Some people find it very hard to configure VPN on iPhone or iPad, but let me tell you it is quite an easy thing to do. Before going on how to configure VPN on iPhone or iPad, let us clarify what exactly is VPN and for what it is used.
Modern iPhones and iPads have excellent VPN support. You can connect to OpenVPN networks and other types of virtual private networks with third-party apps. Prior to iOS 8, iPhones automatically disconnected from VPNs when they went into sleep mode. Now, iOS devices will stay connected to the VPN even when their screen turns off. You won’t have to constantly reconnect.
What is a VPN?
It stands for Virtual Private Network, is a service that allows you to connect to the Internet via an encrypted tunnel to ensure your online privacy and protect your sensitive data. Also, commonly used to secure connection to a public Wi-FI hotspot, hide IP address and make your browsing private.
Also used regularly to make an iPhone look like it is physically in a different location. This is useful if you want to access regional services or content that isn’t available in the country you are currently in.
It is very easy to use a VPN service on your iPhone or iPad. All you need to do is pick a provider and install its app. We personally highly recommend ExpressVPN as it offers a fast, reliable connection, very easy to use, excellent customer service, and affordable. Also, you can go with other great services like NordVPN, Surfshark, etc…
VPNs can also be configured manually as well. To set up your VPN client manually, you will need the setup information before you start, like the server, remote ID, username, and password. If you don’t have any, look out in your system administrator or tech support for your company, or contact your VPN service for help.
Let’s move on to how exactly can you configure a VPN on iPhone or iPad.
Pick a provider and install the app
- First, you’ll need to pick a provider and install its app. We recommend ExpressVPN because it’s easy to use, offers a fast, reliable connection, has great customer service, and it’s affordable.
- There are also other great services like NordVPN, Surfshark, and plenty of others.
- You can also configure your VPN client manually. To set up your VPN client manually, you will need the setup information before you start, like the server, remote ID, username, and password. If you don’t have this information, ask your system administrator or tech support for your company, or contact your VPN service for help.
How To Configure VPN on iPhone or iPad
If we talk about the easiest way then the answer to it is through the provider. Install the relevant app on your iOS device. Open it and sign in to your account. Once you are signed in, you’ll be given permission to add a VPN configuration to your iPhone. Select Allow to have the VPN configured on your iPhone automatically.
The next step is to enter your passcode or Touch ID to give permission to change your VPN settings. Enter your passcode, or activate Touch ID. Now your VPN is enabled, you can now select and connect it at any time without having to open the app again.
- Tap on Settings from your Home screen.
- Select General.
- Next, tap on a VPN.
- Select the VPN client you want to use.
- Toggle the Status switch on.
Always after you’re done using the VPN, dont forget to turn it off, specially if you’re on a free, limited plan.
How to manually configure a VPN on iPhone or iPad
When you have your login info already, you can always go with manually configuring a VPN client on iPhone or iPad. Follow the below steps to do it:
- Tap on Settings from your Home screen.
- Select General.
- Next, tap on a VPN.
- Select Add VPN configuration.
- Next, tap on Type.
- Then select your VPN type from IKEv2, IPSec, or L2TP.
- If you change your mind, you can tap on Cancel in the upper left corner to go back.
- The next step is to enter the VPN settings information including description, server, and remote ID.
- Enter your authentication login including your username (or certificate), and password.
- If you use a proxy, enable it by tapping Manual or Auto, depending on your preferences.
- Tap Done.
- Toggle the Status switch on, under VPN Configurations.
Bottom Line
You might have seen an option for a VPN when looking around in the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. But while it’s possible to configure this manually, there’s no need to as modern VPN apps do it all automatically. With a VPN set up on your iPhone, you’ll have privacy for browsing the web, access to blocked videos and websites, plus security when connected to public Wi-Fi. Even though it is really easy to install and use a VPN. We have shown you step by step how to do it.
TIP: Don’t forget to turn it off after you’re done using the VPN. When want to use again follow these steps to turn it on.
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