Proton VPN is free to use on Android without an account: here is what you need to know

Using a VPN service is a great way to improve your privacy while online. This is especially true when you connect to networks that you do not have full control over; think Wi-Fi in hotels, coffee shops or at airports. While you should make sure that the VPN itself is legit and not selling your data while you are using it or doing something else that is considered shady, it is virtually the only requirement to up your protections while online.

Proton VPN is a well-respected VPN service that puts privacy first. While some of you may prefer another service, say Mullvad, it is fair to say that Proton VPN is a popular choice for privacy-minded Internet users.

Did you know that Proton VPN is free to use on Android? Without an account? Most free VPN services should not be used, as they may limit security and privacy, may offer slow speeds or unreliable connections, or offer poor customer service.

Proton VPN offers the same high standard for guests. While some features are limited, it is not security or privacy that is. Here is what you need to know:

Where can I get the free Proton VPN for Android? You can download the latest version of Proton VPN from the official Google Play Store. It is free to download and install.

Do I need an account to use the free Proton VPN? No, you do not need an account. Just select the guest access option on Start to use it. You do not have to enter any personal information while using the guest account (or any other information for that matter).

What are the limitations of the guest account? There are a few limitations:

• The guest account is only available for Proton VPN for Android.
• Guest accounts are limited to one connection at a time.
• Only five servers in the countries Japan, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, and the US are available.
• Proton VPN picks the server automatically, usually the server with the best performance. You can use the "change server" option to switch servers, but this is time-limited.
• No premium features. You can't unblock streaming services, do not have options to use multi-hop connections, get no split-tunneling, may not use use the stealth protocol to bypass VPN blocks, use P2p, or the NetShield ad-blocker.
• Slower speeds. Free servers are designed to server large numbers of users. Speeds are relatively slow compared to Proton VPN's servers for paying customers.

Are there any other things worth knowing? Yes, you may see occasional ads for paid plans. The app may show a banner for NetShield, a security component. It does not impact functionality of the VPN and you can ignore these easily.

Closing Words

If you need to connect to a VPN on your Android devices quickly, Proton's VPN application is an excellent option for that as it takes just a minute from download to connection without any hassle along the way. It is good enough for browsing the web on your Android devices, but do not expect speed records from it.

Yes, the limitations make this less of a feasible option for regular use, users who want more privacy and security controls, or use advanced features.

Now You: have you tried Proton VPN in the past or plan to use them in the future? Feel free to leave a comment down below to join the discussion.

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