Quick Start Guide for Cudy FlashRouters
Find setup guides, FAQs and troubleshooting tips for Cudy configured FlashRouters.
Cudy Router Setup Guide
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Privacy Hero Streaming Relocation
Your Privacy Hero router uses Cloud Based router management which means you can access the router settings from anywhere on any device that has an internet connection. You can follow these steps while connected to your phone, other Wi-Fi network, or the Privacy Hero network.
Use these steps change your location for popular streaming services allowing you to access to regionally restricted content. Privacy Hero uses DNS routing to change your location which is a great way around VPN streaming blocks.
1. From any device that has a browser such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet visit app.privacyhero.com
2. Enter your Privacy Hero account email and password. Click Login.
3. Click the Streaming symbol.
4. Set the Streaming Relocation toggle to On.
5. Click the flag of the country you would like the listed streaming service to use.
This streaming relocation feature will not change your IP address in the way that a VPN does. This is why it is not able to be blocked in the same way that a VPN connection can be.
The listed services on the streaming relocation page will not be connected to VPN even if the Privacy Hero has an active VPN connection. These services are set to bypass the router’s VPN tunnel to avoid streaming blocks.
Toggling the streaming relocation feature On will also relocate many other streaming services automatically. They will be automatically optimized for the best connection with no manual selection needed for:
ABC
Adult Swim
All 4
Apple TV Channels
BBC
Britbox
CBC Gem
CBS Sports
Crackle
DirecTV Stream
DSTV Now
Filmrise
Freeform
Freevee
Frndly TV
F1 TV
FX Now
ITV
MGM+
Molotov.TV
My 5
NBC
NBC Sports
Now E
Now TV
Pandora
Paramount+
PBS
Peacock
Philo
Pluto TV
Showmax
Sling
SonyLIV
S Sports Plus
Starz
Stirr
TBS
Tennis Channel
The CW
Tubi
TVPlayer
Vudu
Xumo
Zattoo
SmartDNSProxy SmartDNS Setup
SmartDNSProxy offers a SmartDNS service for unblocking geo-restricted content without the encryption of a VPN service. SmartDNS routes DNS servers to different regions which “tricks” the website to allow access to previously restricted content.
SmartDNS does not change your IP Address or provide the encryption that a VPN connection does. This can result in faster speeds and unblocked content.
SmartDNS and VPN should not be configured at the same time. When using a SmartDNS connection, make sure to disable your VPN connection on the FlashRouter.
Register your IP Address
If you are not already a SmartDNSProxy user Sign Up Now.
Click on Sign Up and fill in the requested information.
Access the e-mail you entered and Verify your new account.
Your account will now be verified.
Login to SmartDNSProxy
Visit SmartDNSProxy’s DNS servers list and note the DNS servers of the location you would like to access content from.
Enter SmartDNSProxy SmartDNS servers on your FlashRouter
Navigate to Setup > Basic Setup
- Scroll down to Network Address Server Settings (DHCP).
- Enter in any combination of SmartDNSProxy SmartDNS servers you noted into Static DNS fields 1 and 2.
- Click Apply Settings at the bottom of the page.
- Reboot the FlashRouter.
Once the router is fully booted back up, you can access your desired regional content on any device that connects to the FlashRouter’s network.
Getflix SmartDNS Setup
Getflix offers a SmartDNS service for unblocking geo-restricted content without the encryption of a VPN service. SmartDNS routes DNS servers to different regions which “tricks” the website to allow access to previously restricted content.
SmartDNS does not change your IP Address or provide the encryption that a VPN connection does. This can result in faster speeds and unblocked content.
SmartDNS and VPN should not both be configured at the same time. When using a SmartDNS connection make sure to disable your VPN connection on the FlashRouter.
Login to Getflix
If you are not already a Getflix user Sign Up Now.
Login to Getflix’s website login page.
Visit Getflix’s DNS servers list page and note the DNS servers of the location you would like to access content from.
Enter Getflix SmartDNS servers on your FlashRouter
Navigate to Setup > Basic Setup
- Scroll down to Network Address Server Settings (DHCP).
- Enter in any combination of Getflix SmartDNS servers you noted into Static DNS fields 1 and 2.
- Click Apply Settings at the bottom of the page.
- Reboot the FlashRouter.
