# Proton VPN: Fast & Secure VPN

> VPN for Privacy & Security. Fast VPN Proxy, Private Internet Connection

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ch.protonvpn.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ch.protonvpn.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `ch.protonvpn.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Proton AG
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 125,793,232
- **Rating:** 4.68 / 5 (1,304,745 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.20.8.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-31
- **First published:** 2019-12-30
- **Publisher country:** CH
- **Size:** 37 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ch.protonvpn.android)
- **Website:** [https://protonvpn.com/](https://protonvpn.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://proton.me/legal/privacy](https://proton.me/legal/privacy)

## Description

**Proton VPN** provides fast, secure, and private internet access on Android. Created by the team behind Proton Mail, it offers unlimited data, encrypted connections, a strict no-logs policy, DNS leak protection, an always-on kill switch, and no sign-up requirement for free users. OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols, AES-256 encryption, and independently audited open-source technology help protect your data on public Wi-Fi and other networks.

Premium features include access to 20,000+ servers in 140+ countries, connections for up to 10 devices, VPN Accelerator, NetShield ad and malware blocking, split tunneling, P2P support, and Secure Core multi-hop servers. Proton VPN also supports Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and major browser extensions.

## Rankings

- #1,168 — Overall
- #10 — Tools (Gross)
- #72 — Tools (Free)
- #135 — Application (Gross)
- #81 — Top app in Vietnam
- #118 — Top app in Russia

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SYSTEM_EXEMPTED`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `ch.protonvpn.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

Overall, users praise Proton VPN for being easy to use, fast, affordable, and secure. The free option and fast connections appeal to many, including gamers. However, several reviews report issues with server reliability, trouble moving accounts to new devices, and the need to test different servers for best speeds. The strongest themes are ease of use, speed/uptime, and cost, tempered by reliability concerns on some servers.

### Pros

- Easy to use / intuitive setup
- Fast speeds with high uptime
- Free option and affordable pricing
- Strong security while browsing
- Good for gaming/streaming (low latency, location switching)

### Cons

- Server instability or unavailability requiring frequent server switching
- Problems transferring account to a new device/tablet
- Inconsistent performance across servers requiring testing to find faster options
- Some users report highly negative experiences with reliability

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ch.protonvpn.android)