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Proton VPN: Private, Secure

Get a fast, safe, private, and secure VPN with no logs and no data limit

Proton Technologies AG · ch.protonvpn.android

4.4 out of 5 (37 ratings) 100M+ downloads v5.19.78.1 59.4 MB Android 7.1+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

  • Other versions use a different certificate Details

At a glance

Latest version
v5.19.78.1 (605197801)
Updated
Sep 4, 2026 (1 month ago)
APK size
59.4 MB
Requires
Android 7.1+ (API 25)
CPU support
x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM (legacy), ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit, MIPS, MIPS 64-bit
Category
Tools (app)
Listed since
Feb 24, 2021 (at least)
Permissions
12 (2 sensitive)
Website
protonvpn.com
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Proton VPN: Private, Secure is an app by Proton Technologies AG in the Tools category, listed since at least February 2021. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM (legacy), ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit, MIPS and MIPS 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 2.6.91.0, the minimum Android version rose from 5.0 to 7.1. It asks for 12 permissions, 2 of them sensitive: camera and see all installed apps. Compared with version 2.6.91.0, it adds 5 new permissions (“Camera”, “Foreground service system exempted”, “Show notifications” and 2 more) and drops 1 (“Change wifi state”).

Ratings

4.4out of 537 ratings
  • 5 ★76%
  • 4 ★8%
  • 3 ★3%
  • 2 ★5%
  • 1 ★8%

Ratings from users of the source store — not collected or verified by AAPKs.

What's new in v5.19.78.1

Made minor under-the-hood changes to prepare for future UI improvements.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “superpocket”.

Proton VPN is the world's only free VPN app that is safe to use and respects your privacy. Created by CERN scientists behind Proton Mail, our fast VPN offers unlimited, secure, encrypted, and private internet access with advanced privacy and security features. ⭐ PCMag: "[Proton VPN] is the best VPN with an excellent collection of advanced features, and it has the best free subscription plan we've seen." ✔ Trusted by millions worldwide ✔ Strict no logs policy; your privacy is our priority for secure VPN protection ✔ Unlimited data access: true free VPN experience with no restrictions on bandwidth or speed limits. ✔ No sign-up required to use our app 🛡️ Free VPN features • Discreet app icon option disguises the Proton VPN app on your phone • Full-disk encrypted servers protect your data privacy from cyber threats with secure VPN technology • Perfect forward secrecy: encrypted traffic cannot be captured and decrypted later • DNS leak protection: we encrypt DNS queries to ensure browsing activity stays private • Always-on VPN kill switch offers protection against leaks from accidental disconnections 🌟 Premium features • Access 20,000+ high-speed servers across the whole planet in over 140 countries • Fast VPN: high-speed server network with connections up to 10 Gbps for express download and upload speed • VPN Accelerator: supercharges Proton VPN speeds by up to 400% for faster browsing • Connect up to 10 devices simultaneously • Ad blocker (NetShield): DNS filtering protects from malware, blocks ads, prevents website trackers • Fast VPN servers compatible for high-bandwidth use • Secure connections compatible with file-sharing and P2P traffic • Secure Core servers bypass network-based attacks with multi-hop VPN • Split tunneling support allows selecting which apps go through the VPN tunnel 💡 Why is Proton VPN the best VPN? • Free internet security for everyone: making online privacy accessible with free VPN access • "One tap connect" shields your internet connection on public Wi-Fi hotspots • Proven secure VPN protocols: OpenVPN and WireGuard for safe connections with turbo speeds. • Independently audited by third-party security experts • Trusted open-source code reviewable for security by anyone • Data protection using AES-256 and 4096 RSA encryption making Proton VPN safer than any internet proxy • Thousands of secure servers worldwide, including hundreds of free VPN servers ensuring high-bandwidth connections nearby. • Complete your privacy setup: Whether you browse with DuckDuckGo, Brave, or Opera, Proton VPN ensures your entire connection is encrypted. • Multi-platform support across Android, Linux, Windows, macOS, iOS and browser extensions for Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Brave, Opera, and more. Join the privacy revolution • Get our private VPN free today and enjoy fast and unlimited connections with secure internet on any network.

Version history

4 versions are listed; the oldest rated Trusted is v2.6.91.0. Since v5.19.78.1 it requires Android 7.1+.

All 4 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Certificate issued to “zph-mph” Not the developer's name (“Proton Technologies AG”). Names in certificates can't be verified, so this alone proves nothing.
  • Other versions use a different certificate v2.6.91.0. Android normally won't update an installed app with a file signed by another certificate, and a new certificate can mean a different publisher. v2.6.91.0

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature under review Sep 4, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Jx Clarynx, O=zph-mph, OU=anon.org, L=Caraga, ST=Surigao Del Norte, C=8609
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)7D:64:F9:C2:53:C7:EF:35:A0:72:0F:6F:8A:80:2B:D4:B9:20:AA:3A
  • File MD5950877006db152f25f1d6892bf772568
  • Uploaded by “superpocket” Silver tier · 5,272 followers · uploading since 2016

Scans and ratings come from the source store; the certificate comparisons are AAPKs's own, made from the files' published signatures (1 other version compared). AAPKs doesn't scan files itself — compare the MD5 and signer after downloading.

Permissions (12)

Proton VPN: Private, Secure requests 12 permissions, 2 of them sensitive.

Proton VPN: Private, Secure APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Proton VPN: Private, Secure for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 7.1 or later. Version 2.6.91.0 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 2.6.91.0 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Only if it is signed with the same certificate as the copy on your phone and isn't an older version. If Android says “App not installed”, the certificates differ; uninstalling your copy first works but deletes its data unless it is backed up.

Is the Proton VPN: Private, Secure APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Some other versions are signed with a different certificate. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 950877006db152f25f1d6892bf772568.

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