# VPN Express - Free Mobile VPN

> Secure, encrypted VPN tunnel for internet anonymization and content access. (iPhone/iPad app by Shineway Information Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-express-free-mobile-vpn/id375584677 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shineway Information Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605580415)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 949 App Store ratings · 1,344 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2010-07-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-express-free-mobile-vpn/id375584677/reviews.md

## What is VPN Express?

+++300MB VPN data for FREE!+++Best Online Game Accelerator+++Access VOIP & Facebook, YouTube, Hulu, Skype, Instagram, SnapChat, Netflix smoothly!+++Auto-setup all your devices (iPhone, iPad, iTouch)+++Servers in United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, France, Hong Kong and Germany!

WHAT IS IT?
VPN is a 128-bit encrypted tunnel between your device (computer, iPhone/iTouch/iPad) and one of our servers.

WHY HAVE A VPN ACCOUNT?
If you want a total Internet traffic anonymizing experience, a VPN account is the best way to go - there’s no IP numbers to configure into the webapps, and no software to install - just set up the VPN and it’s done! Other features include, but are not limited to:

- Use VOIP service from anywhere
- Accelerate online games: get extremely low latency when playing Order & Chaos, MetalStorm online and etc.
- Assigns your computer a new IP address, hides your real IP to anonymize all web applications.
- A secure encrypted connection between your computer and the Internet.
- Secure your wireless (Wi-Fi) connection at home or at public Hotspots.
- Unlike a proxy, you get secured connection for all programs you are using, (e.g ICQ, Email, FTP, News and anything that uses a Internet Connection)

WHY USE VPN EXPRESS FOR YOUR VPN SERVICES?
- Support All VPN Protocols available in iOS devices: IPSec, L2TP over IPSec and PPTP!
- Lowest Rates with 24x7 availability! 99% service up time! Beat any other competitors in market!
- Optimized for iPhone/iPad/iTouch communication
- Quality Network ensures your VPN service will be fast wherever you are in the world

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY:
+++++ Mar 2, 2012 by DrRhysB
"Excellent App! - I had tried several VPN plans before this & wasn't satisfied with the through-put consistency. VPN Express does exactly what, when, & how I need it for a very reasonable price. Best one out there!"

+++++ Jan 22, 2012 by Neil.D
"100% Perfect. 100% of the Time - This is the best VPN solution I have used. It's on my Mac, iPad and iPhone and can be used simultaneously! The pricing plans are awesome as well. Saves me a bundle."

+++++ Jan 11, 2012 by Anthony Martinez
"Simple, efficient VPN. It just works. - Very easy to use with auto-configure setting. I use this all the time, and find it is great when traveling internationally or when I want greater wifi security in coffee shops. Recommended."

+++++ Oct 17, 2011 by Computer Bear
"VPN Express - This app is great. Skype was blocked at the hospital where my son was in the NICU. My family and friends could not always travel the 150 mile round trip with us to see the baby. The hospitals IT director was asked to unblock Skype several times. He would not. With this app I went around the firewall. I highly recommend this app."

## Key features

- 128-bit encrypted tunnel
- Online game accelerator
- Access VOIP and streaming services
- Auto-setup for devices
- Servers in multiple countries
- Anonymize web activity

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000MB Data Transfer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5GB Data Transfer | $3.99 | one-time |
| 30 Days VPN Service (2GB bandwidth) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 Days VPN Service (10GB bandwidth) | $3.99 | one-time |
| 30 Days VPN Service (6GB bandwidth) | $2.99 | one-time |
| 90 Days VPN Service with 30GB bandwidth | $5.99 | one-time |
| 120 Days VPN Service with 80GB bandwidth | $12.99 | one-time |
| 10GB Permanent Bandwidth | $7.99 | one-time |
| 365 Days VPN Service with 300GB Data Transfer | $29.99 | one-time |
| 30 Days VPN Service (4GB bandwidth) | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of VPN Express?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Works well
- 🔒 Reliable security
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful daily/monthly rewards

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes or connection issues
- 🔋 Inconsistent performance
- 👎 Lack of customer support
- 🚫 Incompatible with newer iOS versions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- User authentication failures
- Inability to connect to servers
- App crashing on launch

**Most requested features**

- Update app to support latest iOS versions
- Improve server stability and connection reliability
- Provide better customer support channels

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,344)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpn-express-free-mobile-vpn/id375584677/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not Working

*2026-06-23, version 5.2.0*

I paid for one month subscription but only used it for 5 minutes and then it never works again. It always says the connection to VPN servers was denied. There is no way to request refund.

