# PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall — Block trackers in apps & sites

> Device-wide tracker blocking VPN and firewall for enhanced online privacy. (iPhone/iPad app by Disconnect.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/privacypro-smartvpn-and-firewall/id1057771839 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Disconnect](https://appshunter.io/developer/671080658)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 1,015 App Store ratings · 220 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 119 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2015-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/privacypro-smartvpn-and-firewall/id1057771839/reviews.md

## What is PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall?

Trackers follow you everywhere — in apps, browsers, and emails — building profiles that advertisers and data brokers sell, and AI-powered attackers weaponize. PrivacyPro blocks them, encrypts your connections, and gives you total control over what companies get your data.

  HOW IT WORKS
  
  PrivacyPro uses SmartVPN technology — a focused tunnel that targets the unencrypted connections most likely to leak your data, without rerouting the ones that don't
  need it. Known tracker domains are prevented from loading. Unencrypted HTTP traffic gets encrypted before it leaves your device, so it's safe
  even on untrusted networks. DNS lookups are encrypted so your ISP, carrier, and Wi-Fi network can't see what sites and apps you're using.
  
      — Blocks trackers at the DNS layer in every app and browser
      — Encrypts your HTTP traffic in transit, protecting in-app data and background requests
      — Encrypts every DNS lookup so your ISP and Wi-Fi network can't snoop
      — Leaves your HTTPS traffic alone, so the connections that are already secure stay fast

  WHY SMARTVPN, NOT A REGULAR VPN

  A typical VPN reroutes everything through a remote server, slowing your connection, breaking some sites, and changing your IP whether or not it matters.
  SmartVPN only encrypts the traffic that actually needs encryption — HTTP and DNS. HTTPS traffic passes through normally. The result is privacy without the
  friction.
  
  FREE

      — Device-wide tracker blocking, always on
      — Real-time list of trackers trying to collect your data
      — Stats dashboard: see what was blocked, on which sites, plus time and data saved

  PREMIUM

  Everything in Free, plus:
      — Firewall: block any domain on your own terms
      — HTTP traffic encrypted in transit to protect sensitive data on insecure networks
      — DNS lookups encrypted through our tunnel
      — Bulk import/export of firewall rules

  WHY DISCONNECT

      — No logs. We don't see, store, or sell your data. Ever.
      — Full control. Block or allow any tracker.
      — Built by Disconnect, the industry standard for tracker protection. Our technology powers tracker blocking in Mozilla Firefox and Microsoft Edge to
  help protect 350M+ users worldwide.
      — Awards: SXSW Interactive Innovation Award (Privacy & Security), Popular Science Best of What's New, The New York Times' favorite privacy app.

  ONCE ON, IT STAYS ON

  Connect once and PrivacyPro runs in the background. Reconnects automatically when you switch networks. Close the app and use your device normally, protection stays active.

  ABOUT DISCONNECT

  We've spent 15 years building the world's most-deployed tracker classification dataset. Firefox, Edge, and consumer privacy products around the world ship
  with our work inside them. PrivacyPro is that intelligence in your hand, with the firewall and encryption tools to act on it.

  Take back your privacy. Start free.

  PRIVACY POLICY
  https://disconnect.me/privacy

  TERMS OF USE
  https://disconnect.me/terms

  SUPPORT
  support@disconnect.me

## Key features

- Device-wide tracker protection
- Real-time tracker list
- Stats dashboard
- Firewall for custom blocking
- Encrypts HTTP and DNS traffic
- Bulk import/export firewall rules

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SmartVPN with Secure Mode | $59.99 | per year |
| SmartVPN with Secure Mode | $9.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Toolbox | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Blocks trackers and ads effectively
- 🔒 Provides privacy protection
- 👍 Easy to use and configure
- 👍 Comprehensive reporting of blocked activity
- 🚀 Improves page load times
- 👍 Responsive customer support

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some apps and websites
- 🔋 Potential battery drain
- 💰 Subscription required for advanced features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Blocking functionality stops working after updates
- VPN profile not removed properly on uninstall
- Crashes on launch for some users
- Incompatibility with iOS 16

**Most requested features**

- Ability to whitelist specific sites or apps
- More detailed reporting and analytics
- Landscape mode support on iPad
- Automatic updates without user intervention

## Recent user reviews (10 of 220)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/privacypro-smartvpn-and-firewall/id1057771839/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Worked fine for years, now it blocks all traffic

*2026-07-12, version 1.8.6*

I used to like seeing all the trackers PrivacyPro blocked, and I don't like knowing I'm unprotected now. But in about April, 2026, it started blocking all internet traffic on both iPad and iPhone. Sometimes toggling airplane mode would fix it; sometimes a reboot would fix it; sometimes I'd have to reset network settings and reboot two or three times to get connectivity back. It took me a while to figure out that it was PrivacyPro, and when I did, I tried the procedure suggested by Support, reset the DNS cache and deleted the VPN profile, and it didn't help. The v1.8.6 update didn't help. I'll leave it installed but turned off for one more update and try it again, but if that doesn't fix it I'm deleting it and finding a different VPN.