Register your IP Address
When the router is fully booted back up visit your Getflix user dashboard and make sure your IP Address is registered with Getflix. If it is not click Force IP Update.
Once you are successfully registered you can now access your desired regional content on any device that connects to the FlashRouter’s network.
Linksys WRT1900ACS / ACV2 / ACV1 DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Linksys WRT1900AC are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Linksys WRT1900AC with DD-WRT firmware.
Please note there are many versions of the WRT1900AC with the same recommended settings, including WRT1900ACv1, WRT1900ACv2, WRT1900ACS, and WRT1900ACSv2.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
WRT1900AC DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset WRT1900AC FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 6038E07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#6038E
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
IPVanish AsusWRT OpenVPN Setup
Preparing for IPVanish AsusWRT Setup
Download your IPVanish .ovpn file
If you are not already an IPVanish user Sign Up Now.
1. Log in to your account on the IPVanish website.
2. Successfully log in with your account information then go to IPVanish .ovpn file page.
3. Click on the .ovpn file for the server location you want to use to dowloand the .ovpn file. Do not open this file.
AsusWRT Router Setup for IPVanish
Login to AsusWRT firmware settings in a browser on any computer or smart device connected to the AsusWRT FlashRouter’s network.
1. Navigate to the VPN tab.
2. Navigate to the VPN Fusion tab.
3. Click Add profile.
4. In the Connection Name field enter in the name you’d like to use for this OpenVPN Client profile. We typically advise entering in the location or server number here. Our example server was in New York so I have entered in IPVanish New York.
5. In the VPN Type dropdown select OpenVPN.
6. Click Import .ovpn file and select the .ovpn file you downloaded earlier. Then click Upload.
7. In the Username and Password fields paste in the IPVanish email and password you use to successfully login to your IPVanish website account.
8. Click Apply and Enable at the bottom of the page.
If you only want certain devices to connect to the OpenVPN Client profile you are setting up instead of all the devices connected to the FlashRouter’s network click into the profile and disable Apply to all devices. Then click Devices and select the devices that you want to connect to VPN.
9. At the top of the page set the Service State toggle to ON to activate the VPN connection.
Verify a successful IPVanish connection
- You should now see a CONNECTED message.
- Visit IPVanish’s IP Check to verify your new IP address and virtual location.
In some cases you may notice that the location is not showing the same location as the server you have input in your router settings; this is because geo tracking tools are often tricked by VPN connections. As long as you see an IP address that is not the same as your normal Internet IP address then you are indeed connected to IPVanish.
How to change the IPVanish server
- Follow the steps at the top of the page to obtain a new .ovpn file.
- Then proceed with the settings same as initial setup.
Hotspot Shield Manual OpenVPN Setup
Preparing for Manual Hotspot Shield Setup
Obtain your Hotspot Shield OpenVPN Information
If you are not already a Hotspot Shield user Sign Up Now.
1. Log in to your account on the Hotspot Shield website.
2. Click Hotspot Shield on the left side navigation.
3. Under Choose your device click Router.
4. In the Set up your router section Select your desired virtual location and then click Download file.
Open the file that was downloaded with NotePad++ for Windows or TextEdit for Apple. You only need the <cert> and <key> from the .ovpn file. All Hotspot Shield servers have different keys and certificates.
5. Copy the VPN Username, and Password that appear under Step 2 to a notepad, you will need this information later in the setup process.
DD-WRT Router Setup for Hotspot Shield
Navigate to Services > VPN
Enter Hotspot Shield settings
OpenVPN Client
Start OpenVPN Client
If you wish to disable your VPN connection simply set this to Disable at any time and click Apply Settings.
Server IP/Name
At the top of the .ovpn file you downloaded above, there is a line e.g.:
remote universitycalendar.us 8041
universitycalendar.us is your Hotspot Shield server name. Enter the server name in this field.
Port
8041
Tunnel Device
TUN
Tunnel Protocol
UDP
Encryption cipher
AES-128-CBC
Hash Algorithm
SHA256
User Pass Authentication
Enable
Username
Enter the Username you obtained in your Hotspot Shield account.
Password
Enter the Password you obtained in your Hotspot Shield account.
