Overview
The VirtualShield VPN app will encrypt your entire internet connection. This means other devices across your network can route traffic through the VPN tunnel. For example, you can share the VPN connection with a secondary device like your smart TV or Chromecast device.
While many smart TVs and smart TV boxes run on the Android Operating System, it is a special version of Android designed specifically for your TV.
Alternatively, you can use a travel router. However, VirtualShield does not support installation on routers at this time.
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Sharing the VPN connection is best achieved by using a Crossover (Ethernet) cable, or by setting up a VPN-enabled virtual router (hotspot).
Ethernet ports are commonly used for connecting a modem/router to the Internet service provider’s entry port or a telephone line. They can also be used as an I/O (input/output) interface to transfer data across devices.
Running your smart TV through your computer’s VPN connection requires that you have two network adapters — one for the internet, and a second for the TV. Laptops typically have both a wireless and a wired adapter, but desktop computers can vary more, especially if they were home-built.
If you don’t have two network adapters ready when you begin the process, some of the relevant configuration options may not appear.
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Using an Ethernet cable
The easiest way to share your VPN connection is using an Ethernet/Crossover cable. If your computer lacks a spare Ethernet port, you can use a USB adapter to add additional I/O ports.
How to share the VPN Connection using an Ethernet cable:
Open VirtualShield VPN and activate your protection, if you are not connected already.
For more help logging in and activating protection, see our support article.
Connect both devices using an Ethernet/Crossover cable.
Open the Settings app on your Windows computer.
To open Settings, press
Navigate to Network & Internet Advanced network settings 
Change adapter options.
Right-click the VirtualShield network and select 
Properties.
If you are prompted for your credentials, enter your computer’s password.
In the Sharing tab, select the Allow other network users to connect... option.
Below Home networking connection select Wi-Fi, then click OK.
That’s it! You’re now ready to share the VPN connection with another device.
Using your Wi-Fi hotspot
You can also share the VPN connection using your Wi-Fi network as a mobile hotspot. Just be aware...
How to share the VPN Connection using a Wi-Fi hotspot:
Open VirtualShield VPN and activate your protection, if you are not connected already.
For more help logging in and activating protection, see our support article.
Right-click the network icon next to the clock, then choose Open Network & Internet settings.
Alternatively you can press Windows key + I on your keyboard, then navigate to Network & Internet.
Select Mobile hotspot from the sidebar, then toggle the Mobile hotspot On.
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Select Status or Network Settings from the sidebar, then click Change adapter options.
Alternatively, click the Start button, type network connections and press Enter.
Right-click the VirtualShield network and select Properties.
If you are prompted for your credentials, enter your computer’s password.
In the Sharing tab, select the Allow other network users to connect... option.
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Below Home networking connection select Wi-Fi, then click OK.
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Finally, connect your smart TV to the new shared Wi-Fi network.
That’s it! You’re now ready to share the VPN connection with another device.
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Common Questions
Why can’t I find these settings on my device?
Make sure your device is fully up-to-date. If your device is not running Android version 7.0 or later, some of the relevant configuration options may not appear.
Can I install the Android app on my TV?
Technically it is possible to sideload apps on your TV, but it is not recommended ...
My device is too old to run the app, what can I do?
If your device is incompatible, we strongly recommend upgrading your Operating System in order to be fully protected against the latest threats.