The best mobile VPN
- Browse, text, and share photos with privacy and security
- No-fuss design and reliability for an on-the-go lifestyle
- All-in-one app includes password manager and ad blocker
- Browse, text, and share photos with privacy and security
- No-fuss design and reliability for an on-the-go lifestyle
- All-in-one app includes password manager and ad blocker
30-day money-back guarantee
How does a mobile VPN work?
A mobile VPN is an app you download to your smartphone or tablet. Just open the app, turn on the VPN, and it does two main things on your device:
A mobile VPN encrypts your traffic. When you turn on ExpressVPN on your device, all your internet traffic is encrypted, meaning no one can read it except the intended recipient. The third parties you’re shielding your activity from include your internet service provider, government monitors, and even hackers.
A mobile VPN changes your IP address. Your real IP is hidden, and instead you are given an IP address belonging to the VPN company and shared by numerous users. This makes it harder for websites to connect your activity back to you, and it can make you appear to be in a different place from your actual location.
Thanks to the ability to change your virtual location, a VPN also enables you to access sites and services censored by your country or blocked by your school or work Wi-Fi network.
How to set up a mobile VPN
Step 1
Sign up for ExpressVPN
Visit the order page and select the option that’s right for you. All of our plans are fully covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee.
Step 2
Download a mobile VPN app
Download and install the ExpressVPN app on your phone or tablet. You can do so through the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
Step 3
Connect to a VPN server location
Simply hit the On Button, and you’ll be instantly connected to the best location for your connection. Or pick one from our global network.
A better experience with ExpressVPN’s mobile VPN app
The best VPN for mobile devices is ExpressVPN, with innovative technology and advanced features designed to enhance your internet experience. Whether you need an iOS VPN or a VPN for your Android, ExpressVPN has you covered.
Innovations to protect your privacy
Using best-in-class encryption, we keep your online traffic secure from third parties such as your internet service provider and hackers. Our innovative server technology is designed to not record your activity, so we can’t tell anyone what you’ve been up to even if legally compelled to.
Effective unblocking for access to services
Depending on where you are, censorship and other restrictions can keep you from accessing websites, popular apps, and videos on your mobile devices. ExpressVPN helps you break through these blocks, including those on school or office Wi-Fi networks.
Fast speeds and smooth, hassle-free streaming
While VPNs have the potential to slow down your internet speeds, ExpressVPN is optimized so you barely notice a difference on your iOS or Android devices. This means less buffering and waiting while you enjoy strong online security.
Block ads, trackers, and harmful sites
ExpressVPN’s advanced protection features let you customize your online experience and take back control over what companies know about you. Block trackers and malicious sites with Threat Manager, hide intrusive display ads with an ad blocker, and protect your kids from explicit content.
Connect on 8 devices at the same time
With one ExpressVPN subscription, you can use the VPN on up to eight devices simultaneously. This makes it easy to use a VPN on every mobile device in your household, protecting your whole family as they go online.
Lightway, our cutting-edge protocol
ExpressVPN’s exclusive protocol Lightway offers a superior internet experience on your mobile devices, with strong security and reliable VPN connections. Lose your internet connection in an elevator? Changing Wi-Fi networks? With Lightway, your VPN can often be turned on within a fraction of a second once you get back online.
Better value with a built-in password manager
ExpressVPN Keys, a full-featured password manager, is built right in to the ExpressVPN apps for Android and iPhone. With a password manager, you only need to remember one password to access all your logins. They’re protected with zero-knowledge encryption, so only you can gain entry to your Keys account—even we are locked out of it. And there’s no extra cost to use it.
Why use a mobile VPN?
We use our phones for everyday tasks like messaging friends and family, watching videos and listening to music, going on social media, playing games, banking, taking photos, and navigating with maps.
In an increasingly mobile world, a VPN is helpful for mitigating specific risks and inconveniences when going online outside of your home:
Public Wi-Fi security. Free Wi-Fi in airports and cafes can be unsecured, making it easy for an attacker to see what you are doing online. A VPN encrypts your connection, keeping all your online traffic secure from snoops.
Travel with safety and freedom. When you go abroad, you might find your favorite apps blocked and could risk monitors tracking your movements. A VPN helps you stay safe from spies and lets you bypass censorship.
Keep your location private. Online stalking can lead to real-life stalking. A VPN gives you a new IP address, which makes you appear to websites and apps to be in a different location.
VPN servers for speed, security, and total access
When you connect to a VPN service, you’re really connecting to a VPN server, a physical piece of hardware that encrypts and decrypts your internet traffic on its way to and from the apps and websites you use. Our server network is meticulously designed to provide you with the best internet experience.
Wide-ranging server locations
Our server locations are numerous and varied, spanning 105 countries and counting. This means you’ll be able to find one that suits your needs, whether it’s to access a website restricted to certain regions or to protect your browsing while still appearing to be in your own country.
10-Gbps servers for faster service
A single VPN server must be able to handle traffic from multiple users, all with their own constantly changing demands. That’s why bandwidth is so important: it’s the total amount of data that one server can transmit every second. For our servers, that’s 10 Gbps—10 Gigabits (10 billion bits) per second—which can handle more traffic with less congestion, and thus better speeds.
Server tech that keeps you private
We’re committed to not keeping logs of our users’ internet activity and designed our server system to reinforce this goal. We call it TrustedServer—a system that never writes to hard disk and uses RAM only. This allows for all data to be wiped whenever the system is rebooted, in case any personal data is saved to a server by accident. Read a deep dive into TrustedServer, which has been independently audited.
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FAQ: About mobile VPN
How to choose the best mobile VPN?
The most important quality to consider when choosing a VPN service is trust. A trustworthy VPN provider:
is transparent in its privacy policy
has been independently audited
designs its systems to avoid storing personal data
shows a consistent commitment to internet privacy and digital freedom
Thereafter, choose your VPN based on the features you need, such as VPN server locations, compatibility with all the devices you own, and unlimited bandwidth. Learn about the various ways to judge a VPN service.
Is there a free mobile VPN?
While there are free mobile VPNs available on the market, they can’t match a service like ExpressVPN, which provides optimized connections for superior speed, security, and stability, without any bandwidth caps. We keep your online traffic secure with strong encryption while offering global server locations in 105 countries to choose from. You’ll also have access to our 24/7 customer support via live chat and email.
Can I use VPN with mobile data?
Yes! You can use ExpressVPN on any internet connection whether it be home or office Wi-Fi, public Wi-Fi, or mobile data.
Why can't I connect to a VPN when using a mobile hotspot?
Both Android and iOS prevent your devices from sharing a VPN connection. If your phone is connected to a VPN and has its mobile hotspot turned on, any other device that uses your mobile hotspot can connect to the internet but will not be protected by your VPN.
To protect other devices, simply download and run the ExpressVPN app on them too. A single subscription lets you connect up to 8 at once!
Should I always use a VPN on my phone?
While you don’t need to keep a VPN turned on all the time, it’s recommended that you do to increase the privacy of your online traffic and stay safe from certain cyberattacks.
Can someone hack your phone if you have a VPN?
A VPN can provide you with greater protection against hackers and cyberattacks, especially on public Wi-Fi, though it's not a foolproof solution. For example, cybercriminals could still gain access to your device through malicious links and apps.
A VPN is a must-have against cyberattacks, but you should always practice other cybersecurity best practices, such as pairing a strong password with two-factor authentication and avoiding unknown links and attachments.
Risk-free VPN for mobile phones
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