VPN for Privacy & Security. Fast VPN Proxy, Private Internet Connection
Proton VPN offers fast, private internet access with a strict no-logs policy and unlimited data on the free tier. Backed by Proton’s privacy-focused team and trusted by millions, it blends OpenVPN and WireGuard for secure connections across a broad global server network. It ranks among the top Tools apps in AU and NL and sits at #2 in ES, with over 100,000,000+ total downloads and 6.8M in the last 30 days.
Pros & Cons
Unlimited data on the free tier with no bandwidth or speed limits
Strict no-logs policy and privacy-first design
OpenVPN and WireGuard support for secure, fast connections
Global server network with hundreds of free servers for high-bandwidth use
Independent third-party security audits and open-source code reviewable by anyone
Streaming/unblock-focused features are less emphasized than some competitors
Broad permission set including CAMERA and QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES may raise privacy questions for some users
About Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN
Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN is a tools app developed by Proton AG.
Download Statistics
Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN has been downloaded 110 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 6.8 million times. It is ranked #1 in tools.
User Ratings
Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN is rated 4.70 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 970 thousand ratings.
App Information
Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN is FREE to download. The APK download size is 34.92 MB. The latest version available is 5.18.75.1. The last update was on June 19, 2026.
Technical Requirements
Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN requires Android 8.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play December 2019.
Description
Proton VPN is the world's only free VPN app that is safe to use and respects your privacy. Created by CERN scientists behind Proton Mail, our fast VPN offers unlimited, secure, encrypted, and private internet access with advanced privacy and security features.
⭐ PCMag: "[Proton VPN] is the best VPN with an excellent collection of advanced features, and it has the best free subscription plan we've seen."
✔ Trusted by millions worldwide ✔ Strict no logs policy; your privacy is our priority for secure VPN protection ✔ Unlimited data access: true free VPN experience with no restrictions on bandwidth or speed limits. ✔ No sign-up required to use our app
🛡️ Free VPN features
• Discreet app icon option disguises the Proton VPN app on your phone • Full-disk encrypted servers protect your data privacy from cyber threats with secure VPN technology • Perfect forward secrecy: encrypted traffic cannot be captured and decrypted later • DNS leak protection: we encrypt DNS queries to ensure browsing activity stays private • Always-on VPN kill switch offers protection against leaks from accidental disconnections
🌟 Premium features
• Access 20,000+ high-speed servers across the whole planet in over 140 countries • Fast VPN: high-speed server network with connections up to 10 Gbps for express download and upload speed • VPN Accelerator: supercharges Proton VPN speeds by up to 400% for faster browsing • Connect up to 10 devices simultaneously • Ad blocker (NetShield): DNS filtering protects from malware, blocks ads, prevents website trackers • Fast VPN servers compatible for high-bandwidth use • Secure connections compatible with file-sharing and P2P traffic • Secure Core servers bypass network-based attacks with multi-hop VPN • Split tunneling support allows selecting which apps go through the VPN tunnel
💡 Why is Proton VPN the best VPN?
• Free internet security for everyone: making online privacy accessible with free VPN access • "One tap connect" shields your internet connection on public Wi-Fi hotspots • Proven secure VPN protocols: OpenVPN and WireGuard for safe connections with turbo speeds. • Independently audited by third-party security experts • Trusted open-source code reviewable for security by anyone • Data protection using AES-256 and 4096 RSA encryption making Proton VPN safer than any internet proxy • Thousands of secure servers worldwide, including hundreds of free VPN servers ensuring high-bandwidth connections nearby. • Complete your privacy setup: Whether you browse with DuckDuckGo, Brave, or Opera, Proton VPN ensures your entire connection is encrypted. • Multi-platform support across Android, Linux, Windows, macOS, iOS and browser extensions for Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Brave, Opera, and more.
Join the privacy revolution
• Get our private VPN free today and enjoy fast and unlimited connections with secure internet on any network.
Recent changes: Fixed an issue that affected users upgrading directly from an anonymous guest account to a paid plan.
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Comments on Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN for Android
★★★★★Paul· Jun 9, 2026
A true VPN, and with the security of Proton. How can you go wrong.
★★★★★john barr· Jun 20, 2026
THE ABSOLUTE BEST FREE VPN APP OUT THERE. THE PAID VERSION IS COMPLETELY ON ANOTHER LEVEL THAN THE OTHER MOST POPULAR PAID VPN'S IT LITERALLY DESERVES A TIER ALL TO ITSELF!!!
★★★★★Alex· Jun 16, 2026
Easily the best free vpn out there, no issues at All just Perfect overall. Trully recommend it and offers a variety of countries as free. Connection is always perfect too!🔥
★★★★★DANIEL OBENG· Jun 9, 2026
This is the VPN everyone should be using. Easy interface and quick to set up.
★★☆☆☆Jane Fear· Jun 16, 2026
I cannot connect swiftly, it just keeps trying to connect. I am paying for security, but I cannot play games and the Internet is slow.
★☆☆☆☆DuckDuckGo IsMuchBetter· Jun 20, 2026
💫(EDITED)Proton VPN INTENTIONALLY displays your TRUE IP ADDRESS on the splash screen to SCREENGRABBED MALWARE EVERY single time it reconnects to a new server. I think they may have a GOV AGENT in their org, bc why else wud they do that? Reply to Proton: Are u NOT familiar with ur OWN apps STARTUP "SPLASH SCREEN"?? It obviously displays the true IP, then obscures it with ASTERISKS! Don't pretend u don't know what I'm talking about!! & stop making EXCUSES & forward this to a HUMAN, u AI moron!!
★☆☆☆☆Alone king· Jun 9, 2026
Excessive mobile battery drainage occurs whenever the VPN is connected. If developers resolve this critical issue, the app would instantly become a far more compelling choice for users. For now, I'm giving one star for draining my mobile battery which cost me a new battery replacement.
★☆☆☆☆T J· Jun 24, 2026
It automatically started while I was knocked out (sleeping) there's nothing more to say after this besides how does an app have permission to turn itself on without consent? At no point in time did they say "hey we will automatically activate in so-and-so time" especially when you're sleeping
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Technologies used by Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN
Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN is requesting 14 permissions and is using 53 libraries.
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Trust & Safety: Proton VPN requests a comprehensive permission set including ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, CAMERA, FOREGROUND_SERVICE, INTERNET, POST_NOTIFICATIONS, QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES, RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED, USE_BIOMETRIC, and more. The app enforces a strict no-logs policy, has independent third-party security audits, supports open-source code review, and employs strong encryption (AES-256 and RSA-4096).
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