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How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser
Shaun M Jooste

Shaun M Jooste

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Psiphon VPN provides a free service when you want to connect to the internet using a server in a different country. It’s a small application that hides in the background when you’re connected, and you can use PsiCash to boost the speed and performance. However, it usually opens a new tab in your browser that many people find annoying.

Unfortunately, being able to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a new tab in your browser isn’t something you can change at the moment. Your best bet would be to contact the developer and ask if that can be added as a featured setting that you can disable. For now, here’s why that tab is necessary.

Why does Psiphon VPN open a new browser tab?

The new tab that opens up in your browser when you activate Psiphon VPN contains vital information and connections that will provide security when you use the internet or social media. It’s integrated with the app itself, which is why disabling the feature isn’t possible at this point. It would have been better if the developer placed a button in the application to open the browser securely, but perhaps this way works better with their safety protocols.

Why stopping Psiphon VPN from opening a new tab in your browser isn’t possible

When you study the information on the new tab in your browser that Psiphon VPN provides, you’ll see why it’s part of the application’s functions. Here’s what you’ll find.

  1. Reveals your I.P. Address

    How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

    The first element you’ll notice at the top is your I.P. address and the location it’s connected to. Strangely, it actually shows your real I.P. address and not the one it links to on the server in the other country. At least you’ll have the information ready if you need it. If you’re using another program like Avast SecureLine to hide your I.P. address, at least here you can see if it’s working.

  2. Lets you connect to social media anonymously

    How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

    The next section has three tabs that let you connect to various messaging and social platforms anonymously. In this way, no one can watch your chats on your browser. For the moment, the buttons include social media links (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Tik Tok), chat links (WhatsApp, Telegram, Messenger), and browsers for secure online streaming.

  3. Provides VPN recommendations

    How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

    Finally, your find some content relating to what a VPN is, how it works, and how you can use it to connect safely to the internet. You’ll also find an explanation about how an I.P. address can be used against you.

Other features of Psiphon VPN

Besides the new Psiphon VPN tab appearing on your browser, there are some features linked to it from the app. Here are the most important ones you should pay attention to.

PsiCash balance

While Psiphon VPN is free to download and use, you’ll have limited streaming and connection speed. If you want to boost the performance, you’ll need to buy PsiCash with real money. You’ll see the amount you have on your balance as coins.

How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

Primary VPN settings

There are plenty of settings that Psiphon VPN has in the app, but stopping it from opening a new tab in your browser isn’t one of them. Mainly, it deals with split tunneling and connection features. You can also set the default country you want the VPN service to link to.

How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

Feedback panel

If you’re unhappy with the service, you can log a complaint on the feedback panel. You can also send some feedback, and maybe Psiphon VPN will even use it as one of their testimonies. This section is ideal for asking if they can add a disable button for not opening a new tab in your browser.

How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

Activity logs

Want to see when last you used Psiphon VPN? While most VPN providers don’t log your activity, this one visibly does so for your benefit. You can check the different times you connected and disconnected, which helps determine if there’s been any strange activity.

How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

Language settings

If English isn’t your home language, you can change the default one here. Make sure you choose the right one, as it may be tricky changing it afterward if you can’t read what’s happening.

How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

VPN speed booster

Finally, you can check how fast your connection is and how much PsiCash is remaining in your balance. It’s a good indication of why the performance isn’t what you’d like it to be.

How to stop Psiphon VPN from opening a tab in the browser

A necessary tab in your browser

While stopping Psiphon VPN from opening a new tab in your browser doesn’t appear to be possible at the moment, it does seem to be necessary. Perhaps they’ll update the buttons to be included in the app so the tab won’t be needed. For now, check our guide on how to remain safe online.

Shaun M Jooste

Shaun M Jooste

I live in South Africa, Cape town, as a father of two children. I've been gaming almost all my life, with plenty of experience writing reviews and articles on the latest titles. With 15 years of experience in local government performing Facilities Management functions, I moved towards becoming CEO of my own company, Celenic Earth Publications, which serves to publish author's books, including my own. I'm a published author of horror and fantasy novels, while I also dabble in game and movie scriptwriting.

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