What is Split Tunneling?
Split Tunneling is a feature that allows you to choose which traffic goes through the encrypted tunnel and which traffic bypasses it to use your regular internet connection directly.
What makes RAGE's Split Tunneling unique: Unlike most apps that only offer app-based split tunneling, RAGE provides domain-based routing. This means you can specify exact domains (like bank.com) to bypass the tunnel, while all other traffic from the same browser or app remains protected.
Why Use Split Tunneling?
Access Location-Restricted Services
Some services only work from specific countries or IP ranges:
- Government portals — Tax services and public services may require local IP
- Banking apps — Some banks flag foreign IP addresses as suspicious
- Streaming services — Local content that requires domestic IP verification
Improve Performance
Some traffic doesn't need protection and runs faster without the tunnel:
- Video calls — Zoom, FaceTime, Google Meet benefit from Split Tunneling for lower latency
- Gaming — Online games where every millisecond matters
- Large downloads — Updates, backups, or file syncing that don't contain sensitive data
Compatibility
Some applications don't work well through the tunnel:
- Local network devices — Printers, smart home devices, network shares
- Captive portals — Hotel/airport Wi-Fi login pages
- Corporate apps — Some work applications that detect proxies and block access
How Split Tunneling Works
RAGE maintains two routing tables simultaneously:
- Tunnel route — Default path for all traffic, encrypted through RAGE server
- Direct route — Bypass path for specified domains, using your regular ISP connection
When you access a website:
- RAGE checks if the domain is in your Split Tunneling list
- If matched, traffic goes directly to the destination
- If not matched, traffic is encrypted and sent through the RAGE tunnel
Domain-level precision: Adding bank.com to Split Tunneling only affects that domain. Other sites you visit in the same browser session remain protected through the tunnel.
Configuring Split Tunneling
Adding Domains
- Open RAGE and go to Settings
- Tap Split Tunneling
- Tap Add Domain
- Enter the domain (e.g.,
bank.com) — it will be added automatically
Wildcard Support
Use wildcards to match multiple subdomains:
*.google.com— Matches all Google subdomains*.example.com— Matches all subdomains of a domain
Split Tunneling vs. Turning Off RAGE
Why use Split Tunneling instead of just disconnecting from RAGE?
| Aspect | Split Tunneling | RAGE Off |
|---|---|---|
| Other traffic | Remains protected | All exposed |
| Convenience | Automatic per-domain | Manual toggle |
| Security risk | Minimal (specific domains) | High (all traffic) |
| Kill Switch | Still protects other traffic | Not applicable |
Security Considerations
Important: Traffic to domains in your Split Tunneling list is NOT encrypted by RAGE and is visible to your ISP. Only add domains that genuinely require direct access.
Best practices:
- Only add domains you trust and that require local IP
- Avoid adding domains where you'll enter sensitive data (unless required)
- Periodically review your Split Tunneling list and remove unused entries
- Use specific domains rather than broad wildcards when possible