### 3/5 — No Updates in 2 Years

*2026-03-05, version 1.8.4*

This app works, but is lagging behind. If you are going to charge a subscription fee, there should be a justification for it with new features, bug fixes, performance improvements, and UI enhancements to keep up with new OS features and designs. Strongly considering cancelling my subscription next payment cycle.

### 4/5 — Ad blockers

*2025-12-18, version 1.8.4*

Need more

### 4/5 — Oustanding Firewall

*2025-06-27, version 1.8.4*

The firewall blocks a vast amount of junk and is easy to customize. I would give that five stars. When I tried thr VPN it seemed as slow as most, so I would give that three.

### 5/5 — Love the features

*2025-04-14, version 1.8.4*

We have had Privacy Pro for several years now. When it first came out, I bought a license for it. Since it has evolved over the years, they now have a subscription service. But I would say it is very worth the price! It’s an excellent app! I cannot use my games without it! Superb!

### 5/5 — Privacy

*2024-11-15, version 1.8.4*

I hope this works

### 5/5 — Scroll up in “Customize”

*2024-10-23, version 1.8.4*

Hello, PrivacyPro team.
Been using the app for almost 3 years (maybe 4). I love it for intuitive design, robust performance, selective blocking but one thing that needs to be done. “Customize” section for adding custom urls to block is not working properly. It shows top 3 custom urls. When I try to scroll up to see the rest, it just won’t. I have the app on 2 of my phones and both have the same issue.

### 3/5 — Failing

*2024-10-16, version 1.8.4*

Over the last week or so, the app closes itself multiple times a day (12+) and is consistently offline when I first check the phone in the morning. I find myself constantly checking throughout the day to see if it’s engaged, and if not, turning it back on.

This app has been pretty rock solid for years, but all of a sudden something‘s not right.

iPhone13 Pro
iOS 18.0.1

### 5/5 — Liked it for years

*2024-10-05, version 1.8.4*

I've appreciated the product. My wife and I compare going to the same website. Hers is filked with junk ads. So I was going to put her on it. 

But I can't figure out the difference between the three main products. No matter where I look over and over, app store, developer site, I still have no idea. 

Some companies have created the idea of a table where each column is one of their products and each row is a feature and each cell shows whether that product has that feature. Maybe try to investigate that idea. Instead of a website with a lot of meaningless generic icons.

### 1/5 — Blocks FaceTime

*2024-09-18, version 1.8.4*

Can’t make FaceTime calls with it switched on

## Frequently asked questions about PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall

### What does PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall do?

This app provides comprehensive online privacy by blocking trackers across all your applications and websites. It also encrypts your DNS and HTTP connections to secure your sensitive data and offers a firewall to control network access.

### What are the key features of the paid subscription?

The paid subscription unlocks the full functionality, including an easy-to-use firewall for custom blocking, encryption of all HTTP traffic (in-app and background), encrypted DNS lookups to prevent tracking, and the ability to bulk import/export your own firewall rules.

### Is this app free to use?

The app offers free features such as device-wide tracker protection, a real-time list of trackers, and a stats dashboard. However, a paid subscription is required for complete functionality, including the firewall and advanced encryption features.

### What devices is PrivacyPro SmartVPN & Firewall compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices and supports both 32 and 64-bit devices. It works seamlessly on Wi-Fi and Cellular connections (2G, 3G, 4G, LTE, etc.).

### How does this app protect my privacy?

It protects your privacy by blocking invasive trackers that attempt to collect your location, phone number, email, and online activity. By encrypting your DNS and HTTP connections, it prevents your sensitive information from being intercepted in transit.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.7 — 2026-07-22

Various bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.8.6 — 2026-05-26

Various bug fixes and improvements

### 1.8.5 — 2026-05-18

Various bug fixes and improvements

### 1.8.4 — 2024-02-20

Various bug fixes and improvements

### 1.8.3 — 2023-05-01

Various bug fixes and improvements

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