> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://tunnelfleet.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# OpenVPN on Windows

> Connect to a TunnelFleet OpenVPN server from Windows.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Download a profile">
    In TunnelFleet, download the OpenVPN **TCP** or **UDP** `.ovpn` file for your server.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Install OpenVPN Connect">
    Install [OpenVPN Connect for Windows](https://openvpn.net/client/).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Import">
    Open the app → **Upload File** / import profile → select the `.ovpn` file.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign in and connect">
    Enter your TunnelFleet **VPN username and password**, then connect.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## TCP vs UDP

* Prefer **UDP** when it works — usually faster
* Prefer **TCP** (port 443) on restrictive networks

## Verify

Visit [ifconfig.me](https://ifconfig.me) and confirm the IP is your VPS.

## Troubleshooting

| Issue              | Fix                                                                |
| ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Auth failed        | Reset/sync the VPN user in TunnelFleet; re-enter credentials       |
| Connection timeout | Try the TCP profile; open the matching port on the server firewall |
| Import error       | Ensure the file is `.ovpn`, not renamed                            |