VPN Peek is a lightweight macOS application designed to provide real-time monitoring of VPN connections directly from the menu bar. This utility helps users ensure their online privacy by detecting potential DNS and IPv6 leaks that could expose their true IP addresses.
Key Features
- Real-Time VPN Monitoring: Instantly displays VPN connection status with customizable menu bar icons
- DNS Leak Detection: Automatically checks if DNS queries are routed through VPN or leaking to ISP servers
- IPv6 Leak Detection: Identifies exposure of real IPv6 addresses that could bypass VPN protection
- IP & Location Display: Shows current public IP address and geographic location with copy-to-clipboard functionality
- Smart Notifications: Alerts users when VPN disconnects or leaks are detected
- Auto-Refresh: Monitors network changes and refreshes status automatically
- Native macOS Experience: Built following Apple Human Interface Guidelines with clean, unobtrusive interface
Privacy Focus
VPN Peek operates entirely on-device without storing or sharing user data. The app queries third-party geolocation services only to display location information, maintaining user privacy throughout.
Target Users
- Privacy-conscious individuals who want to verify VPN functionality
- Remote workers requiring secure connection verification
- Anyone seeking peace of mind about online privacy protection
Note: VPN Peek monitors VPN status but does not provide VPN service itself. Users need a separate VPN application.
