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title: "Configure Cloud VPN on Windows"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/server-administration/windows/configure-cloud-vpn-on-windows/"
description: "Using a VPN to connect to your server? Liquid Web offers a cloud vpn solution for connecting to your server securely. Get directions for installing and configur…"
vertical: "Hosting"
date: "2024-03-04"
last_modified: "2026-07-27"
---

# Configure Cloud VPN on Windows

Once you [create your Cloud VPN](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/account/account-security/setting-up-your-cloud-vpn/), the next step is to configure it so that you can connect securely from anywhere. This tutorial walks you through configuring your VPN on your Windows operating system.

TipWe recommend using the **Cisco AnyConnect Client**. The setup is simple and reliable. If for some reason you have trouble using the Cisco Client, you can also try the ShrewSoft client shown later in the article. **Only one client is required for your VPN connection.**

## Setup the Cisco AnyConnect Client

1. Open [https://vpn.liquidweb.services](https://vpn.liquidweb.services) on any browser on your workstation. Enter the credentials you created for your VPN user. If you need to create a VPN user, see [Setting Up Your Cloud VPN.](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/account/account-security/setting-up-your-cloud-vpn/)

![vpn login screen](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_hiNomE.jpg)2. Click the **Download button** to download the client on your workstation (the installer will detect which version of the software you need). Run the installer.

![download windows client screenshot](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_sKqsvg.png)3. Open the AnyConnect client. Enter **vpn.liquidweb.services** into the AnyConnect client.

![vpn connection dialogue box](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_a0E9Et.png)4. Enter the username/password you created for the VPN user. Then click **OK.**

![anyconnect user credentials screenshot](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_H4Cysa.png)That’s it! You’re now connected to your Liquid Web Cloud VPN and can securely access your server.

## Setup the ShrewSoft Client

1. Once the software is downloaded, you will be prompted to choose a Professional Edition or a Standard Edition. Select the Standard Edition to avoid additional charges for licensing. You will still have the same functionality and be able to connect via VPN.  
    ![standard edition install highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_v4E5lL.png)
2. After Shrew Soft has been downloaded, click on the **VPN Access Manager** icon on your desktop. Click on **Add** to open your VPN Configuration settings.  
    ![vpn access manager open](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_BiX8fx.png)
3. Enter the IP Address 50.28.17.124 in the **Host Name or IP Address** section.  
    ![enter ip address](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_cQTnCB.png)
4. Click on **Authentication** tab. Enter the **Key ID String** *liquidweb*.  
    ![enter liquidweb key id string](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_15pP7A.png)
5. Click **Save** and navigate to the **Credentials** tab.  
    ![credentials tab highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_fEt7Rc.png)
6. Make sure the **Authentication Method** is set to *Mutual PSK + XAuth* and enter the **Pre Shared Key** **(Group Password)** that you can find in your [account](https://portal.nexcess.com/). The Group Password can be found by clicking on the Cloud VPN under Services, then clicking “Connecting”.  
    ![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/cloud-vpn.png)
7. Click **Save.** The VPN will now show in **VPN Access Manager** and you can double-click the icon to open the VPN.  
    ![vpn showing in access manager](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_OZFNsw.png)
8. Login with your username and password and click **Connect**.![log in with username and password](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_aB7RMs.png)
9. You will see that your VPN is now connected.  
    ![vpn showing connected](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_ZdWGdM.png)
10. Once the VPN is configured an icon will show on your desktop. An icon will appear in the lower right-hand section of your desktop to show that it is active and connected.  
    ![vpn icon showing](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_pvDFzI.png)