Proton VPN: Fast & Secure 4+

Private Browser & IP Changer

Proton AG

    • Free
    • Offers In-App Purchases

Description

Proton VPN is the world's only free VPN app that is safe to use and respects your privacy. Proton VPN is created by the CERN scientists behind Proton Mail - the world's largest encrypted email service. Our fast VPN offers secure, private and encrypted internet access with advanced security features. Proton VPN also unblocks access to popular websites and streaming platforms.

Used by millions worldwide, Proton’s secure no-logs VPN offers 24/7 safe and private internet access, and does not record your browsing history, display ads, sell your data to third parties, or limit downloads.

Free VPN features available to all users:
• Unlimited data with no bandwidth or speed restrictions
• Strict no logs policy
• Bypass geo restrictions: smart protocol selection automatically overcomes VPN bans and unblocks censored sites and content
• Full disk encrypted servers protect your data
• Perfect forward secrecy: encrypted traffic cannot be captured and decrypted later
• DNS leak protection: we encrypt DNS queries to ensure that your browsing activity cannot be exposed through DNS leaks
• Always-on VPN/ kill switch offers protection against leaks caused by accidental disconnections

Premium VPN features:
• Access 6600+ high speed servers across 110+ countries worldwide
• Fast VPN: high speed servers with connections up to 10 Gbps
• VPN Accelerator: unique technology increases Proton VPN's speeds by up to 400% to give a faster browsing experience
• Unblock access to blocked or censored content
• Connect up to 10 devices to the VPN at the same time
• Ad blocker (NetShield): a DNS filtering feature that protects you from malware, blocks ads, and prevents website trackers from following you across the web
• Stream films, sports events, and videos on any streaming service (Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, BBC iplayer etc)
• File-sharing and P2P support
• Secure Core servers protect against network-based attacks with multi-hop VPN
• Tor over VPN provides automatic integration with the Tor anonymity network

Why Proton VPN?
• No personal data required to sign up
• Easy-to-use VPN app for iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, and tvOS
• Highest strength encryption for your connection makes it better than an internet proxy
• One tap “Quick Connect” to secure your internet connection, especially on public Wifi hotspots
• Unique VPN Accelerator technology increases your VPN speed by up to 400% for a faster internet connection
• Proton VPN's Secure Core architecture allows our secure VPN service to defend against network-based attacks
• We only use VPN protocols that are proven to be secure: WireGuard
• Independently audited by third-party security experts and we publish all results on our website
• Trusted open-source code that can be reviewed for security by anyone
• Data protection using AES-256 and 4096 RSA encryption
Join the privacy revolution
• Your support is important as it allows us to continue our mission to bring online freedom to people around the globe. Get our private VPN free today and enjoy fast VPN connections and a secure internet, from anywhere.

Experts’ opinion:

PCMag: “[Proton VPN’s] is a slick VPN with an excellent collection of advanced features, and it has the best free subscription plan we've seen. Few competitors can match its mix of affordability, features, and design. For all that, it gets a rare five-star rating and earns our Editors' Choice award”

Mozilla: “There are many VPN vendors out there, but not all of them are created equal. Proton VPN offers a secure, reliable, and easy-to-use VPN service and is operated by the makers of ProtonMail, a respected, privacy-oriented email service... As a company they have a track record of fighting for online privacy and they share our dedication to internet safety and security.”

What’s New

Version 5.9.0

- Note: this is the last release to support iOS 15. To continue receiving updates, please update the software on your device.
- Bug fixes and stability improvements

Ratings and Reviews

4.6 out of 5
34.7K Ratings

34.7K Ratings

LexP305 ,

Read and learn what a VPN is, so you can know what preferences you are missing!

