Private Internet Access VPN

Private Internet Access VPN

Fast, secure and open source VPN client for Android.

Private Internet Access, Inc. VPN & Proxy

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Description

Private Internet Access (PIA) is an open-source VPN client for Android.
It encrypts your internet traffic and masks your IP address, helping protect
your privacy on public Wi-Fi and other networks.

Features include:

* WireGuard and OpenVPN protocol support
* Kill switch to block traffic if the VPN drops
* Split tunneling to choose which apps use the VPN
* DNS-based ad and tracker blocking (PIA MACE)
* Customizable encryption settings
* Servers in 90+ countries

Note: This is the open-source client app only. Using it requires a paid
subscription to PIA's proprietary backend VPN service.

Anti-features

Properties of this app that are worth knowing about before installing.

  • NonFreeNet

Versions

Version Date Size Requires Android Download
4.0.38 current
2724c82bf46229fb…
 2026-07-26 46 MB API 24

Permissions

What the app asks the system for. Android only grants sensitive access after you confirm it.

  • Internet accessSend and receive data over the internet.
  • Foreground serviceKeep running in the background, visible in the status bar.
  • Network stateCheck whether and how the device is connected.
  • Change networkChange network connections.
  • Run at startupStart automatically after the device is switched on.
  • NotificationsShow notifications.
  • FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE
  • Precise locationDetermine the location via GPS.
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  • Location in backgroundDetermine the location while the app is not open.
  • Change Wi-FiTurn Wi-Fi on and off or switch networks.
  • Wi-Fi stateRead information about the Wi-Fi connection.
  • Prevent sleepingKeep the device from going to sleep.
  • android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
  • FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SYSTEM_EXEMPTED

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