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Chromebooks are lightweight and convenient, but finding a free VPN for Chromebook can be a challenge. Chrome OS is a unique platform - it primarily uses Chrome browser and Android apps. Traditional VPN software often isn’t available for Chromebooks, and many users turn to Chrome browser extensions as a workaround. However, those come with distrust issues: plenty of “free” VPN extensions in the Chrome Web Store have questionable privacy practices or limited capabilities. They might only proxy browser traffic and leave other connections unprotected. Performance issues are also common; using a mediocre VPN extension on a Chromebook can lead to slow browsing or even crashes, negating the simplicity Chromebooks are known for. And privacy failures can occur if the extension-based VPN leaks DNS requests or if an Android VPN app you tried isn’t fully compatible with Chrome OS, possibly exposing your data.
The good news is that Anyone provides a free VPN solution that works beautifully with Chromebooks. By leveraging either the Android app capability or network-level protection, Anyone can secure all your Chromebook’s internet traffic, not just the browser. The core idea is the same as on other platforms: your data is encrypted and routed through the decentralized Anyone network of relays, ensuring nobody can track your online activity. If your Chromebook supports Android apps (most modern ones do), you’ll be able to install the upcoming Anyone VPN for Android app directly on Chrome OS. This means with a simple app, your entire Chromebook gets VPN coverage - a far more comprehensive solution than a browser plug-in. If Android apps aren’t an option on your device, you can still protect your Chromebook by connecting it through the Anyone hardware router (which then covers the Chromebook via Wi-Fi).
With Anyone’s approach, Chromebook users don’t have to sacrifice speed or ease-of-use. The free VPN connection is fast and lightweight, so it won’t bog down your Chromebook’s limited resources. You can stream video, participate in video calls, and use web apps while the VPN runs in the background. There’s no bandwidth limit to worry about, and no subscription fees at all. Essentially, you get the level of privacy and freedom that usually requires a paid VPN, but tailor-made for Chrome OS’s environment and free of charge.
Depending on your Chromebook’s capabilities, here are two ways to get protected:
If your Chromebook has the Google Play Store, install the Anyone VPN Android app (coming soon). Open the Play Store on your Chromebook, search for “Anyone Browser” or “Anyone VPN”, and install it as you would on an Android phone. Launch the app and tap Connect. Chrome OS will treat it as a VPN connection for the whole system (you may see the VPN icon appear). Now all browser and app traffic on your Chromebook is routed securely.
If your Chromebook can’t run Android apps, use the Anyone Hardware Router for an easy solution. Connect your Chromebook to the router’s Wi-Fi. The router will automatically channel your Chromebook’s internet through the Anyone privacy network. This requires no app installation - your Chromebook will be protected as long as it’s on that Wi-Fi network.
(Future update: We are also exploring a possible Chrome extension or Linux container method for advanced users, but the Android app and hardware are the primary solutions.)
Chromebooks are all about simplicity and security from Google. By adding Anyone’s free VPN, you enhance that security with robust anonymity and global access - all while keeping things simple and cost-free, just the way Chromebook users like it.