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title: 'Tutorial: Configure a GL.iNet Router to Connect to CloudConnexa'
canonical: https://openvpn.net/cloud-docs/tutorials/configuration-tutorials/connectors/routers/tutorial--configure-a-gl-inet-router-to-connect-to-cloudconnexa/
product: CloudConnexa Docs
description: Configure a GL.iNet router as an OpenVPN client to connect your local network to CloudConnexa using a connector profile.
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# Tutorial: Configure a GL.iNet Router to Connect to CloudConnexa

## Overview

GL.iNet routers support OpenVPN client mode, which allows you to route traffic from a local network through CloudConnexa without installing clients on individual devices.

This approach acts as a gateway-level connection, enabling devices on the network to use CloudConnexa for secure connectivity based on the router's routing configuration.

> **Important**
>
> The information provided here is for **educational** and **informational** purposes only. We are not responsible for any damages you incur as a result of using these instructions. For technical support, contact the router supplier or the appropriate community forums. It is not guaranteed that all firmware versions will work as expected with CloudConnexa, and some features may be incompatible. We recommend updating the firmware to the latest version.

## Before you begin

- Ensure you have a CloudConnexa account and Cloud ID.
- Ensure you have created a Network in CloudConnexa and added a Connector configured for OpenVPN. See [Add a Connector to a Network](https://openvpn.net/cloud-docs/owner/networks/networks---connectors/add-a-connector-to-a-network.md) for instructions.
- Download the connector's `.ovpn` profile file from the CloudConnexa administration portal. See [Download an OpenVPN Network Connector's connection profile as a .ovpn file](https://openvpn.net/cloud-docs/owner/networks/networks---connectors/download-an-openvpn-network-connector-s-connection-profile-as-a--ovpn-file.md) for instructions.
- Ensure your GL.iNet router firmware is up to date.

## Step 1: Add an OpenVPN client profile

1. Sign in to your GL.iNet router administration UI.
2. Navigate to **VPN → OpenVPN Client**.
3. Select **Add Manually**.
4. Enter a name in the **Provider** field, then select the check mark to confirm it.
5. Under **Select a file to upload**, navigate to your `.ovpn` file, and select **Open**.
6. Select **Apply** to save the configuration.

## Step 2: Start the VPN connection

1. In the profile list, select the three-dot menu next to your profile.
2. Select **Start**.

## Step 3: Verify the connection

1. Navigate to **VPN → VPN Dashboard**.
2. Select the **Options** icon.
3. Confirm that the status indicator is green, indicating a successful connection with your WPC.

## Step 4: (Optional) Set up LAN access through the VPN tunnel

If you want devices on the router's LAN subnet to be accessible from other networks connected to CloudConnexa, configure remote LAN access:

1. On the **VPN Dashboard**, select the **Options** icon.
2. Turn on **Remote Access LAN**.
3. Confirm that **IP Masquerading** is also turned on.
4. Select **Apply**.

## Screenshot tutorial

## Related Resources

- [Tutorial: Configure a DD-WRT Router To Connect to CloudConnexa](https://openvpn.net/cloud-docs/tutorials/configuration-tutorials/connectors/routers/tutorial--configure-a-dd-wrt-router-to-connect-to-cloudconnexa.md)
- [Tutorial: Connect Your Cisco Router to CloudConnexa with IPsec](https://openvpn.net/cloud-docs/tutorials/configuration-tutorials/connectors/routers/tutorial--connect-your-cisco-router-to-cloudconnexa-with-ipsec.md)
- [Download an OpenVPN Network Connector's connection profile as an .ovpn file](https://openvpn.net/cloud-docs/owner/networks/networks---connectors/download-an-openvpn-network-connector-s-connection-profile-as-a--ovpn-file.md)
- [Add a Connector to a Network](https://openvpn.net/cloud-docs/owner/networks/networks---connectors/add-a-connector-to-a-network.md)

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