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title: Install OpenVPN Connect on iOS
canonical: https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/ios-installation-guide/
product: OpenVPN Connect Docs
description: Install the VPN client OpenVPN Connect on an iOS device and connect to a VPN server.
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# Install OpenVPN Connect on iOS

## Overview

Install OpenVPN Connect on iOS 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 iOS device (iPhone or iPad) running a supported version of iOS.
- 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

1. Download and install the OpenVPN Connect app:
   - Open the **App Store** on your iOS device.
   - Search for **OpenVPN Connect**.
   - Tap the **Get** button to download and install the app.
2. Open the app:
   - Once the installation is complete, open the **OpenVPN Connect** app.
   - Review and agree to the **data usage policy**.
3. Import a VPN profile:
   - The **Import Profile** screen will appear when you first open the app.
   - You can import your profile by doing one of the following:
     1. **Import from a file:** If you have a `.ovpn` profile file, upload it to the app using iCloud, Dropbox, or another cloud service.
     2. **Import from a URL:** If your VPN provider provides a connection URL, enter it to import the profile.
     3. **Import from a VPN provider:** Some VPN providers allow direct profile imports through their apps or services.
4. Connect to the VPN:
   - After importing the profile, you can now connect to the VPN server by selecting the profile and tapping **Connect**.
   - If prompted, allow OpenVPN Connect to create VPN configurations on your device.
   - Once connected, the VPN status shows as active.

## Installation guide for OpenVPN Connect with OpenVPN servers

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

1. Install the [OpenVPN Connect app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.openvpn.openvpn) from the App Store.
2. Wait until the download and installation are complete, then open the app.
3. Agree to the data usage policy.
   - The **Import Profile** screen displays.
4. [Import a profile](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/import-profile.md).

## Installation guide for OpenVPN Connect with CloudConnexa

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:

1. Install the [OpenVPN Connect app](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/openvpn-connect/id590379981?mt=8) from the App Store.
2. Wait until the download and installation are complete, then open the app.
3. Agree to the data usage policy.
   - The **Import Profile** screen displays.
4. For the **URL**, enter the **CloudID** from your invitation email and tap **Next**.
5. Enter your **Username** and **Temporary password** from your invitation email and tap **Sign In**.
   - The **Change Password** screen displays.
6. Enter a new password and confirm it.
7. Accept the **Terms of Service** and tap **Change Password**.
8. If the **Select Region** screen displays, select your desired region.
   - The **Imported Profile** screen displays.
9. Tap **Connect**.
   - You're connected, and OpenVPN Connect displays connection stats.

## Installation guide for OpenVPN Connect with Access Server

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

1. Install the [OpenVPN Connect app](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/openvpn-connect/id590379981?mt=8) from the App Store.
2. Wait until the download and installation are complete, then open the app.
3. Agree to the data usage policy.
   - The **Import Profile** screen displays.
4. Enter the Client Web UI address and tap **Next**.
5. Enter the **username** and **password** and tap **Import**.
   - The profile displays on the app screen.
6. Tap on the profile to connect.

### Alternate installation: import from file

You can also [import a profile from file](https://openvpn.net/connect-docs/import-profile.md) by navigating to the Client Web UI in a browser on your mobile device, signing in, and clicking on the available connection profile link.

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