Advanced Options
Enable
TLS Cipher
None
LZO Compression
No
NAT
Enable
Firewall Protection
Enable
Additional Config
resolv-retry infinite
remote-random
nobind
tun-mtu 1500
tun-mtu-extra 32
mssfix 1450
persist-key
persist-tun
ping 15
ping-restart 0
reneg-sec 0
remote-cert-tls server
Policy Based Routing
This field can be used for split VPN and Dual Gateway routing.
CA Cert
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—–END CERTIFICATE—–
—–BEGIN CERTIFICATE—–
MIIFjTCCA3WgAwIBAgIRANOxciY0IzLc9AUoUSrsnGowDQYJKoZIhvcNAQELBQAw
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Public Client Cert
In the .ovpn file Copy and Paste all contents in between the <cert> and </cert> lines from your .ovpn file starting and ending with:
—–BEGIN CERTIFICATE—–
…
—–END CERTIFICATE—–
Private Client Key
In the .ovpn file Copy and Paste all contents in between the <key> and </key> lines from your .ovpn file starting and ending with:
—–BEGIN PRIVATE KEY—–
…
—–END PRIVATE KEY—–
CLICK APPLY SETTINGS
Leave all settings not mentioned above as their default setting.
Verify a successful Hotspot Shield connection
Navigate to Status > OpenVPN
- You should now see a CONNECTED SUCCESS message.
- Visit Hotspot Shield’s website to verify your new IP address and virtual location.
In some cases you may notice that the location is not showing the same location as the server you have input in your router settings; this is because geo tracking tools are often tricked by VPN connections. As long as you see an IP address that is not the same as your normal Internet IP address then you are indeed connected to Hotspot Shield.
Back up your settings
Navigate to Administration > Backup
- Click the Backup button.
- A file named nvrambak.bin will be saved to your computer.
- You can load nvrambak.bin to restore your settings in the event of a reset.
How to change the Hotspot Shield server
- Follow the instructions for obtaining the OpenVPN information from above.
- Enter the new Server Address in the Server IP/Name field.
- Enter the new Username and Password.
- Enter the new Public Client Cert and Private Client Key.
- Click Apply Settings.
PrivateInternetAccess (PIA) AsusWRT OpenVPN Setup
Preparing for PIA AsusWRT Setup
Download your PIA .ovpn file
If you are not already a PIA user Sign Up Now.
1. Log in to your account on the PIA website.
2. Successfully log in with your account information then go to PIA’s OpenVPN Config Generator.
3. On the OpenVPN Configuration Generator select the following:
OpenVPN Version: OpenVPN 2.4 or newer
Select Platform: Linux
Select Region: Choose the server location you’d like to connect to
Select Port: Typically we recommend UDP/1198 RSA-2048 AES-128-CBC SHA1 for best speeds but feel free to select the one you want to use.
4. Click Generate to download the .ovpn file. Do not open this file once it is downloaded.
AsusWRT Router Setup for PIA
Login to AsusWRT firmware settings in a browser on any computer or smart device connected to the AsusWRT FlashRouter’s network.
1. Navigate to the VPN tab.
2. Navigate to the VPN Fusion tab.
3. Click Add profile.
4. In the Connection Name field enter in the name you’d like to use for this OpenVPN Client profile. We typically advise entering in the location or server number here. Our example server was in New York so I have entered in PIA New York.
5. In the VPN Type dropdown select OpenVPN.
6. Click Import .ovpn file and select the .ovpn file you downloaded earlier. Then click Upload.
7. In the Username and Password fields paste in the PIA username and password you use to successfully login to your PIA website account.
8. Click Apply and Enable at the bottom of the page.
If you only want certain devices to connect to the OpenVPN Client profile you are setting up instead of all the devices connected to the FlashRouter’s network click into the profile and disable Apply to all devices. Then click Devices and select the devices that you want to connect to VPN.
9. At the top of the page set the Service State toggle to ON to activate the VPN connection.
Verify a successful PIA connection
- You should now see a CONNECTED message.
- Visit PIA’s IP Check to verify your new IP address and virtual location.
In some cases you may notice that the location is not showing the same location as the server you have input in your router settings; this is because geo tracking tools are often tricked by VPN connections. As long as you see an IP address that is not the same as your normal Internet IP address then you are indeed connected to PIA.
How to change the PIA server
- Follow the steps at the top of the page to obtain a new .ovpn file.
- Then proceed with the settings same as initial setup.
GL.iNet Router Setup Guide
Quick Start Guide for GL.iNet FlashRouters
Find setup guides, FAQs and troubleshooting tips for GL.iNet FlashRouters.
