How to download and install ProtonVPN?▼
- Visit proton vpn official download page cn.protonxx.com.cn/en/download/
- Select your device platform (Windows/macOS/Linux/iOS/Android)
- Click download button to get the client installer for your platform
- Double-click the downloaded installation file and follow the installation wizard
- After installation, launch the ProtonVPN application
- Register an account with email or log in with existing account to start using
What are the limitations of ProtonVPN free version?▼
- Free version supports 1 device connection at a time
- Access to Netherlands, Japan, and US server nodes
- Free version has unlimited traffic, no bandwidth limits
- Connection speed is medium priority, may be slower during peak hours
- Does not support Secure Core and Tor over VPN advanced features
- Upgrade to Plus or Visionary plan for more features
Does ProtonVPN log user data?▼
- ProtonVPN maintains a strict zero-logs policy, this is the company's core commitment
- Does not record any user browsing history or accessed content
- Does not record connection timestamps or session duration
- Does not record user's real IP address or assigned connection IP
- Privacy policy has been verified by independent third-party audit
- Swiss headquarters not subject to EU data retention directives
Which devices does ProtonVPN support?▼
- Windows: Supports Windows 10/11 systems, provides 64-bit client
- macOS: Supports macOS 10.13 and above
- Linux: Provides support for Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Arch distributions
- iOS: Supports iPhone and iPad, requires iOS 14.0 or above
- Android: Supports phones and tablets, requires Android 8.0 or above
- Router: Provides OpenVPN configuration tutorials, supports ASUS, Netgear brands
How is ProtonVPN connection speed?▼
- Uses next-generation WireGuard protocol, speeds up to 50% faster than OpenVPN
- 5000+ global server nodes, intelligent optimal route selection
- Core node latency under 30ms, Asia region average latency 40-60ms
- Plus users can access dedicated high-speed servers with higher bandwidth
- Supports UDP protocol passthrough, smoother for gaming and video streaming
- Actual speed affected by local network, server load and other factors
How does ProtonVPN ensure privacy security?▼
- Uses AES-256 bit encryption algorithm, same security level as government agencies
- Built-in DNS leak protection, all DNS requests transmitted through encrypted tunnel
- Automatic Kill Switch function, immediately cuts network connection when VPN disconnects
- Headquartered in Switzerland, protected by Swiss Federal Privacy Act
- Supports Tor over VPN, dual anonymous protection for online privacy
- Secure Core function enhances privacy protection through multi-hop routing