# Download VPN Gateway Configuration

You can manually export the configuration settings of your VPN gateway. This is suitable for remote or on-premise VPN configuration, backup purposes, troubleshooting, or migrating VPN settings to another system or location. The configuration file typically includes essential details such as network settings, authentication methods, encryption protocols, and routing information.

You can download the configuration file in a standard format and import it into compatible systems or modify it as needed for future use.

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**Note:**

* The configuration is specific to the chosen VPN Gateway protocol: **IPSec** or **WireGuard**.
* The downloaded file is not a ready-to-use configuration for peers.
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1\. In the **DCD**, go to **Menu** > **Network Services** > **VPN Gateway**.

2\. In the **VPN Gateways** window, click on the name of the VPN Gateway to update its details. Alternatively, you can also click ![](https://1737632334-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MifAzdGvKLDTtvJP8sm%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-2f1229538e69d452928b2f47c676bf74113448d4%2Fvpn-three-dots-option.png?alt=media) and select **Details and Edit** from the **OPTIONS** column.

![Select a VPN Gateway](https://1737632334-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MifAzdGvKLDTtvJP8sm%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-a5d91ca45a6b01ca51dc5e3d6875e5b2387e21ad%2Fupdate-vpn-gateway.png?alt=media)

3\. In the **Gateway** window, click **Download Configuration**.

![Download the Configuration file](https://1737632334-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MifAzdGvKLDTtvJP8sm%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-623e8f46dd63197b3d57a100181a648f6935b0e1%2Fdownload-config.png?alt=media)

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**Result:** The file is downloaded into your local system and you can use an editor of your choice to view its details.
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