- Slate: GL-AX1800, GL-AXT1800, GL-BE3600
- Flint: GL-MT6000
- Other: Beryl GL-MT3000, Velica GL-B2200, Marble GL-B3000
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TP-Link Router Setup Guide
Quick Start Guide for TP-Link FlashRouters
Find setup guides, FAQs and troubleshooting tips for TP-Link configured FlashRouters.
Archer AX10000, Archer AX1100, Archer AX21, Archer AX3000, Archer AX3000 Pro, Archer AX3200, Archer AX4400, Archer AX5400 Pro, Archer AX55, Archer AX55 Pro
Archer AX6000, Archer AX72 Pro, Archer AX73, Archer AX75, Archer AX80, Archer AX90
Archer AXE300, Archer AXE5400, Archer AXE75, Archer AXE95
Archer BE550, Archer BE800, Archer BE900, Archer BE9300, Archer GE80, Archer GX90
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Connecting to OpenVPN on Asus Merlin Firmware
To setup VPN on your Asuswrt Merlin router, you will need to first download an OpenVPN (.ovpn) file from your VPN service provider and load it onto your router.
Review your specific VPN service instructions below. Follow these instructions to locate and upload your OpenVPN file. Depending on the VPN service, there may be additional steps and configurations required to complete the setup.
Using Asuswrt Merlin’s VPN Director, your router can store up to five different VPN connections and switch between them at will.
VPN Killswitch for Asus Merlin
Once you have OpenVPN connected on your Merlin FlashRouter you can enable the VPN Killswitch so that no internet traffic passes through your router that is not encrypted by the VPN tunnel.
Login to Asus Merlin firmware settings in a browser on any computer or smart device.
1. Under Advanced Settings select VPN.
2. Click the VPN Client tab.
3. Set Killswitch – Block routed clients if tunnel goes down to Yes.
4. Click Apply.
DD-WRT Router Setup Guide
Quick Start Guide for DD-WRT FlashRouters
Find setup guides, FAQs and troubleshooting tips for DD-WRT configured FlashRouters.
AC1450, R6220, R6230, R6250, R6260, R6300 V1, R6300 V2, R6400 V1, R6400 V2, R6700 V1, R6700 V2, R6700 V3, R7000, R7000P, R7800, R8000, R9000, XR500
RT-AC56U/R, RT-AC68U V1, RT-AC68U V2, RT-AC1900P, RT-AC87U, RT-AC3100, RT-AC5300
WRT1200AC, WRT1900AC V1, WRT1900AC V2, WRT1900ACS V1, WRT1900ACS V2, WRT32X, WRT3200ACM
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Troubleshooting
- Why can’t I send emails while connected to VPN?
- What is a DNS leak and how can I prevent a DNS leak in my router?
- My VPN stopped working on my FlashRouter.
- Why is my connection speed slower?
- Why are streaming services blocked while connected to VPN?
- How do I find my router local IP address?
- How do I reset and reconfigure my FlashRouter?
- How do I check for static network settings on my devices?
- Why is my router not connecting to internet?
- How to fix an Unidentified Network or Limited Connection.
- Why are some of my devices not connecting to the internet?
- Why is the internet LED red on my router?
- Why is the power light on my FlashRouter blinking?
- My 2.4GHz network is not showing up
- My 5.0GHz network is not showing up
- My WiFi password is not working
- Why did my WiFi SSID change to ‘dd-wrt’?
- Why are devices disconnecting from Wireless?
- Why is my WiFi signal weak?
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NordVPN Asus AX1800S OpenVPN Setup
Preparing for NordVPN Asus AX1800S Setup
Obtain your NordVPN manual Username and Password
If you are not already an NordVPN user Sign Up Now.
1. Log in to your account on the NordVPN website.
2. Click NordVPN on the left hand side and then click Setup NordVPN manually.
3. Enter in the verification code that was sent to your email.
4. Copy and paste your NordVPN manual username and password to a secure location. This is the username and password you will enter into the router settings to connect to NordVPN.
Download your NordVPN .ovpn file
1. There are two options for obtaining the .ovpn file. The first and recommended is to navigate to NordVPN’s server recommendation page. Click Recommended Server to display the fastest server based on your actual location. You can adjust the country if you don’t want to connect to the recommended country.
