Snelstart
Deze handleiding behandelt alle functies van Windscribe:
- Aan de slag — Maak een account aan en installeer de app
- Hoe gebruik je Block Trackers? — Stop ad networks and scripts from following you
- Hoe je geografisch beperkte content kunt deblokkeren — Watch services that are blocked in your country
- Hoe gebruik je basis VPN-bescherming? — Get a new IP address with one click
- Hoe gebruik je R.O.B.E.R.T. AD Blocker? — Filter ads and malware at the DNS level
- Hoe gebruik je een DNS-lektest? — Confirm your real IP address never leaks
- Hoe gebruik je configuratiegeneratoren? — Set up OpenVPN on routers and other devices
- Hoe gebruik je een statisch IP-adres? — Keep the same IP address every time you connect
- Hoe gebruik je de sterkste versleuteling? — Pick the protocol that protects your traffic
- Hoe split tunneling te gebruiken — Kies welke apps de VPN-verbinding gebruiken
- Hoe LAN-verkeer te gebruiken — Let printers and local devices through the firewall
Benodigde tijd: 5 minuten per film
Ook in deze handleiding: Professionele tips | Veelgemaakte fouten | Probleemoplossing | Prijzen | Alternatieven
Waarom zou je deze gids vertrouwen?
I have used Windscribe for over two years and tested every feature below myself.
These screenshots come from my own account, not the vendor press kit.
Windscribe is one of the few VPN services with a free plan people actually keep.
Most users only ever press connect and stop there.
This how to use Windscribe guide walks through every major feature.
Windscribe servers sit in dozens of countries around the world.
You can pick Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Russia, Brazil, Latvia, Turkey, or a US West city.
Windscribe-handleiding
This How to Use Windscribe tutorial covers setup first, then each feature in order.
Windscribe
Windscribe gives you a free VPN with up to 10GB of bandwidth per month, no payment required. The desktop app protects every connection your computer makes. Pro plans unlock unlimited gegevens and access to all Windscribe servers.
Aan de slag met Windscribe
Voordat u een functie kunt gebruiken, dient u deze eenmalige installatie te voltooien.
Het duurt ongeveer drie minuten.
Stap 1: Maak uw account aan
Go to the Windscribe homepage and click Download or Sign Up.
Enter your email, pick a username, and create a password.
✓ Controlepunt: Controleer uw inbox for the confirmation email.
Stap 2: Installeer de app
Download the desktop app for Windows or macOS, or grab the mobile app.
Log in, and note that the browser extension protects browser traffic only.
Zo ziet het dashboard eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: You should see the main connect screen.
Stap 3: Maak voor de eerste keer verbinding
Pick a location from the list and click connect.
Your device is assigned a new IP address straight away.
✅ Klaar: Je bent klaar om een van de onderstaande functies te gebruiken.
Hoe Windscribe Block Trackers te gebruiken
Blokkeer trackers lets you stop ad networks and scripts from following you across every page you visit.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Stap 1: Open de app
Launch the app and log in with your username and password.
Step 2: Switch On the Tracker Filter
Open the R.O.B.E.R.T. tab and turn the Trackers list on.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: The Trackers toggle turns green in the app.
Stap 3: Verbinden en testen
Connect to a server, then load any news page in your browser.
✅ Resultaat: Tracking scripts are blocked before they reach your browser.
💡 Pro-tip: Add your own domains under Custom Rules. For example, block one ad host and leave the rest alone.
How to Unblock Windscribe Geo-Restricted Content
Deblokkeer geografisch beperkte inhoud lets you reach services that are blocked in your country.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Step 1: Pick a Country
Open the location list and scroll to the country carrying that content.
Step 2: Connect to the Server
Click the server name to start the vpn connection.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: The app reports Connected and shows your new ip address.
Step 3: Clear Cookies and Reload
Clear your cookies, then start the VPN before launching the browser.
✅ Resultaat: The blocked service loads as if you lived in that country.
💡 Pro-tip: On mobile, change the region in app settings too. Some services check the store country, not the IP.
How to Use Windscribe Basic VPN Protector
Basis VPN-bescherming lets you hide your real IP address with a single click.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Step 1: Log In or Skip It
Log in, or use Windscribe free without signing up for an account.
Step 2: Hit the Power Button
Click the big power button near the top left of the window.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: The app shows your new IP address and location.
Step 3: Check Your New IP
Search “what is my IP” in a browser to view the change.
✅ Resultaat: Your traffic is now secured and encrypted end to end.
💡 Pro-tip: The desktop app protects all web traffic on your computer. The browser extension covers only your browser.
Hoe gebruik je Windscribe R.O.B.E.R.T. advertentieblokkering?
