# warp-cli > Connect, disconnect and switch modes of a connection to Cloudflare's WARP service. > WARP is a VPN that encrypts traffic for privacy, security, and speed. > See also: `fastd`, `ivpn`, `mozzilavpn`, `mullvad`. > More information: . - Register the current device to WARP (must be run before first connection): `warp-cli register` - Connect to WARP: `warp-cli connect` - Disconnect from WARP: `warp-cli disconnect` - Display the WARP connection status: `warp-cli status` - Switch to a specific mode: `warp-cli set-mode {{mode}}` - Display help: `warp-cli help` - Display help for a subcommand: `warp-cli help {{subcommand}}`