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How do I connect for the first time?

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A first connection takes about 30 seconds end to end: sign in, grant the VPN permission, pick a server, connect.

1. Sign in or create an account

Open the app — you'll see the login screen. Either:

You can also sign in by scanning a QR code from another device — see sign in on another device.

2. Make sure you have a subscription

Tap Profile in the bottom bar (or the profile icon). If you have an active subscription, the connect screen unlocks. If not, tap Subscribe and pick a plan.

A 3-day free trial is available only through App Store and Google Play in-app purchase — see free trial.

3. Grant the VPN permission

Tap Connect for the first time. The OS shows a one-time permission prompt:

You only see this on the first connection. After that, Connect works in one tap.

4. Pick a server (or use Smart Connect)

By default the app picks Smart Connect — the server with the best score for you. You can override:

For most users, Smart Connect is the right choice. Pick manually only if you need a specific country (streaming, local services).

5. Connect

Tap the big Connect button. The tunnel comes up in a few seconds, and the home screen shows your connection status, the server you're on, and connection time.

To stop, tap Disconnect. To briefly pause without losing the server choice, tap Pause (5 minutes / 30 minutes / 2 hours).

What if it fails

If you're in a country with VPN restrictions, the default protocol may not work — try changing protocol or transport in Settings → Protocol.