# Secure Wi-Fi

> Encrypts data on public Wi-Fi to protect privacy and security. (iPhone/iPad app by Sprint Nextel Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-wi-fi/id1138644600 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sprint Nextel Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/490227820)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-wi-fi/id1138644600/reviews.md

## What is Secure Wi?

Protects your security and privacy when you use public Wi-Fi hotspots, so hackers can’t eavesdrop.

Secure Wi-Fi automatically encrypts your data when you connect to an unsecured Wi-Fi network. As soon as an unsecured Wi-Fi network is detected, Secure Wi-Fi enables a VPN connection to make sure no one can steal your passwords, hijack your login, or monitor your activity. Once the phone disconnects from the unsecured Wi-Fi network, the VPN connection automatically turns off.

Secure Wi-Fi is available as a one-time day pass or a renewing monthly subscription. The day pass is available at $0.99 and provides protection on any public Wi-Fi you use for 24 hours. The monthly subscription is available at $1.99 per month and provides protection for any public Wi-Fi you use for the entire month. The monthly subscription renews automatically each month, where the payment will be charged to your iTunes Account within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. All cancellations will take effect at the end of the current period.

Please note that if you check the data or battery usage on your phone, it may appear as though Secure Wi-Fi is using a lot of data and battery. However, that is not what is really going on. The reporting information for data/battery usage has simply been shifted from the actual apps using it and is being shown as used by Secure Wi-Fi.

Privacy policy and terms of use can be found here:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/static-s3.mobolize.com/Customers/Sprint/HTML/sswf_privacy_and_terms.html

## Key features

- Automatic data encryption on public Wi-Fi
- VPN connection for security
- Prevents password theft and activity monitoring
- Automatic VPN disconnect
- Day pass and monthly subscription options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 18)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-wi-fi/id1138644600/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nxuadds ese

*2020-08-14, version 2.6.3*

Gr chugubz drzzeSie

### 1/5 — Lost its way.

*2020-08-10, version 2.6.1*

I have used this app at $1.99 a month for quite some time until now. For some reason it has stopped working and when I try to manually turn it on it tells me I have to buy it- again. I have paid it twice already. How does it not know it has been purchased?

### 1/5 — 2nd or third time trying the app!

*2019-09-04, version 2.5.0*

It doesn’t seem to actually do anything.  It sends protection notifications every few minutes, even when I’m not on a wi-fi network. And the app doesn’t really let you know what it’s protected you from while running.  I was hoping it would be better this time!

**Developer response:** Can you please email us at support@sprintsecurewifi.com so we can help?

### 3/5 — Does not work on  iPad Pro 11

*2019-06-27, version 2.5.0*

This VPN will not connect on iPad Pro 11 running ios 12.3.1.
Android version works great.

Update... If you turn off Sprint Secure Wi-Fi then use OpenVPN, Re-enabeling Sprint Secure Wi-Fi will result in no connection until you reboot ipad.

**Developer response:** Can you please email us at support@sprintsecurewifi.com so we can help resolve the issue for you?

### 1/5 — Never works

*2019-03-18, version 2.5.0*

There are many better VPN apps on the market.

**Developer response:** Can you please email us at support@sprintsecurewifi.com so we can help resolve the issue for you?

### 2/5 — vpn doesn’t really work

*2019-02-19, version 2.2.0*

it connects but then keeps disconnecting also it’s very slow on all my wi-fi networks i visit.

**Developer response:** Can you please email us at support@sprintsecurewifi.com so we can help resolve the issue for you.

### 1/5 — Not impressed

*2018-12-13, version 2.1.0*

Another poor performance App designed by Sprint.  It’s sad to say but I would recommend that people avoid until designer does some fine-tuning.

**Developer response:** Can you please email us at support@sprintsecurewifi.com with the details of what is not working so we can help resolve the issue for you.

### 3/5 — App works well most of the time.

*2018-11-13, version 2.0.0*

I really love this application. It really helps me to feel safe when I do banking or other Internet browsing while I am at a coffee house or somewhere where the Wi-Fi is on secured. The one issue I have with it it was occasionally it disconnects and re-connects and disconnect and reconnects multiple times when I’ve never disconnected from the Wi-Fi. Additionally on some networks, like the WiFi at my gym or Starbucks, it won’t take me to their login screen despite the app prompting me to login with them. Instead what the app does is attempt to take me to apple’s homepage so I never login to the network meaning that I don’t get to use the WiFi.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review. We have an updated version of the application available. Can you please email us at support@sprintsecurewifi.com and let us know if you are still experiencing the issues?

### 2/5 — Up and Down

*2018-11-08, version 2.0.0*

When u use app limits things on your phone. Backing up, software updates etc. will say it’s securing your Wi-Fi then Wi-Fi logo will disappear and say LTE. So I will go to FB messenger which is Wi-Fi only and won’t come up...this app loses Wi-Fi connection constantly.

**Developer response:** We are sorry to hear you're experiencing issues. Could you please email us at support@sprintsecurewifi.com with the details so we can help resolve the issue for you.

### 1/5 — Takes too long to launch

*2018-06-01, version 1.4.0*

I use this app when I go to work because I use the company’s unsecured network. For about a month, I’m able to login to the company’s network, but the app shows that I don’t have a subscription. I am billed for my subscription fee monthly. It takes about an hour for the app to secure my connection. Now I’m getting more spam because I’m unsecured for about an hour. Why does the app show that I need to subscribe when I pay monthly?

**Developer response:** Sorry to hear you had problems but we're here to help! You can get personal help by submitting a report by clicking on the "Report problem" on the bottom of the app, and then following the directions.

## Frequently asked questions about Secure Wi

### How does Secure Wi-Fi protect my data on public Wi-Fi?

Secure Wi-Fi automatically encrypts your data when you connect to an unsecured Wi-Fi network. This creates a VPN connection that prevents hackers from eavesdropping on your activity, stealing passwords, or hijacking your login information.

### What are the pricing options for Secure Wi-Fi?

Secure Wi-Fi offers a one-time day pass for $0.99, providing 24 hours of protection. Alternatively, a monthly subscription is available for $1.99 per month, offering continuous protection on any public Wi-Fi.

### Can I cancel my monthly subscription for Secure Wi-Fi?

Yes, you can cancel your monthly subscription. Auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. All cancellations will take effect at the end of the current billing period.

### Does Secure Wi-Fi use a lot of data or battery?

While it may appear that Secure Wi-Fi is using a lot of data and battery in your phone's usage reports, this is not the case. The reporting information is shifted from the actual apps using the data and battery, and is displayed as being used by Secure Wi-Fi.

### On which devices is Secure Wi-Fi available?

Secure Wi-Fi is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to protect your connection across these Apple platforms.

### How often is Secure Wi-Fi updated?

The latest version of Secure Wi-Fi is 2.7.3, which was last updated on March 21, 2023. This indicates regular updates to maintain security and functionality.

### What is the age rating for Secure Wi-Fi?

Secure Wi-Fi has an age rating of 4+. This means it is considered appropriate for users aged 4 and older, with no mature content concerns.

### What happens to the VPN connection when I leave a public Wi-Fi network?

Once your phone disconnects from the unsecured Wi-Fi network, the VPN connection established by Secure Wi-Fi automatically turns off. This ensures the VPN is only active when needed for protection.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.7.3 — 2023-03-21

Latest performance updates and migration readiness.

### 2.7.0 — 2022-11-15

Latest performance updates and bug fixes.

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