iOS device owners can give Surfshark VPN a spin on their smartphones and tablets with a 7-day free trial. And if you need more time to make up your mind, our subscription comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you want a refund, simply request it within the first 30 days of your subscription.
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How to set up a VPN on iOS
STEP 1
Get Surfshark. You’ll be able to use it on your iPhone and iPad!
STEP 2
Download our VPN app from the App Store.
STEP 3
Sign in and enjoy the limitless internet. Happy surfing!
What benefits does Surfshark VPN offer?
Fast connection speeds for your iPhone or iPad
Enjoy the speed you deserve on your iPhone VPN. Surfshark offers more bandwidth for high-demand servers and VPN protocols optimized for mobile.
RAM-only servers for extra privacy & security
Surfshark operates on 100% diskless infrastructure.This means that any information that would usually be on the hard drive is automatically deleted once servers are turned off.
Plenty of server locations to choose from
With 3200+ servers in 100 countries, you’re spoiled for choice. Appear to be connecting from whatever country you want - or connect to a server in the neighboring country for the best speeds.
Your online activities stay with you
What you do on the internet is your business. We don't track what you do online, so you have complete control over your privacy when browsing.
One account for an unlimited number of devices
With Surfshark, you can protect all your devices simultaneously - your entire family and friends too! Even if they might not be using an Apple device, you still love them, right?
An ideal VPN to protect your iPhone
Our iPhone VPN app will keep your browsing activity private and protect you on public Wi-Fi. Plus, you’ll get to choose from the WireGuard or IKEv2 protocol, which are optimized for better performance on mobile.
Surfshark supports all iPhone devices with versions 13.0.0 (with 64-Bit architecture) and up.
Compatible with:
iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, and newer.
A VPN your iPad can’t live without
A secure VPN connection will keep your streaming data out of your ISP’s hands. Hide your IP address and beat back the trackers and ads with an iPad VPN!
What’s more, a single Surfshark account is enough to run the VPN services on all of the iPhones and iPads in your home.
Surfshark supports iPads with 64-Bit architecture, versions 13.0.0 and beyond.
Compatible with:
iPad 5, iPad 6, iPad 7, iPad 8, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 5, iPad Air 1, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 3, iPad Air 4, iPad Pro 1, iPad Pro 2, iPad Pro 3, iPad Pro 4, iPad Pro 5, and newer.
Surfshark VPN vs. free VPNs
“The best things in life are free” absolutely does not apply to VPNs. In fact, outside the price, free iPhone VPNs are in all ways inferior to their premium counterparts. Here’s why:
You’re paying with your data
VPNs require physical infrastructure to run, and it costs money. A free iPhone VPN provider may be getting that funding from transferring your data to third parties or adding malware.
Paid VPN is a fast VPN
Many free iPhone VPNs put bandwidth limitations to entice you to upgrade to the premium version. A paid VPN already has your money and thus doesn’t have such perverse incentives.
Less money, fewer servers
While we’re on the infrastructure roll: a paid VPN can have more servers in more countries around the world than a free one. This ensures both speed and accessibility.
Paid VPNs are harder to detect
Streaming and other services can’t detect VPN use, only IPs tied to known data centers. But paid VPNs have more servers, allowing them to bypass more blocks.
Security costs money
Not only are paid VPN providers less tempted to sell your data, they also have the funds to keep security tight, so your data doesn’t get stolen. Investment in technologies like WireGuard results in a more secure connection.
More money means more features
From Kill Switch to Bypasser, there are more features VPN apps can offer than just simple routing and encryption. Premium VPN clients are also much more user-friendly.
FAQ
What does a VPN for an iPhone do?
Aside from working on an iPhone, an iPhone VPN:
- Encrypts the connection between your phone and whatever you’re trying to reach online.
- Changes your IP to that of the VPN server.
And those are the two operating principles of the VPN where all the benefits – privacy, avoiding data collection, staying safe on a public Wi-Fi – come from.
Is an iOS VPN safe?
Yes. There’s no danger in having a VPN on your iPhone if you use a legit, premium service.
It’s a good idea to stay away from free VPN providers because they often have dodgy and unclear privacy policies and make money by selling users’ data to the highest bidder.
Does iOS have a built-in VPN?
iOS has a VPN capability but not a service. To set up a VPN connection on an iOS device, you can configure it manually if you have an available server to route your data through.
For that reason, it may be easier to get a VPN like Surfshark by downloading the app, creating an account, and trying it out for 7 days. Then you can choose from 3,200+ servers around the world in 65 countries in just one click.
Does iOS 14 have a VPN?
Yes, basically any operating system you’ll encounter has a VPN capability. The trick is that it’s not user-friendly to set up and use, and you still need a VPN service to provide a VPN server to connect to.
Do I need a VPN on my iPhone and iPad?
Yes, yes you do. From keeping trackers and ads at bay to accessing censored content to staying safe on public Wi-Fi, a VPN is a necessity for modern online life.
How do I use a VPN on iOS devices?
It’s really very easy.
- Sign up for a VPN service.
- Download the app.
- Log in and connect to the desired service.
It’s as easy as pie!
Is there a free trial of Surfshark?
Yes, there’s a 7-day free trial option for those who download the app from the Apple app store.
Which free VPN is best for the iPhone?
Free VPNs are inherently less well-made and more dangerous than any paid VPN. Therefore, it is inadvisable to seek free VPNs as they can compromise your security.