Configuring OpenVPN with Surfshark WireGuard on pfSense Router

As a user of Surfshark's VPN services, you may want to set up an OpenVPN tunnel on your pfSense router to ensure secure and private internet browsing. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the process of configuring an OpenVPN tunnel using Surfshark's WireGuard protocol on your pfSense 2.4.4 router.

Step 1: Import Existing Certificate Authority

Before you begin, make sure that you have a valid Surfshark subscription and a pfSense router with firmware version 2.4.4 or higher. To import the existing certificate authority (CA) into your pfSense router, follow these steps:

* Access your pfSense admin panel via a browser and navigate to System > Certificates.

* Click on the download icon to the right of the server name and click on Download UDP.

* Open the same page on another browser tab, go to the Locations tab, and locate the server that you wish to connect to.

Step 2: Generate Credentials

Once you have accessed the pfSense admin panel, navigate to VPN > Manual Setup > Router > OpenVPN. Click on Generate credentials to generate your credentials.

Step 3: Configure OpenVPN Tunnel

To configure the OpenVPN tunnel, follow these steps:

* Enter the Surfshark login page and log in using your valid Surfshark subscription.

* Navigate to the Credentials tab and select WireGuard as the protocol.

* Fill out the required fields with your Surfshark credentials and server information.

Step 4: Configure pfSense Router

To configure your pfSense router, follow these steps:

* Access your pfSense admin panel via a browser and navigate to VPN > OpenVPN > Servers.

* Click on Add Server and enter the following details:

+ Protocol: WireGuard

+ Server: 'Surfshark server name'

+ Port: 1194

+ Certificate: Import the CA certificate you downloaded earlier

Step 5: Save and Restart

Once you have configured your pfSense router, save your changes and restart the OpenVPN service. You should now be able to connect to the Surfshark VPN using your WireGuard protocol.

By following these steps, you should now have a secure OpenVPN tunnel set up on your pfSense router using Surfshark's WireGuard protocol. This will ensure that all of your internet traffic is encrypted and private, protecting your online identity and preventing anyone from intercepting or monitoring your data.

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