In order to change VPN protocols on iOS, please follow the steps below:
1. Start the iOS FastVPN app.
2. Log into your FastVPN app with your FastVPN username and password.
3. Open Preferences from the bottom navigation bar and tap Settings:
4. Under Connection protection, tap VPN Protocol. The currently selected protocol is shown next to it.
5. Select the preferred protocol:
- WireGuard®*(Recommended) - a fast and modern, secure, easy-to-use protocol with strong encryption, perfect forward secrecy, and minimal attack surface. WireGuard® offers improved performance, security, and simplicity compared to traditional VPN protocols, with faster VPN speeds, better encryption, and lower latency. WireGuard® supports Kill Switch and Ad Blocker.
- IKEv2 - a widely compatible protocol with 256-bit encryption; secure, stable and mobile-oriented. A better fit on some restrictive networks.
*All Rights Reserved. "WireGuard" and the "WireGuard" logo are registered trademarks of Jason A. Donenfeld.
NOTE: If you are connected when you change the protocol, the app will ask you to Disconnect and Apply.
6. Go back to the VPN tab and tap Connect. If iOS asks to add VPN configurations, tap Allow. FastVPN will automatically establish a secure VPN connection using the selected protocol.
To check which protocol is in use, tap the info (i) icon on the connection card while connected. The protocol is shown in Connection details:
If you need any further assistance, please contact our
Support Team.