R.O.B.E.R.T. AD Blocker lets you filter ads, malware, and other junk domains at the DNS level.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Step 1: Open the R.O.B.E.R.T. Page
Log in on the Windscribe website and open the R.O.B.E.R.T. page.
Step 2: Choose Your Blocklists
Switch on Ads, Malware, or any other list you want.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: Every list you enabled shows a green toggle.
Stap 3: Maak opnieuw verbinding om te solliciteren
Reconnect so new rules load. You can disable any list the same way.
✅ Resultaat: Ad and malware domains never resolve on any of your apparaten.
💡 Pro-tip: These rules follow your account, so your phone and laptop share one blocklist automatically.
How to Use Windscribe DNS Leak Tester
DNS-lektest lets you prove that your real IP address and DNS requests never leak.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Step 1: Connect First
Start the vpn connection before you open the test page.
Stap 2: Voer de test uit
Open the Windscribe leak test page and let it finish.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: Every server listed belongs to Windscribe, not your provider.
Step 3: Close Any Leak
Turn on the built-in firewall so nothing escapes the tunnel.
✅ Resultaat: Your real location stays hidden from every site you visit.
💡 Pro-tip: Run this test each time you change protocol or install a new browser.
Hoe gebruik je Windscribe configuratiegeneratoren?
Configuratie Generatoren lets you set up OpenVPN on a router or any device without the app.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Step 1: Open the Config Page
Log in on the website and open the Config Generators page.
Step 2: Pick OpenVPN and a Location
Choose OpenVPN, then a country such as Germany, Norway, or Latvia.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: A config file downloads with credentials shown below it.
Step 3: Paste It Into Your Router
Copy the Username and Password from the OpenVPN link into your router.
✅ Resultaat: Every device on the network runs through the vpn, even a smart TV.
💡 Pro-tip: To move the router later, change only the Server IP/Name field. Confirm it under Status > OpenVPN.
Hoe gebruik je een statisch IP-adres in Windscribe?
Statisch IP-adres lets you keep one steady IP address every time you connect.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Stap 1: Open uw accountpagina
Log in on the website and open your account information.
Step 2: Buy a Static IP
Pick a data center or residential address in the country you need.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: The new address sits at the top of your location list.
Step 3: Connect to It
Select the static entry in the app and connect to it.
✅ Resultaat: Your bank and your work firewall see one familiar IP address.
💡 Pro-tip: Worth it if a service blocked you for hopping between countries too often.
How to Use Windscribe Encryption
Sterkste versleuteling lets you choose the protocol and cipher that guard your traffic.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Stap 1: Open de verbindingsinstellingen
Click the hamburger icon, then open Connection settings.
Step 2: Pick a Protocol
Choose WireGuard for speed or OpenVPN for wider device support.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: The app reports the protocol you just selected.
Step 3: Reconnect and Confirm
Connect again and check the protocol name under the button.
✅ Resultaat: Your traffic runs on the cipher you chose, not a default.
💡 Pro-tip: If a network blocks VPNs, switch to Stealth. It hides the vpn connection inside normal web traffic.
Hoe Windscribe Split Tunneling te gebruiken
Split Tunneling lets you decide which apps and sites use the vpn connection.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Step 1: Open Split Tunneling
Open Settings and click the Split Tunneling tab.
Step 2: Add Your Apps
Switch it on, then add each app you want included or excluded.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: Each app you added appears in the list.
Step 3: Test the Split
Connect and confirm only the chosen apps show the new IP.
✅ Resultaat: Banking apps stay local while your browser sits abroad.
💡 Pro-tip: Exclude your home streaming app and keep everything else protected.
How to Use Windscribe LAN Traffic Controller
LAN-verkeer lets you let printers and local devices work while the firewall is active.
Here is how it works, step by step.
Stap 1: Open de verbindingsinstellingen
Open Settings and find the Allow LAN Traffic switch.
Step 2: Turn It On
Switch it on so local devices stay reachable while connected.
Zo ziet het eruit:
✓ Controlepunt: Your printer shows up on the network again.
Step 3: Reconnect and Print
Reconnect the VPN and send a test page to your printer.
✅ Resultaat: You keep local access without dropping the vpn connection.
💡 Pro-tip: Leave it off on public Wi-Fi. Strangers nearby could otherwise find your device.
Windscribe Pro-tips en sneltoetsen
After two years of daily use, these are the shortcuts I actually rely on.
Shortcuts Worth Learning
| Actie | Snelkoppeling |
|---|---|
| Connect to your last location | Click the power button at the top left |
| Open the server list | Click the arrow beside the location name |
| Jump to ad blocking | Click the R.O.B.E.R.T. tab in the menu |
| Reach account information | Click your username, then My Account |
Verborgen functies die de meeste mensen over het hoofd zien
- Firewall lock: Blocks every packet outside the tunnel if the connection drops.
