Kill Switch
by ZEROWAY
What is Kill Switch?
Kill Switch is an automatic safety mechanism that blocks all internet traffic the moment your VPN connection drops. No packets leave your device outside the encrypted tunnel — connectivity resumes only after the VPN reconnects.
Kill Switch capabilities
The details that make protection reliable in real-world conditions.
Instant Blocking
Cuts off connectivity the moment the VPN drops, so no packets leave outside the tunnel.
Leak-Proof Privacy
Stops accidental IP and DNS exposure during reconnects or network switching.
System-Wide Coverage
Works for all apps and protocols — browsers, messengers, torrents, and more.
How Kill Switch Works
Enable Kill Switch
Turn it on in the app settings to protect all outbound traffic.
VPN Drops — Traffic Blocks
If the VPN disconnects, ZEROWAY blocks internet access to prevent leaks.
VPN Restores — Traffic Resumes
When the secure tunnel reconnects, normal connectivity is restored automatically.
When does Kill Switch activate?
Real scenarios where Kill Switch saves your privacy.
Wi‑Fi / mobile network switch
When switching access points, VPN may briefly disconnect — Kill Switch blocks traffic until restored.
Unstable connection
If your connection drops and VPN loses connectivity, Kill Switch prevents data from going through unencrypted.
VPN server update
While switching between servers, traffic doesn't leave the encrypted channel.
VPN app crash
Even if the VPN client unexpectedly closes, system-level Kill Switch continues protection.
Stay protected on any network
Download ZEROWAY and enable Kill Switch for uncompromising privacy protection.