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OpenVPN Connect

OpenVPN Connect

Zero-Trust VPN Client App

40K ratings
1551 reviews
🔧 Utilities
📊 Productivity
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 17, 2013
  • May 26, 2026

Developer

OpenVPN Inc.
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This official client app provides secure remote access to internal networks and cloud resources using a zero-trust VPN protocol. It ensures continuous verification for every access request, regardless of location. It requires a compatible OpenVPN business solution to function.

✓Secure VPN tunneling
✓AES-256 encryption & TLS 1.3
✓MDM-friendly configuration
✓Device posture checks
✓Seamless split-tunneling
✓Kill switch protection
✓MFA authentication support
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of OpenVPN Connect. Based on 40K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Utilities app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fast and reliable VPN connection
  • 🔒Secure and trustworthy VPN client
  • 👍Easy to set up and use
  • 🌟Excellent customer support

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional connection issues and disconnects
  • 🔋Drains battery life
  • 📱Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🤔Confusing setup process for some users
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What's New in OpenVPN Connect

3.7.3

May 26, 2026

- Support a managed restricted mode enforced through mobile device management (MDM) platforms like Microsoft Intune or Jamf Pro. - Block user actions including sign-in, sign-out, profile editing, and changing settings via MDM configurations. - Enforce a permanent kill switch on the active profile to block unauthorized traffic automatically. - Allow a one-time connection profile import before the restricted mode lock out takes effect. - Fixed other minor issues.

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It’s good

Good support and response from the team. Good app if you’re savvy to understand the profile configurations. One caveat, although subjective, the VPN icon should be moved to the iOS tray rather than next to the top left. User experience isn’t so great when you question yourself when you established a connection or not.
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vw971vw971

funktioniert bei mir zuverlässig

benutze openvpn für eine sichere Verbindung mit meiner eigenen Cloud, hatte noch nie Verbindungsprobleme. Bin allerdings beim Erstellen der config-Datei genau nach Anleitung vorgegangen und hat sofort funktioniert, auch wenn der Server hinter einer Fritzbox ist.
HarzgeistRHarzgeistR

STUPIF

IT DOESNT WORK SURFSHARK IS BETTER
FlyingHenanrenFlyingHenanren

Doesn’t connect

I download a new vpn profile it works and after a while it just loads super long and then it gives me an error message saying “connection timeout” this has happened to about 4 profiles
hloeizkapdhloeizkapd

Good luck

I love it so much
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Black screen issue after app update

Bug

Profiles not working after app update

Bug

Inability to connect to home network after update

Bug

Slow performance and intermittent connectivity

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for Elliptic Curve Crypto

Feature

Improve profile management and editing

Feature

Integrate with iOS Files app for easier configuration

Feature

Implement automatic reconnect and kill switch features

Feature

FAQ

What does OpenVPN Connect do?

OpenVPN Connect is the official client app for the OpenVPN protocol. It enables secure remote access to internal networks, cloud resources, and private applications by establishing a zero-trust VPN tunnel. This means it continuously verifies identity and device for every access request.

Does this app include a VPN service?

No, this app does NOT include a built-in VPN service. It is designed to connect to a VPN server or service that is compatible with the OpenVPN protocol, specifically OpenVPN's business Zero-trust VPN solutions like Access Server or CloudConnexa.

What are the key security features?

The app offers fast and secure VPN tunneling with the OpenVPN protocol, strong AES-256 encryption, and TLS 1.3 support. It also includes features like a kill switch for fail-safe protection, IPv6 and DNS leak protection, and support for various authentication methods including MFA.

How do I set up OpenVPN Connect?

Setup is designed to be easy. You can typically get connected by entering your organization's URL and login credentials. The app also supports importing connection profiles via URL or .ovpn files for a streamlined setup process.

What are the compatibility requirements?

The app works over Wi-Fi, LTE/4G, 5G, and all mobile networks. It is compatible with OpenVPN's business Zero-trust VPN solutions, Access Server and CloudConnexa. Device posture checks and global configuration file support are also key features when used with these solutions.