VPN for Android
Android gives you more VPN configuration freedom than iOS — many apps support per-app split tunneling, auto-launch on untrusted networks, and quick-access widgets.
Below are catalog services with an Android app.
How we choose: This shortlist includes services that list Android among their supported platforms.
ExpressVPN
⭐ 4.8
$6.7/mo
Windows · macOS · iOS · Android · Linux · Router
$3.5/mo
Windows · macOS · iOS · Android · Linux
$6/mo
Windows · macOS · iOS · Android · Linux
Mullvad VPN
⭐ 4.6
€5/mo (fixed price)
Windows · macOS · iOS · Android · Linux
Proton VPN
⭐ 4.6
$0 (has a free tier)
Windows · macOS · iOS · Android · Linux
Amnezia VPN
⭐ 4.5
$0 (open-source client)
Windows · macOS · iOS · Android · Linux
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to install a VPN app outside Google Play?
Installing an APK from unverified sources is risky — use the official app from Google Play or a direct link from the provider's site, not third-party catalogs.
Does Android support split tunneling?
Yes, many providers on Android let you choose specific apps that should (or shouldn't) go through the VPN tunnel — handy if some services don't work correctly with a VPN.
Do I need root access for a VPN on Android?
No, modern VPN apps use the standard Android VPN API and work without root.