Then click Show Available Protocols. Click Download Config next to OpenVPN UDP. This will download the .ovpn file to your computer for this server. Do not open this file.
The second method to obtain a server is for connecting to a specific server number that you know you want to use. This applies to NordVPN Dedicated IP servers if you are signed up for that service. Go to NordVPN’s .ovpn file page. Then search for the server number that you want to use and click Download UDP.
Asus AX1800S Router Setup for NordVPN
Login to Asus firmware settings in a browser on any computer or smart device connected to the FlashRouter’s network.
1. Navigate to the VPN tab.
2. Navigate to the VPN Client tab.
3. Click Add Profile.
4. Click Choose file and select the .ovpn file you downloaded earlier. Then click Upload.
5. In the Description field enter in the name you’d like to use for this OpenVPN Client profile. We typically advise entering in the location or server number here.
6. Enter your NordVPN username and password that you obtained earlier in the Username and Password. Note that these are different from your NordVPN email login and password. Click OK.
7. Click the Activate button.
Verify a successful NordVPN connection
- You should now see a check mark in the Connection Status area.
- Visit NordVPN’s IP Check to verify your new IP address and virtual location.
In some cases you may notice that the location is not showing the same location as the server you have input in your router settings; this is because geo tracking tools are often tricked by VPN connections. As long as you see an IP address that is not the same as your normal Internet IP address then you are indeed connected to NordVPN.
How to change the NordVPN server
- Follow the steps at the top of the page to obtain a new .ovpn file.
- Then proceed with the settings same as initial setup.
- Be sure to deactivate a previously active connection before activating the new one. You do not want to connect to two at the same time.
ExpressVPN Asus AX1800S OpenVPN Setup
Preparing for ExpressVPN Asus AX1800S Setup
Obtain your ExpressVPN OpenVPN Information
If you are not already an ExpressVPN user Sign Up Now.
1. Log in to your account on the ExpressVPN website.
2. Successfully log in with your account information. Select More.
3. Select Manual Configuration and copy the Username and Password that are displayed on the right hand side of the screen.
4. Click the Server Location that you want to connect to. This will download a .ovpn file to your computer that we will use later on. There is no need to open the file. For this example I have selected New York but feel free to select any server listed there.
Asus AX1800S Router Setup for ExpressVPN
Login to Asus firmware settings in a browser on any computer or smart device connected to the FlashRouter’s network.
1. Navigate to the VPN tab.
2. Navigate to the VPN Client tab.
3. Click Add Profile.
4. Click Choose file and select the .ovpn file you downloaded earlier. Then click Upload.
5. In the Description field enter in the name you’d like to use for this OpenVPN Client profile. We typically advise entering in the location or server number here.
6. Enter your ExpressVPN username and password that you obtained earlier in the Username and Password. Note that these are different from your ExpressVPN email login and password.
7. Click the Activate button.
Verify a successful ExpressVPN connection
- You should now see a check mark in the Connection Status area.
- Visit ExpressVPN’s IP Check to verify your new IP address and virtual location.
In some cases you may notice that the location is not showing the same location as the server you have input in your router settings; this is because geo tracking tools are often tricked by VPN connections. As long as you see an IP address that is not the same as your normal Internet IP address then you are indeed connected to ExpressVPN.
How to change the ExpressVPN server
- Follow the steps at the top of the page to obtain a new .ovpn file.
- Then proceed with the settings same as initial setup.
- Be sure to deactivate a previously active connection before activating the new one. You do not want to connect to two at the same time.
PrivateInternetAccess (PIA) Manual OpenVPN Setup
Preparing for Manual PIA Setup
Verify your PIA login information
If you are not already a PIA user Sign Up Now.
Log in to your account on the PIA website.
PIA Server Addresses
The below servers are the only servers compatible with PIA router connections. Dedicated IP Addresses are not able to connect via routers.
