Install OpenVPN Connect on Android
Install the VPN client OpenVPN Connect on an Android device and connect to a VPN server.
Overview
Install OpenVPN Connect on Android devices for use with OpenVPN servers. This applies to the OpenVPN open-source project and other VPN services that use the OpenVPN protocol.
Prerequisites
An Android device running a supported version of Android.
Access to an OpenVPN server or a connection profile from a VPN provider using the OpenVPN protocol.
A valid VPN configuration file or connection URL.
Installation steps
Download and install the OpenVPN Connect app:
Open the Google Play Store on your Android device.
Search for OpenVPN Connect.
Tap Install to download and install the app.
Open the app:
Once the installation is complete, open the OpenVPN Connect app.
Review and agree to the data usage policy.
Import a VPN profile:
The Import Profile screen appears when you first open the app.
You can import your profile by doing one of the following:
Import from a file: If you have a
.ovpnprofile file, you can import it from your device storage or a cloud service like Google Drive.Import from a URL: If your VPN provider provides a connection URL, enter it to import the profile.
Import from a VPN provider: Some VPN providers allow direct profile imports through their apps or services.
Connect to the VPN:
After importing the profile, select the profile and tap Connect to establish a connection to the VPN server.
If prompted, grant OpenVPN Connect permission to create VPN configurations on your device.
Once connected, the VPN status shows as active.
This installation guide provides the steps to install OpenVPN Connect for OpenVPN servers. This includes the OpenVPN open-source project or other VPN services using the OpenVPN protocol.
Install the app and connect to a server
Install the OpenVPN Connect app from the Google Play Store.
Wait until the download and installation are complete, then open the app.
Agree to the data usage policy.
The Import Profile screen displays.
This installation guide provides the steps to install OpenVPN Connect and join your CloudConnexa environment.
Before you begin
Find the invitation email sent by your CloudConnexa administrator. This email includes your invitation to join CloudConnexa and your CloudID, Username, and Temporary Password. If you don't have that email, ask your CloudConnexa administrator for help.
Install the app and connect to your CloudConnexa
To connect to your CloudConnexa environment, follow these steps:
Install the OpenVPN Connect app from the Google Play Store.
Wait until the download and installation are complete, then open the app.
Agree to the data usage policy.
The Import Profile screen displays.
For the URL, enter the CloudID from your invitation email and tap Next.
Enter your Username and Temporary password from your invitation email and tap Sign In.
The Change Password screen displays.
Enter a new password and confirm it.
Accept the Terms of Service and tap Change Password.
If the Select Region screen displays, select your desired region.
The Imported Profile screen displays.
Tap Connect.
You're connected, and OpenVPN Connect displays connection stats.
This installation guide provides the steps to install OpenVPN Connect and connect to Access Server.
Before you begin
Ensure you have a username and password to connect to Access Server. If you don't have one, contact your Access Server administrator.
Install the app and connect to Access Server
Install the OpenVPN Connect app from the Google Play Store.
Wait until the download and installation are complete, then open the app.
Agree to the data usage policy.
The Import Profile screen displays.
Enter the Client Web UI address and tap Next.
Enter the username and password and tap Import.
The profile displays on the app screen.
Tap on the profile to connect.
Alternate installation: import from file
You can also import a profile from file by navigating to the Client Web UI in a browser on your mobile device, signing in, and clicking on the available connection profile link.