Choose your platform and start your secure internet journey now
Click the download button for your platform above and wait for the installer to complete downloading. Windows users will download an .exe file, macOS users download a .dmg file, and Linux users download .deb or .rpm packages.
Double-click the downloaded installation file. Windows and macOS users will see an installation wizard, follow the prompts and click "Next" to complete installation. Linux users install using package manager: Ubuntu/Debian use sudo dpkg -i protonvpn.deb, Fedora uses sudo dnf install protonvpn.rpm.
After installation, launch ProtonVPN from desktop shortcut (Windows), Applications folder (macOS), or app list (mobile devices). First launch may require granting necessary permissions.
If you already have a ProtonVPN account, enter your email and password to login. If you don't have an account, click "Sign Up" to create a new one. Free users can also login directly to use free version features.
After login, you can choose Quick Connect (automatically selects optimal server) or manually select servers in specific countries. ProtonVPN offers 1500+ server nodes in 63 countries for you to choose from.
Click the "Connect" button and wait for successful connection (usually only takes a few seconds). After successful connection, all your network traffic will be transmitted through encrypted tunnels, enjoying a secure and private network experience.
AES-256 bit encryption, protecting all your network traffic
Never records your browsing history and connection data
WireGuard protocol support, speed increased by 300%
NetShield technology automatically blocks ads and trackers
1500+ server nodes in 63 countries
Single account supports up to 10 devices connected simultaneously