United States
us-california.privacy.network
us-newjersey.privacy.network
us-chicago.privacy.network
us-texas.privacy.network
us-florida.privacy.network
us-seattle.privacy.network
us3.privacy.network
us-siliconvalley.privacy.network
us-newyorkcity.privacy.network
us-washingtondc.privacy.network
us-atlanta.privacy.network
us-houston.privacy.network
us-denver.privacy.network
United Kingdom
uk-london.privacy.network
uk-manchester.privacy.network
Canada
ca-toronto.privacy.network
ca-montreal.privacy.network
Australia
au-sydney.privacy.network
aus-melbourne.privacy.network
aus-perth.privacy.network
Germany
de-berlin.privacy.network
de-frankfurt.privacy.network
Rest of the World
ae.privacy.network
austria.privacy.network
dz.privacy.network
ad.privacy.network
ar.privacy.network
yerevan.privacy.network
bahamas.privacy.network
bangladesh.privacy.network
brussels.privacy.network
sofia.privacy.network
cambodia.privacy.network
china.privacy.network
cyprus.privacy.network
czech.privacy.network
denmark.privacy.network
egypt.privacy.network
fi.privacy.network
france.privacy.network
georgia.privacy.network
greenland.privacy.network
hungary.privacy.network
is.privacy.network
in.privacy.network
iran.privacy.network
ireland.privacy.network
man.privacy.network
israel.privacy.network
italy.privacy.network
japan.privacy.network
kazakhstan.privacy.network
liechtenstein.privacy.network
lu.privacy.network
macau.privacy.network
malta.privacy.network
mexico.privacy.network
md.privacy.network
monaco.privacy.network
mongolia.privacy.network
montenegro.privacy.network
morocco.privacy.network
nl-amsterdam.privacy.network
nz.privacy.network
nigeria.privacy.network
no.privacy.network
panama.privacy.network
philippines.privacy.network
poland.privacy.network
qatar.privacy.network
ro.privacy.network
rs.privacy.network
saudiarabia.privacy.network
spain.privacy.network
srilanka.privacy.network
sweden.privacy.network
swiss.privacy.network
sg.privacy.network
tr.privacy.network
taiwan.privacy.network
ua.privacy.network
venezuela.privacy.network
vietnam.privacy.network
za.privacy.network
DD-WRT Router Setup for PIA
Navigate to Services > VPN
PIA offers two different Encryption levels.
Default Encryption (AES-128) typically provides faster speeds.
Strong Encryption (AES-256) provides stronger encryption.
Follow the table below of the one that fits your needs.
Enter PIA settings (Default Encryption)
OpenVPN Client
Start OpenVPN Client
If you wish to disable your VPN connection simply set this to Disable at any time and click Apply Settings.
Server IP/Name
Copy and paste the server you would like to connect to from the server list above. Be sure there are no extra spaces or characters.
If you wish to change PIA connection locations, THIS IS THE ONLY FIELD YOU NEED TO CHANGE.
Port
1198
Tunnel Device
TUN
Tunnel Protocol
UDP
Encryption cipher
AES-128-CBC
Hash Algorithm
SHA1
First Data Cipher
Not set
Second Data Cipher
Not set
Third Data Cipher
Not set
Userpass Authentication
Enable
Username
Enter the Username you successfully logged in to your PIA account with.
Password
Enter the Password you successfully logged in to your PIA account with.
Advanced Options
Enable
TLS Cipher
None
LZO Compression
Disabled
NAT
Enable
Firewall Protection
Enable
Additional Config
persist-key
persist-tun
Policy Based Routing
This field can be used for split VPN and Dual Gateway routing.
CA Cert
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CLICK APPLY SETTINGS
Leave all settings not mentioned above as their default setting.
Enter PIA settings (Strong Encryption)
OpenVPN Client
Start OpenVPN Client
If you wish to disable your VPN connection simply set this to Disable at any time and click Apply Settings.
Server IP/Name
Copy and paste the server you would like to connect to from the server list above. Be sure there are no extra spaces or characters.
If you wish to change PIA connection locations, THIS IS THE ONLY FIELD YOU NEED TO CHANGE.
Port
1197
Tunnel Device
TUN
Tunnel Protocol
UDP
Encryption cipher
AES-256-CBC
Hash Algorithm
SHA256
First Data Cipher
Not set
Second Data Cipher
Not set
Third Data Cipher
Not set
Userpass Authentication
Enable
Username
Enter the Username you successfully logged in to your PIA account with.
Password
Enter the Password you successfully logged in to your PIA account with.
Advanced Options
Enable
TLS Cipher
None
LZO Compression
Adaptive
NAT
Enable
Firewall Protection
Enable
Additional Config
persist-key
persist-tun
Policy Based Routing
This field can be used for split VPN and Dual Gateway routing.