### 2/5 — Is not sending password reset email

*2026-06-22, version 5.2.0*

I’ve had this app for a few years now and normally I don’t have any problems. I got a new phone downloaded the app and it does not recognize my credentials so I tried to reset the password. And it is not sending the email to my email account so I’m not resetting the password. This is very frustrating.

### 5/5 — Great OG VPN

*2025-12-21, version 5.2.0*

This is a great VPN I have been using for a really long time. Maybe more than 15 years. It’s pretty bare bones but it does give a small block of data for free and it also lets you do a lucky draw daily weekly and monthly to get more MBs.

### 3/5 — Update

*2025-12-21, version 5.2.0*

Should be update for next generation

### 5/5 — good

*2025-09-14, version 5.2.0*

iOS6都可以用，好评！

### 5/5 — Great app

*2025-09-06, version 5.2.0*

Been using VPN express on and off for around 13 years now, all servers work fine for me, never had any issues setting up and connecting. Can even use account to setup and sign in on devices without using the app. Always Nice gaining free data from time to time with the daily/weekly/monthly draws. 
Definitely recommend this VPN app👍🏻 (always been reliable) thanks guys.

### 5/5 — Now working

*2025-09-05, version 5.2.0*

Suddenly this started working. with the newer IOS. not sure how / why but good it’s working

### 1/5 — 一坨

*2025-08-29, version 5.2.0*

差差差非常差跟他妈地摊货一样。

### 3/5 — Sprachen

*2025-07-30, version 5.2.0*

Soweit so gut. Ich benutze dieses VPN seit glaub ich 10 Jahren, mal mehr mal weniger. Wo aber bitte bleibt das Deutsche update?
Das letzte Update kam wirklich vor 8 Jahren 👎👎👎

### 5/5 — ios 18.4.1

*2025-07-23, version 5.2.0*

Hi. i have an vpn express account. i just updated from an iphone xr to iPhone 16 plus. new phone ios 18.4.1 app vpn express is crashing. guessing it’s too outdated for new phones? ty

## Frequently asked questions about VPN Express

### What does VPN Express do?

VPN Express creates a secure, 128-bit encrypted tunnel between your device and one of its servers. This anonymizes your web activity, allows access to geo-restricted content, and can accelerate online games.

### What are the key features of VPN Express?

Key features include a 128-bit encrypted tunnel, an online game accelerator for low latency, the ability to access services like VOIP and streaming platforms smoothly, auto-setup for devices, and servers located in various countries.

### How much does VPN Express cost?

The app offers 300MB of VPN data for free. It also provides paid plans with the 'Lowest Rates' and 24/7 availability, suggesting a freemium model with in-app purchases for additional data or features.

### What devices is VPN Express compatible with?

The app is optimized for iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. It supports all VPN protocols available on these devices: IPSec, L2TP over IPSec, and PPTP.

### What are common use cases for VPN Express?

Common use cases include using VOIP services from anywhere, accelerating online games for a better experience, assigning a new IP address to anonymize web applications, securing wireless connections at home or on public hotspots, and bypassing firewalls to access blocked content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2.0 — 2016-08-31

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes

### 5.1.0 — 2014-11-12

- Fixed empty VPN server list in China
- "Delete Account" now only delete local data: remote data will be disabled but won't be deleted
- Fixed a couple of issues on VPN connection

### 5.0.1 — 2014-09-26

5.0.1
- Fixed login problem in China

5.0.0: the biggest update since app launched 
- Support iOS 8 In-App VPN connection! Much easier & faster to connect, disconnect and manage VPN! 
- Support "Always On" mode which always keeps VPN alive even device go to sleep/lock mode, extremely useful for VOIP users!
- UI Redesign for iOS 8
- Suport iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus!

### 5.0.0 — 2014-09-25

5.0.0: the biggest update since app launched 
- Support iOS 8 In-App VPN connection! Much easier & faster to connect, disconnect and manage VPN! 
- Support "Always On" mode which always keeps VPN alive even device go to sleep/lock mode, extremely useful for VOIP users!
- UI Redesign for iOS 8
- Suport iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus!

### 3.2.1 — 2014-08-05

3.2.1
- Accumulated bug fixes

3.2.0
- Support IPSec VPN protocol 
- New Japan servers are launched! 
- UI Redesign 
- New affiliate program! 
- Daily checkin bonus 
- Daily/Monthly lucky draw to win FREE data! 
- 100% win lucky draw for ANY IAP purchase

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