Using a VPN on your iPhone or iPad is quick: download the app from the App Store, sign in, and tap connect. iOS and iPadOS handle the VPN connection natively, so a dedicated app sets everything up for you — no manual configuration needed.
Step-by-step setup on iOS and iPadOS
- Sign up for FortisVPN and choose a plan. Every plan starts with a 7-day free trial.
- Install the app from the App Store. Search for "FortisVPN" and download it to your iPhone or iPad.
- Open the app and sign in with your account details.
- Allow the VPN configuration. The first time you connect, iOS asks permission to add a VPN configuration — tap Allow and confirm with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
- Choose a server and connect. Pick a location and tap Connect. A small "VPN" badge appears in your status bar when you're protected.
- Browse, stream, and bank privately — your iPhone or iPad traffic is now encrypted.
Getting the most from a VPN on your iPhone
- Keep it on, on public Wi-Fi. This is the clearest reason to use one — see do I need a VPN on my phone?
- Use split tunneling to choose which apps route through the VPN.
- Pick a nearby server for the best speed.
- Enable the kill switch so nothing leaks if the connection drops.
The FortisVPN iOS/iPad page has full details, and the app shares the same clean interface as every other platform.
Troubleshooting
If you can't connect, try another server, toggle the VPN off and on, confirm the app is updated, and check that the VPN configuration is allowed in Settings. Restarting the device resolves most temporary issues.
FortisVPN protects your iPhone and iPad alongside up to 10 devices on a single subscription. Download the app or start a free trial.
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does iPhone have a built-in VPN? iOS supports VPN connections natively, but you still need a VPN service and app to provide the servers and encryption. A dedicated app sets it up automatically.
Q. Why does my iPhone ask to "allow" the VPN? That's iOS adding the VPN configuration to your device — a normal one-time permission. Approve it and the VPN can connect.
Q. Can I use one account on my iPhone and iPad together? Yes. A single FortisVPN subscription covers up to 10 devices, so your iPhone and iPad can both be protected at once.
Last updated: 14 June 2026
