OpenConnect
OpenConnect is made and published by Innovative Software Technology SPC. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Innovative Software Technology SPC. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Innovative Software Technology SPC and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedPopularWell rated- Rating on Google Play
- 4.44
- 5,078 ratings
- Installs
- 1.2 million
- Last updated
- September 8, 2026
- Ads
- Contains ads
- Size
- 9.38 MB
OpenConnect is popular, with 1.2 million installs. Users rate it well: 4.4 stars from 5,078 ratings. Its best ranking is #43 in Top Free, Communication in Iran.
Summary
OpenConnect is a fast, open SSL VPN client that connects to Cisco AnyConnect, ocserv, and other gateways with a clean, modern design. It offers no-root operation and per-app split tunneling, plus broad gateway compatibility, making secure corporate and self-hosted VPN access easy on Android.
Pros & Cons
- No root required, enhancing ease of use on devices without system privileges
- No ads and no tracking of browsing activity
- Split Tunnel (per-app VPN) with a built-in system-app filter for selective tunneling
- Broad gateway support, including Cisco AnyConnect, OpenConnect server (ocserv), Juniper Pulse Connect Secure, GlobalProtect, F5 BIG-IP, Fortinet FortiGate, and Array Networks
- Less emphasis on privacy-focused keywords compared to some competitors, which may affect perceived privacy positioning
- Requires a compatible VPN gateway account and profile setup, which can be less convenient for casual users
- Marketing may not emphasize a broader server/network footprint as much as some competitors
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayComments on OpenConnect for Android
Google Play Rating history and histogram
Store listing
By Innovative Software Technology SPC, from Google Play“Fast, secure SSL VPN client for AnyConnect, ocserv & more — modern, no root.”
Description by Innovative Software Technology SPC Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
OpenConnect engine (core v9.12), it gives you a clean, modern way to bring up an encrypted tunnel on your phone — no root, no ads.
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SUPPORTED GATEWAYS
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• Cisco AnyConnect
• OpenConnect server (ocserv)
• Juniper / Pulse Connect Secure
• Palo Alto GlobalProtect
• F5 BIG-IP
• Fortinet FortiGate
• Array Networks
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FEATURES
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• Modern Material design with a one-tap connect screen
• Live download & upload graphs, session data usage, and a connection timer
• Split Tunnel (per-app VPN) — choose exactly which apps use the tunnel, with a built-in system-app filter
• Multiple VPN profiles with quick switching
• DTLS for low-latency data, with automatic fallback to TLS
• RSA SecurID and TOTP software token support
• Client certificate, CA certificate, and private key import
• Split-tunnel routing, custom DNS, and DPD/keepalive to avoid dropped connections
• Reconnect on network change (Wi-Fi ⇄ mobile)
• No root required
• No ads, no tracking of your browsing
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MODERN & COMPATIBLE
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• Runs on Android 7.0 through the latest Android release
• 64-bit ready and aligned for 16 KB memory-page devices
• Supports arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86 and x86_64
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REQUIREMENTS
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• An account on a compatible VPN gateway
• Android 7.0 or newer with working VpnService + tun support
The VPN permission is requested only to establish the encrypted tunnel to your server. OpenConnect never inspects, logs, or sells your
traffic.
Recent changes:
• Fixed a crash when opening or leaving the connection editor for profiles with very large fields (e.g. an inline certificate or config).
• Reduced memory use for long-running connections and for servers that rotate certificates.
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- Contains ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 21
- App size
- 9.38 MB
- Needs Android
- 7.0+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by OpenConnect
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 2.1.17
- Launched
- December 2019
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 18 thousand
- Per day
- 610
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 1+ million
- Launched
- December 2019
Installs over time
OpenConnect has been installed 1.2 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 610 installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #43
- Chart
- Top Free
- Communication
- Country
- Iran
Google Play Rankings for OpenConnect
Ranking history in Iran
About the app and developer
About OpenConnect
OpenConnect is a communication app developed by Innovative Software Technology SPC.
Install Statistics
OpenConnect has been installed 1.2 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 18 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 communication apps.
User Ratings
OpenConnect is rated 4.44 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 5.1 thousand ratings.
App Information
OpenConnect is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 9.38 MB. The latest version available is 2.1.17. The last update was on September 8, 2026.
Technical Requirements
OpenConnect requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since December 2019.
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Frequently asked questions about OpenConnect
Is OpenConnect free?
Yes. OpenConnect is free on Google Play.
Is OpenConnect still available?
Yes. OpenConnect is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on September 8, 2026.
Does OpenConnect contain ads?
Yes. Google Play lists OpenConnect as containing ads.
What Android version does OpenConnect require?
OpenConnect runs on Android 7.0 and higher.
How large is OpenConnect?
OpenConnect is 9.38 MB.
Is OpenConnect suitable for children?
Google Play rates the content of OpenConnect as suitable for everyone.
How many times has OpenConnect been installed?
Google Play lists 1,000,000+ installs for OpenConnect.
How do people rate OpenConnect?
OpenConnect scores 4.44 out of 5 stars, from 5,078 ratings on Google Play.
Who made OpenConnect?
OpenConnect was developed by Innovative Software Technology SPC. It is listed in the communication category on Google Play.
What are the best alternatives to OpenConnect?
People looking at OpenConnect also look at these communication apps: OpenConnect X for Android, VPN Client Pro, VPN Proxy Speed - Super VPN, T-Rex VPN - Secure VPN Client, Tunneltweak (SSH/V2ray) VPN.