Quick Answer
π Want to use Luna Display with a VPN? Luna Display does not officially support VPNs. VPNs can block device communication by rerouting network traffic and hiding IP addresses, preventing Luna from working properly.
β οΈ Key limitations:
No official support: VPNs are not officially supported with Luna Display
Connection interference: VPNs can prevent devices from finding each other
Limited workarounds: Some solutions exist but aren't guaranteed
No setup guidance: We cannot provide VPN configuration support
Why VPNs Cause Issues
π Technical Explanation
Luna Display relies on local network connections between devices:
Local network requirement: Luna needs devices to communicate directly on the same network
VPN interference: VPNs route traffic through different networks and servers
IP address masking: VPNs hide device IP addresses, preventing device discovery
Traffic rerouting: Network traffic goes through VPN servers instead of local connections
Possible Workarounds
π‘ Potential Solutions (Not Guaranteed)
While not officially supported, some users have found limited success with these approaches:
π Split Tunneling
π Split Tunneling
What it is: Some VPNs allow certain traffic to bypass the VPN tunnel
Potential benefit: May allow Luna to connect while other traffic uses VPN
Limitations: Varies significantly by VPN provider and configuration
Support: Contact your VPN provider for split tunneling guidance
π Wired Connections
π Wired Connections
USB, Thunderbolt, Ethernet: Connection Methods in Luna Display
Limited effectiveness: VPNs can still interfere even with wired connections
Not a guarantee: May help in some cases but doesn't solve the core issue
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Tailscale VPN (Only Known Working Solution)
β Tailscale VPN (Only Known Working Solution)
Special case: Tailscale is the only VPN we've found to work reliably
Requirements: Both devices must be connected to Tailscale network
Why it works: Maintains consistent IP addresses for each device
Setup: Follow Tailscale's documentation for device configuration
β Important Limitations
What We Cannot Provide
No Official Support:
VPN configurations are not officially supported
We cannot troubleshoot VPN-related connection issues
Setup guidance for VPN configurations is not available
Success with workarounds is not guaranteed
VPN Provider Dependency:
Split tunneling availability varies by provider
VPN settings and capabilities differ significantly
Contact your VPN provider for specific configuration help
Recommendations
π‘ Best Practices
For optimal Luna Display experience:
Disable VPN temporarily when using Luna Display
Use local network connections without VPN interference
Consider Tailscale if VPN is absolutely necessary
Contact VPN provider for split tunneling options
Alternative solutions:
Scheduled VPN usage: Turn off VPN during Luna sessions
Device-specific VPN: Only enable VPN on devices not using Luna
Network segmentation: Use separate network for Luna devices
β Additional Support
If you're experiencing connectivity issues:
Check our connection guides: Review our standard connection troubleshooting
Verify local network: Ensure devices work without VPN first
Contact support: For non-VPN related connection issues
β οΈ Remember: VPN-related issues are outside our support scope, but we're happy to help with standard Luna Display connectivity problems.