CA Cert
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CLICK APPLY SETTINGS
Leave all settings not mentioned above as their default setting.
Verify a successful PIA connection
Navigate to Status > OpenVPN
- You should now see a CONNECTED SUCCESS message.
- Visit PIA’s IP Check to verify your new IP address and virtual location.
In some cases you may notice that the location is not showing the same location as the server you have input in your router settings; this is because geo tracking tools are often tricked by VPN connections. As long as you see an IP address that is not the same as your normal Internet IP address then you are indeed connected to PIA.
Back up your settings
Navigate to Administration > Backup
- Click the Backup button.
- A file named nvrambak.bin will be saved to your computer.
- You can load nvrambak.bin to restore your settings in the event of a reset.
How to change the PIA server
- Copy the new PIA server address from the above server list.
- Paste the server into the Server IP/Name field.
- Click Apply Settings.
NordVPN Setup Guide for Privacy Hero
Your Privacy Hero NordVPN Router uses cloud-based management, which means you can securely access and adjust your router settings from anywhere, on any device with an internet connection. Whether you’re connected through your phone, another Wi-Fi network, or directly to the Privacy Hero network, setup and management are always within reach.
Follow the steps below to connect your Privacy Hero to NordVPN NordLynx or OpenVPN servers. By default, you’ll automatically connect to the fastest, most reliable server available based on your location. If you prefer, you can also select a specific country server and input it directly into your Privacy Hero for more control.
Don’t have a Privacy Hero yet? Get your Privacy Hero NordVPN Router here
1. From any device that has a browser such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet visit app.privacyhero.com
2. Enter your Privacy Hero account email and password. Click Login.
3. Click the VPN symbol.
4. Click the Change button and select NordVPN from the dropdown.
5. Click the Change button and select NordVPN from the dropdown and choose the NordLynx option. Next you will need to obtain your Token.
6. In a new tab login to your NordVPN account and select NordVPN from your list of Services.
7. At the bottom of the page click Get Access token and you will receive a code via email. Enter this code to proceed.
8. After you enter the email code select Generate new token and set it to Doesn’t expire. Copy this token.
9. Paste the token and then Click Save to connect to the server address recommended by NordVPN within your country.
10. To connect to a specific location, click the Country dropdown menu and scroll or type to search from the available options. Choose your preferred country and you will automatically connect to the recommended server within that country at the time. Then click Save.
11. If you prefer to enter a specific server address number click Advanced Options and then type in the NordVPN server you would like to use as shown below e.g. uk1784.nordvpn.com. Then click Save.
Use the NordVPN’s server recommendation tool to select a specific country and receive a recommendation for the fastest server based on your actual location. You can then enter that server in the Privacy Hero settings manually.
12. Your Privacy Hero settings should now show a Connected message, indicating you have successfully signed in to your NordVPN NordLynx VPN server!
1. From any device that has a browser such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet visit app.privacyhero.com
2. Enter your Privacy Hero account email and password. Click Login.
3. Click the VPN symbol.
4. Click the Change button and select NordVPN from the dropdown.
5. Choose the OpenVPN option to connect to OpenVPN servers or to setup a NordVPN Dedicated IP address. Next you will need to obtain your Manual Service credentials.
6. In a new tab login to your NordVPN account and select NordVPN from your list of Services.
7. At the bottom of the page in the Manual Setup section click Setup NordVPN manually then under the Configuration section go to Service credentials. Click Verify email to receive a code via email and enter the code to view and copy your credentials.
8. Enter these credentials into the OpenVPN Username and Password sections in your Privacy Hero and Click Save if you want to connect to the server address recommended by NordVPN within your country.
9. To connect to a specific location, click the Country dropdown menu and scroll or type to search from the available options. Choose your preferred country and you will automatically connect to the recommended server within that country at the time. Then click Save.
10. To connect with a NordVPN Dedicated IP Address or if you prefer to enter a specific server address number click Advanced Options and then type in the NordVPN server you would like to use as shown below e.g. uk1784.nordvpn.com. Then click Save.
Use the NordVPN’s server recommendation tool to select a specific country and receive a recommendation for the fastest server based on your actual location. You can then enter that server in the Privacy Hero settings manually.
11. Your Privacy Hero settings should now show a Connected message, indicating you have successfully signed in to your NordVPN Dedicated IP address or preferred OpenVPN server!
