
• Global Server Network: Multiple options
• Speed Test Integration: Built-in testing
• Load Balancing: Distributes users

Measuring Your Current Speed

1. Without VPN: Disconnect VPN, test on fast.com or speedtest.net
2. With VPN: Connect, use same test, compare results
3. Built-in Testing: Use Advanced tab's speed test tool

Understanding Speed Test Results

• Download: >50 Mbps for 4K, >25 Mbps for HD
• Upload: >10 Mbps for video calls
• Ping: <50ms for gaming, <100ms for general use
• Jitter: Consistent connection quality

Using "Fastest Server" Effectively

Best for general browsing, auto-selects based on distance and load.

Manual Server Selection

1. Tap "Fastest Server" area
2. Browse countries/cities
3. Prioritize nearby servers
4. Test major city servers

Look for low load, low ping, and major city infrastructure.

App-Level Optimizations

• Use WireGuard protocol
• Enable auto-connect
• Adjust kill switch for speed
• Use VPN DNS servers

Device-Level Optimizations

• Close background apps
• Pause app updates
• Stop streaming apps
• Pause cloud syncing
• Delay system updates

Network Interface Optimizations

• Use 5GHz Wi-Fi
• Move closer to router
• Test 4G/5G vs Wi-Fi
• Avoid peak hours
• Restart router

Wi-Fi Network Optimization

• Place router centrally
• Use 5GHz band
• Prioritize VPN in QoS settings
• Limit other devices' bandwidth

Mobile Data Optimization

• Ensure strong signal
• Use 5G/4G LTE
• Check APN settings
• Restrict background data
• Download offline content

Protocol and Technical Optimizations

• Use WireGuard protocol
• Adjust MTU settings (if available)
• Use VPN DNS or Google/Cloudflare DNS
• Disable IPv6 if causing issues
• Clear DNS cache

Connection Management

• Enable auto-connect
• Configure auto-reconnect
• Maintain persistent connections
• Rotate servers regularly
• Monitor server load

Diagnosing Speed Problems

• Sudden Drop: Server overload or congestion
• Consistently Slow: Poor server or network
• Variable Speed: Network instability
• App-Specific: Certain services slower with VPN

Speed Improvement Strategies

• Switch servers
• Restart app
• Change network
• Close heavy apps
• Restart router

Performance Monitoring

Run weekly speed tests, track server performance, and note usage patterns.

Ongoing Optimization

• Keep app updated
• Test new servers
• Review settings
• Assess network
• Adjust usage patterns