diff --git a/app/src/main/res/values/strings.xml b/app/src/main/res/values/strings.xml
index 9bc8de9b..1bad30ee 100644
--- a/app/src/main/res/values/strings.xml
+++ b/app/src/main/res/values/strings.xml
@@ -109,9 +109,9 @@ however it is impossible to guarantee NetGuard will work correctly on every devi
     <string name="msg_installed">\'%1$s\' installed</string>
     <string name="msg_access">%1$s attempted internet access</string>
     <string name="msg_completed">Action completed</string>
-    <string name="msg_vpn">NetGuard uses a local VPN as a sinkhole to block internet traffic.
+    <string name="msg_vpn">NetGuard uses a local VPN to filter internet traffic.
 For this reason, please allow a VPN connection in the next dialog.
-Since NetGuard has no internet permission, you know your internet traffic is not being sent anywhere.</string>
+Your internet traffic is not being sent to an remote VPN server.</string>
     <string name="msg_try">Try NetGuard</string>
     <string name="msg_terms">By donating you agree to the <a href="http://www.netguard.me/#terms">terms &amp; conditions</a></string>
     <string name="msg_dimming">If you cannot press OK in the next dialog, another (screen dimming) application is likely manipulating the screen.</string>