Privacy Hero’s cloud based router settings access makes it so you can change settings while not connected to the Privacy Hero network. Visit the NordVPN IP Check to verify your VPN IP address. If it has not changed be sure to double check that you are indeed connected to the Privacy Hero network.
Keep in mind that the VPN connection will not change the location of the streaming services listed in the Streaming Relocation area of the Privacy Hero settings if the Streaming Relocation feature is Enabled.
ExpressVPN MediaStreamer SmartDNS Setup
ExpressVPN offers a SmartDNS service known as MediaStreamer for unblocking geo-restricted content without the encryption of a VPN service. SmartDNS routes DNS servers to different regions which “tricks” the website to allow access to previously restricted content.
SmartDNS does not change your IP Address or provide the encryption that a VPN connection does. This can result in faster speeds and unblocked content.
SmartDNS and VPN should not both be configured at the same time. When using a SmartDNS connection make sure to disable your VPN connection on the FlashRouter.
Login to ExpressVPN
If you are not already a ExpressVPN user Sign Up Now.
Visit ExpressVPN website login page and successfully login.
Register your IP with ExpressVPN
Navigate to the DNS Settings tab on top right of the ExpressVPN Dashboard.
Click on Register my IP address.
Navigate to the ExpressVPN Dashboard.
Click on Set Up on More Devices.
Scroll down and click on MediaStreamer and note the DNS servers that appear on the right side of the page.
Enter MediaStreamer SmartDNS servers on your FlashRouter
Navigate to Setup > Basic Setup
- Scroll down to Network Address Server Settings (DHCP).
- Enter in the MediaStreamer SmartDNS servers you noted into Static DNS fields 1 and 2.
- Click Apply Settings at the bottom of the page.
- Reboot the FlashRouter.
Once the FlashRouter has fully rebooted, you can now access your desired regional content on any device that connects to the FlashRouter’s network.
Asus RT-AC68U B1 / C1 / AC1900 DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Asus RT-AC68U are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Asus RT-AC68U with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
RT-AC68U DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset RT-AC68U FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Asus RT-AC66U DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Asus RT-AC66U are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Asus RT-AC66U with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
RT-AC66U DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset RT-AC66U FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Asus RT-AC56U DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Asus RT-AC56U are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Asus RT-AC56U with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
RT-AC56U DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset RT-AC56U FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Linksys WRT1200AC DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Linksys WRT1200AC are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Linksys WRT1200AC with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
WRT1200AC DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset WRT1200AC FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Netgear R6400V2 DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Linksys R6400V2 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of WiFi settings exactly as they appear in the Linksys R6400V2 with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
R6400V2 DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Asus RT-AC5300 DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Asus RT-AC5300 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Asus RT-AC5300 with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #1
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #2
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
RT-AC5300 DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset Asus RT-AC5300 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Netgear R9000 Nighthawk X10 DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R9000 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R9000 with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AD
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
R9000 DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset R9000 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Netgear R6300V2 DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R6300V2 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R6300V2 with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
R6300V2 DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset R6300V2 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Netgear R7800 Nighthawk X4S DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R7800 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R7800 with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
R7800 DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset R7800 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Netgear R7000 Nighthawk DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R7000 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R7000 with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
R7000 DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset R7000 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
Netgear R8500 Nighthawk X8 DD-WRT WiFi Settings
Recommended DD-WRT WiFi settings for the Netgear R8500 are based on extensive testing by FlashRouters. Please note that optimal settings may vary depending on external factors such as home size, interference, and the types of WiFi devices you are connecting in your network.
Screenshots below provide a visual display of recommended WiFi and encryption settings exactly as they appear in the Netgear R8500 with DD-WRT firmware.
Navigate to the Wireless > Basic Settings to view or edit WiFi network settings.
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #1
2.4 GHz - Wireless-N
5.0 GHz - Wireless-AC #2
Additional DD-WRT WiFi Information
Intimidated by all the available WiFi settings? The DD-WRT website provides extensive information about all of the available configuration options in the firmware. Learn about everything from Wireless channels to channel widths and more in the Basic Wireless Settings – DD-WRT Wiki.
R8500 DD-WRT Wireless Security
The preset Netgear R8500 FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C
Navigate to the Wireless > Wireless Security to view or edit WiFi passwords.
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