- Custom R.O.B.E.R.T. rules: Block or allow any domain you name, on all devices.
- Poortdoorsturing: Pair it with a static IP to reach a home server remotely.
Veelvoorkomende fouten bij Windscribe die je moet vermijden
Mistake #1: Trusting the browser extension alone
❌ Fout: Installing only the extension and assuming every app is covered.
✅ Rechts: Install the desktop app. It protects all web traffic going in and out of your computer.
Mistake #2: Opening the browser before connecting
❌ Fout: Loading a blocked page first, then starting the vpn connection.
✅ Rechts: Clear your cookies and start the VPN before launching the browser.
Mistake #3: Ignoring region settings on mobile
❌ Fout: Changing your server but leaving the old region set in the app.
✅ Rechts: Change the region in app settings so mobile services match your server country.
Probleemoplossing voor Windscribe
Problem: The app will not connect
Oorzaak: Wrong login information, or a firewall blocking the protocol.
Repareren: Verify your Windscribe login information, then switch protocol and try again.
Problem: A site still shows your real country
Oorzaak: Geo tracking tools get tricked by VPN connections and cached cookies.
Repareren: Clear cookies, disconnect, then reconnect to a different server and reload.
Problem: The router shows the wrong location
Oorzaak: The Server IP/Name field still points at your old country.
Repareren: Change that field only, then confirm the tunnel under Status > OpenVPN.
📌 Opmerking: If none of these fix it, contact Windscribe support.
Wat is Windscribe?
Windscribe VPN is a privacy tool that hides your ip address and encrypts your traffic.
Think of it like a sealed tunnel between your device and the rest of the world.
Windscribe does not collect or sell user data, even for free users.
Watch this quick overview video:
Het omvat de volgende belangrijke kenmerken:
- Blokkeer trackers: Kills tracking scripts before your browser ever loads them
- Deblokkeer geografisch beperkte content: Opens region-locked sites by moving you to another country
- Basis VPN-bescherming: One-click protection for every connection your device makes
- R.O.B.E.R.T. advertentieblokker: A DNS filter that blocks ads and malware account-wide
- DNS-lektest: A built-in check that confirms the tunnel is airtight
- Configuratiegeneratoren: Router and manual setup files for devices the app cannot reach
- Statisch IP-adres: A dedicated address that banks and work tools recognise
- Sterkste versleuteling: Protocol choice from WireGuard to Stealth for locked-down networks
- Splittunneling: Per-app routing so only what you choose goes through the tunnel
- LAN-verkeer: Local network access that survives the VPN firewall
Voor een volledige recensie, zie onze Windscribe-recensie.
Windscribe-prijzen
Here is what Windscribe costs in 2026:
| Plan | Prijs | Het beste voor |
|---|---|---|
| Stel een plan op | Aangepast | Users who need only one or two locations |
| Jaarplan | $5,75/maand | Anyone using the VPN daily |
| Maandelijks abonnement | $9,00/maand | Short trips and one-off projects |
Gratis proefperiode: A free plan gives up to 10GB of bandwidth per month with no payment.
Geld-terug-garantie: Refunds are available on paid plans within the published refund window.
Both Pro plans include unlimited data and access to all Windscribe servers.
You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or cryptocurrency.
💰 Beste prijs-kwaliteitverhouding: Yearly Plan — the same features for far less over the long run.
Windscribe versus alternatieven
Here is how Windscribe sits against the rest of the market:
| Hulpmiddel | Het beste voor | Prijs | Beoordeling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windscribe | Free data plus ad blocking | $5,75/maand | ⭐ 4.6 |
| NordVPN | Speed and server count | $4,99/maand | ⭐ 4.7 |
| ExpressVPN | Unblocking reliability | $8,32/maand | ⭐ 4.6 |
| Surfshark VPN | Onbeperkt aantal apparaten | $2,99/maand | ⭐ 4,5 |
| ProtonVPN | Free unlimited data | $4,99/maand | ⭐ 4,5 |
| CyberGhost | Task-based servers | $2,19/maand | ⭐ 4.4 |
| Privé internettoegang | Custom settings | $2,19/maand | ⭐ 4.3 |
| PureVPN | Budget yearly deals | $2.11/mo | ⭐ 4.1 |
Snelle keuzes:
- Beste overall: NordVPN — fastest across long distances.
- Beste budget: Windscribe — 10GB free every month.
- Het meest geschikt voor beginners: PrivadoVPN — almost nothing to configure.
- Best for routers: Windscribe — config generators make setup painless.
🎯 Alternatieven voor Windscribe
Looking for Windscribe alternatives? Here are the options worth a look:
- 🚀 NordVPN: Huge server network and fast speeds for heavy streaming.
- 🌟 ExpressVPN: Polished apps and reliable access to blocked services worldwide.
