# VPN.AC Client

> VPN.AC VPN Client App for Android

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ac.vpn.androidapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ac.vpn.androidapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `ac.vpn.androidapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Cryptolayer SRL
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 139,907
- **Rating:** 3.74 / 5 (656 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.52
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-16
- **First published:** 2014-12-23
- **Publisher country:** RO
- **Size:** 15 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ac.vpn.androidapp)
- **Website:** [https://vpn.ac](https://vpn.ac/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://vpn.ac/privacy-policy](https://vpn.ac/privacy-policy)

## Description

VPN.AC Client for Android provides a security-focused VPN experience, operated by professionals with expertise in Information Security, Linux, and Networking. It encrypts mobile traffic using advanced Elliptic Curve Cryptography and AES-GCM ciphers, ensuring robust protection and privacy.

Offering ultra-fast gigabit servers across 20+ countries on 4 continents, the app supports both UDP and TCP connections with multiple ports for bypassing firewalls. Features include auto-reconnect upon system reboot or network changes, geo-location display of IP address, an easy-to-use server selection menu, and the ability to include or exclude specific apps from VPN routing. With premium service available from $4/month, VPN.AC is ideal for users seeking reliable and secure VPN protection on their Android devices.

## Rankings

- #189,179 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`

## Review summary

User reviews show VPN.AC Client is generally reliable and fast with good mobile performance, and many users trust it over years. However, update-related stability problems, mixed China performance, and limited server coverage are recurring issues. Some customers also report weak support and pricing concerns. Overall it’s well-regarded when it runs smoothly, but update stability and China usability are common pain points.

### Pros

- Generally reliable and stable over years; many users say it does what it's supposed to and remains usable across updates.
- Fast speeds and stable connections in diverse environments, including favorable performance in China and the UK.
- Mobile-friendly with auto-reconnect and stable holding of connections on the go.
- Active update cycle that tends to fix issues quickly when problems arise.
- Overall positive sentiment and trust from long-term users, with multiple reviews calling it one of the best VPNs they’ve used.

### Cons

- Update-induced bugs and instability: new versions breaking connectivity, crashes, or disconnect issues across devices.
- Mixed performance in China: some users report it works well, others say it’s unreliable or useless in China.
- Limited server locations (notably lack of Africa and few Asia options).
- Perceived poor customer support in some cases, including unhelpful responses or slow/tone-deaf assistance.
- Pricing concerns and claims about being free versus paid, with some users feeling misled.

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