Proton VPN keeps disconnecting and slows my internet — how can I fix frequent drops?

If Proton VPN keeps disconnecting and slowing your internet, first switch to a nearby server with low load, as distant or congested servers are the most common cause of drops and poor speeds.

You can see server load in the Proton VPN app and avoid those marked as heavily used.

Try changing the VPN protocol to WireGuard, which is usually faster and more stable than OpenVPN, especially on mobile or unstable networks.

Also disable features like Always-on VPN or aggressive kill switch temporarily to check if they are causing repeated reconnects.

Unstable Wi-Fi can trigger frequent drops, so test Proton VPN on a different network or mobile data to isolate the issue.

If problems persist, update the app and contact Proton VPN support with your device, OS version, and server name so they can investigate connection stability on their side.

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