Get a Free VPN Extension for Chrome
- Mask your IP address and keep your browsing more private
- Block malicious trackers and websites across the web
- Protect your Chrome sessions on public Wi-Fi

Supported on:
How to Set Up CyberGhost VPN Extension for Chrome
Set up protection in your browser in just a few clicks.
Get CyberGhost VPN extension from the Chrome Web Store.
Open the extension and choose a VPN server.
Start browsing in Chrome with extra privacy.
What Is a VPN Extension for Chrome?
A VPN Chrome extension routes your browser traffic through a VPN server. This changes your IP address and helps keep what you do in Chrome more private. Unlike a full VPN app, the Chrome extension only covers browser traffic. Anything you do outside Chrome, from other apps to games, won’t use the protected connection.
Why You Need a VPN for Chrome
Websites you visit in Chrome can see your IP address, which gives away your general location and network. A VPN extension for Chrome routes your browser traffic through a VPN server and sites see the server's IP instead of your real one. This makes it harder to trace your browsing back to your real connection or location.
Keep Your Real IP Address to Yourself

Protect Your Chrome Traffic on Public Wi-Fi
Chrome can hold a surprisingly large chunk of your day: searches, shopping carts, work tabs, and more. A VPN Chrome extension encrypts the traffic moving between the browser and the VPN server. This gives your Chrome activity an added layer of privacy from anyone monitoring the network.
Some ISPs manage traffic differently depending on what they think you’re doing online. Because a Chrome VPN encrypts your browser traffic, it makes it harder for your provider to inspect individual websites or activities. This can help reduce certain slowdowns tied to browser-based activity, especially during busy hours.
Limit ISP Throttling on Chrome
Sometimes you only want privacy in your browser, not your entire system. A Chrome VPN extension lets you protect web activity without rerouting apps, updates, or background services. Turn it on from the toolbar, then switch it off as easily.
Why Choose CyberGhost VPN for Chrome?
Block Ads and Trackers
Keep annoying ads at bay and make it harder for snoopers to track your Chrome activity.

Stay Safer Online
Protect your browser traffic with AES 256-bit encryption and turn it into scrambled data.

Browse Limit-Free
Stream your favorite shows with unlimited bandwidth and zero data caps.
Secure Your Traffic for Free
Protect your online browsing with no strings attached — no credit card or account needed.

Connect in One Tap
Turn on the CyberGhost VPN extension for Chrome directly from the browser toolbar.
Connect to Secure Chrome VPN Servers
The CyberGhost VPN extension for Chrome dedicates 8 servers across 4 countries, letting you change your IP location or connect with ease. Get around-the-clock access to servers in the US, Germany, the Netherlands, and Romania.
Fancy more server options? Upgrade to the full CyberGhost VPN app to access our global server network across 100 countries. Try it hassle-free with our 45-day money-back guarantee (14 days for monthly users).
Use a Chrome VPN, No Account Needed
Our mission is to protect your privacy, so you don’t need to set up an account to use our VPN extension for Chrome. We don’t even ask for your email address.
Simply go to the Chrome Web Store and search for CyberGhost VPN. Click Add. Then select a server you want to use and turn the VPN ON or OFF in your Chrome browser.
To extend data protection beyond Chrome, download our CyberGhost VPN apps on any major device, including Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, and even compatible routers. You can connect to our servers on up to 7 devices at the same time, too!
Supported on:
Chrome VPN Extension vs Full VPN App
CyberGhost VPN’s Chrome extension is great. But it'll only take you so far.
| Feature | Our VPN Chrome Extension | CyberGhost VPN App |
| Protects Chrome traffic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Protects other applications | ✗ | ✓ |
| Changes IP Address | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full server network | Limited (4 server locations) | Yes, for streaming, P2P, and gaming |
| Kill Switch | ✗ | ✓ |
| Choice of VPN protocols | ✗ | ✓ |
| Router support | ✗ | ✓ |
| Multiple devices | ✗ | ✓ (Up to 7 devices) |
| Platform support | Chrome only | Most major operating systems |
FAQs
Yes. Free VPNs for Chrome often come in the form of browser extensions. CyberGhost VPN provides a free Chrome extension, offering a more secure and stable browsing experience at no cost. For broader protection, advanced features, and access to all servers, you can upgrade to the CyberGhost VPN app, backed by a 45-day money-back guarantee (14 days for monthly users).
First, add the CyberGhost VPN extension from the Chrome Web Store. To enable the extension, click the logo and choose one of the 4 countries where servers are available. Click the ON/OFF button, and you’re set.
No, but Google supports dedicated Chrome VPN apps, like the CyberGhost VPN Chrome extension. You can find it in the Chrome Web Store or click the Add It for Free button on our page.
Yes, using a VPN with Chrome can slightly affect your internet speed because a VPN encrypts your traffic and routes it through a remote server. However, CyberGhost VPN uses modern protocols like WireGuard® to deliver fast and stable connections. This means you browse, stream, and game more safely on your Chrome browser without excessive slowdowns.
Yes, enabling a VPN with Chrome is generally safe as long as you choose a trusted provider. CyberGhost VPN helps protect your browsing activity data by encrypting your traffic and hiding your IP address. This makes browsing safer on public Wi-Fi and helps keep your data private while you use Chrome.
No, the Chrome extension only helps protect traffic inside the browser, not the entire device. If you want broader device protection, CyberGhost VPN offers dedicated apps that help secure all your internet traffic on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux, and more. You can also try the full CyberGhost VPN app risk-free with our 45-day money-back guarantee (14 days for monthly plans).
Look for strong security, a no-logs policy, fast speeds, and unlimited bandwidth and data in an easy-to-use Chrome extension. CyberGhost VPN delivers all this with strong encryption, reliable performance, and an easy-to-use add-on. You can upgrade to the full app for more extensive protection on your entire device.
You can disable a VPN in Chrome by opening your extension from the toolbar and toggling the ON/OFF switch. This will stop the VPN from running in your browser. You can turn it back on anytime when you want to browse more privately again.
Yes, the CyberGhost VPN extension works with some other Chromium-based browsers, like Microsoft Edge and Brave. We have a separate VPN extension for Firefox, too. Connecting to the full CyberGhost VPN app for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, or Linux will help secure connections across your entire device.
Don't Take Our Word for It! See What Our Satisfied Customers Have to Say:
Here’s what our happy customers say about CyberGhost VPN.
*Please note: we sometimes pay expert sites to refer customers to us.
Choose the plan that works for you
IMPORTANT!
The 26 MONTH plan includes the biggest savings and is fully refundable for 45 days.
Save 83%
2 Years
2 Years + 2 Months
$2.19/moBilled $56.94 for first 26 months, then autorenews at $56.94 annually
45-day money-back guarantee
Smart Choice!
This deal offers the biggest savings and is fully refundable for 45 days!
IMPORTANT!
The 26 MONTH plan includes the biggest savings and is fully refundable for 45 days.
*All amounts shown are in US Dollars
Everything You Need in a VPN
- VPN servers in 100 countries worldwide
- Iron-clad encryption
- DNS and IP leak protection
- Automatic Kill Switch
- OpenVPN, IKEv2, WireGuard® protocols
- Strict No-Logs policy
- Unlimited bandwidth and traffic
- Fast VPN speeds
- Up to 7 devices protected simultaneously
- Apps for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS & more
- 24/7 live Customer Support service
- Up to 45-day money-back guarantee
- Up to 7 devices protected simultaneously
- Apps for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS & more
- 24/7 live Customer Support service
- Up to 45-day money-back guarantee
- VPN servers in 100 countries worldwide
- Iron-clad encryption