VPN has to be turned on manually?

RiceAWay

This was automatically on in the first edition with VPN, why do I have to manually engage this now?

Flexx

https://community.bitdefender.com/en/discussion/91720/vpn-has-to-be-turned-on-manually

Have a look at below link & check instructions under "Managing auto-connect permissions in Android 11"

https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/answer/7128/

If the issue persists, kindly contact the bitdefender support by visiting https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/ and scroll down to the bottom of the webpage where you can get in touch with support representative either by email, chat or over a call.

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