# Norton VPN – Fast & Secure

> Access favorite websites and apps more securely on the go.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.symantec.securewifi](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.symantec.securewifi)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.symantec.securewifi`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** NortonMobile
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 42,565,474
- **Rating:** 4.45 / 5 (310,053 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.14.0.260729696
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-18
- **First published:** 2016-05-09
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 145 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.symantec.securewifi)
- **Website:** [https://support.norton.com/sp/en/us/secure-wifi/current/info?inid=hho\_supp\_htm\_mobile-cur-retail-otherapps-03-spwifi](https://support.norton.com/sp/en/us/secure-wifi/current/info?inid=hho_supp_htm_mobile-cur-retail-otherapps-03-spwifi)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.nortonlifelock.com/privacy/gps-english](https://www.nortonlifelock.com/privacy/gps-english)

## Description

Norton VPN offers fast, reliable, and secure VPN services designed to keep your online activity private and protected. It features global high-speed servers, no-log policy verified by third-party audits, auto-connect on public Wi-Fi, IP rotation, and split tunneling for optimal performance and privacy. Advanced options include a kill switch, double VPN routing, and compromised network detection to maintain your security at all times.

Beyond basic VPN functions, Norton VPN Plus and Ultimate plans provide additional layers of protection such as malware protection, dark web monitoring, password manager, and ample cloud backup storage. Parental controls and privacy monitoring features give families and individuals better control over their online safety and personal information. Trusted by Gen Digital, Norton VPN ensures comprehensive cybersecurity wherever you browse.

## Rankings

- #3,615 — Overall
- #7 — Tools (Gross)
- #92 — Tools (Free)
- #114 — Application (Gross)
- #14 — data privacy
- #16 — secure

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BIND_ACCESSIBILITY_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.MOUNT_UNMOUNT_FILESYSTEMS`
- `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ADVANCED_PROTECTION_MODE`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_SMS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.UNINSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.symantec.securewifi.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.symantec.securewifi.permission.LAUNCH_PLAID`

## Review summary

Most reviews are positive about Norton VPN being easy to use and good for online safety, with multiple commenters noting peace of mind and background protection. However, several recurring concerns spoil the experience: the Kill Switch and WireGuard can break Google services and Android connectivity; the app may turn off automatically on certain networks; login/auth problems with Norton accounts; perception of very high price; and inconsistent reliability with disconnects and unclear operation.

### Pros

- Easy to use and user-friendly
- Strong focus on online safety and protection
- Reliable performance with background protection
- Positive overall experience and peace of mind

### Cons

- Kill Switch with WireGuard disrupts Google services and Android connectivity (can fix by disabling Kill Switch or changing protocol)
- Automatic network security checks cause the VPN to turn off on certain networks and cannot be overridden
- Login/authentication issues with Norton subscription in-app
- High price / very expensive subscription
- Intermittent/unreliable performance and disconnects

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