- 💰 PureVPN: Cheap long-term plans with dedicated IP add-ons.
- ⚡ Surfshark VPN: Unlimited devices on one account at a low yearly price.
- 🔒 ProtonVPN: Swiss privacy law and a free plan with no data cap.
- 👶 PrivadoVPN: Simple apps and a free tier for casual users.
- 🧠 AdGuard VPN: Built by an ad-blocking company with strong filtering.
- 🎯 VirtualShield: Privacy bundle aimed at families rather than power users.
- 🔧 StrongVPN: Solid router support and a straightforward pricing page.
- 🔥 SnelsteVPN: Budget pricing with lifetime deals for light use.
- 💼 Aura VPN: Part of a wider identity protection package.
- 📊 CyberGhost: Servers tuned for specific streaming and torrent tasks.
- 🏢 McAfee VPN: Comes bundled with McAfee antivirus subscriptions.
- ⭐ Privé internettoegang: Open-source apps with heavy customisation options.
- 🎨 Mysterium: Decentralised network paid for with crypto.
- 🚀 SafeShell VPN: Streaming-first service built around region unlocking.
- 💰 Oyster VPN: Small newer provider with low entry pricing.
Voor de volledige lijst, zie onze Alternatieven voor Windscribe gids.
⚔️ Windscribe vergeleken
Here is the head-to-head on each one:
- Windscribe versus NordVPN: NordVPN wins on raw speed and server count. Windscribe wins on price and free data.
- Windscribe versus ExpressVPN: ExpressVPN unblocks more consistently. Windscribe costs far less per year.
- Windscribe versus PureVPN: PureVPN is cheaper upfront. Windscribe has better filtering and a real free tier.
- Windscribe versus Surfshark VPN: Surfshark allows unlimited devices. Windscribe gives sharper control per connection.
- Windscribe versus ProtonVPN: ProtonVPN has unlimited free data. Windscribe has R.O.B.E.R.T. and more free locations.
- Windscribe versus PrivadoVPN: Privado is easier for beginners. Windscribe offers deeper settings and router support.
- Windscribe versus AdGuard VPN: AdGuard focuses on filtering. Windscribe pairs filtering with a full VPN feature set.
- Windscribe vs VirtualShield: VirtualShield keeps things simple. Windscribe gives you config files and split tunneling.
- Windscribe versus StrongVPN: StrongVPN is router friendly. Windscribe matches it and adds ad blocking.
- Windscribe versus FastestVPN: FastestVPN is cheaper. Windscribe is more reliable on blocked streaming services.
- Windscribe versus Aura VPN: Aura bundles identity tools. Windscribe is the stronger standalone VPN.
- Windscribe versus CyberGhost: CyberGhost labels servers by task. Windscribe gives more control over each connection.
- Windscribe versus McAfee VPN: McAfee suits existing customers. Windscribe is better as a dedicated VPN.
- Windscribe versus privé-internettoegang: PIA is more configurable. Windscribe has a friendlier app and a free plan.
- Windscribe versus Windscribe Mysterium: Mysterium is decentralised. Windscribe is faster and far simpler to run.
- Windscribe versus SafeShell VPN: SafeShell targets streaming. Windscribe covers streaming plus privacy tooling.
- Windscribe versus Oyster VPN: Oyster is cheap and new. Windscribe has a longer track record and more servers.
Begin nu met het gebruik van Windscribe.
You now know how to use every major Windscribe feature:
- ✅ Blokkeer trackers
- ✅ Deblokkeer geografisch beperkte inhoud
- ✅ Basis VPN-bescherming
- ✅ R.O.B.E.R.T. advertentieblokkering
- ✅ DNS-lektest
- ✅ Configuratiegeneratoren
- ✅ Statisch IP-adres
- ✅ Sterkste versleuteling
- ✅ Split Tunneling
- ✅ LAN-verkeer
Volgende stap: Pick one feature and try it today.
De meeste mensen beginnen met basis VPN-bescherming.
Here is my own setup after two years:
It takes less than five minutes to copy.
Veelgestelde vragen
Hoe gebruik ik mijn Windscribe VPN?
Install the app, log in with your username and password, then click the power button. Windscribe assigns a new IP address and encrypts your traffic direct.
Hoe weet ik of Windscribe werkt?
The app turns blue and shows a new IP address. Confirm it by running the Windscribe leak test page in your browser.
Verandert Windscribe VPN je locatie?
Yes. Connecting to a server in Germany, Brazil, or Turkey gives you an IP address from that country and hides your real one.
Wat is de beste instelling voor Windscribe?
WireGuard with the firewall on suits most people. Switch to Stealth only when a network blocks standard vpn connection traffic.
Hoe gebruik je Windscribe VPN op iPhone?
Install the app from the App Store, log in, then tap connect. Change the region in app settings if a service still looks blocked.
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