I have had Proton mail and Proton VPN for years. I read several reviews that were bad. Almost all was because the person just did not know where to look to change a preference or just does not know anything about how a VPN works. I have set up several profiles as to where I want to connect. Always use Secure Core. I like that I can change to any location, just by clicking on a profile I created. If one profile server speed is slow, I click on another. Guys, read the instructions and learn how a VPN works, it’s capabilities and how to customize it like you want it. Whatever VPN you use, make sure the servers are not in the U. S. And a country that is big on people’s right to privacy. Sad but true, the U.S is at the top of collecting, mining & spying. And I don’t support using VPN’s for criminal activities. I was an LEO for 27 yrs and I do not believe in just grabbing everyone’s metadata off their cells at a Super Bowl just because they can. Get a warrant!!

In closing, I tried dozens of VPN’s and then ran many security test over the years . Proton passes them all. The only way Proton will fail it’s customer base, is folding from political pressure. But I think these guys & girls work at Proton for a reason. And that reason is because privacy matters.

TheNewGuyHere ,

Proton Unlimited 5 Stars

I have had Proton Unlimited for several years, worked well, I was very happy with it. My current Proton Unlimited subscription does not expire until mid-December 2024. Suddenly, last week my Proton Unlimited VPN stopped working. Internet access through Proton Unlimited VPN stopped working. I am using the same iOS device I’ve used for a year or two. I know how to use the App and the device. I am in the USA. Over several days, I received several Proton error messages, saying “Proton Unlimited Unavailable” and saying “Access Token Does Not Have Sufficient Scope”. I reported it to Proton via the App, including logs and narrative and later, screen shots. After that, and some questions, Tristan came through with a solution. I followed his instructions, and everything is working, again. I admit, I was upset for several days, but was finally pleased when Tristan gave me good advice (uninstall at about 3 points, reinstall, etc.) that restored my Proton VPN. Thank you, Tristan. You have restored my faith in Proton VPN. Thank you.

Pleased or maybe Not ,

Thank You For Your Product

Thank you for your product and for replying. Most of the intrusions happened in person at Coffee Shops, etc.. I know what was being done, but I don’t know what scripts they used to get in. However, the hacking seems to have halted after doing the following: Export and save the Proton VPN Log (which should also include info. about the Proton Mail App. [Someone stole the original Log via the Files App.]) Uninstall and reinstall Proton Products. Uninstall and reinstall Tubi (While using ProtonVPN, someone was able to intercept Tubi’s Location Network.) Install and offload Apple Support, and Apple Store Apps. (Before ever installing these two Apps., they mysteriously appeared for one-second while I was configuring the Applications’. location status in Screen Time.) Disallow App Store installs and Delete in Screen Time. Disallow all sharing capabilities, disallow “Learn From This App” for all Apps., and also limit Web Content in Screen Time. Transferred all documents and Photos to an encrypted File Manager. Changed my Apple I.D. (This one is tricky but can be done, legally.) Changed my Telephone

Update: Unfortunately , after using this VPN for a few months, I discovered that hackers use it quite often as a back door. It only hide my location from those who are not near me physically.

Developer Response ,

That doesn't sound right at all. Using a VPN connection will not affect your login credentials for other apps or services used on your device. We take data security very seriously. Access to our infrastructure and Secure Core servers is tightly controlled. Proton VPN does not log, has a transparency report, is based in Switzerland, and operates in a more trustworthy manner compared to most VPNs. It is also fully open-source and independently audited. More details can be found at https://protonvpn.com/blog/is-protonvpn-trustworthy. For users with heightened security needs, it is possible to optionally: I) enable 2FA on account access; II) enable login history so that suspicious login attempts can be tracked; III) remove the linked recovery email; IV) pay anonymously with cash or Bitcoin.

With the above in mind, if you have any information that your device has been compromised by someone, or was unlawfully breached, we suggest you relay this information to the proper authorities and ask for their assistance. Lastly, you can check out our threat model at https://protonvpn.com/blog/threat-model to learn more about the threats a VPN is designed to guard against, as well as the threats a VPN cannot counter.

App Privacy

The developer, Proton AG, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy.

Data Not Linked to You

The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:

  • Contact Info
  • Diagnostics

Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More

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