How To Setup a VPN Connection on Android, Here I will update on how Settings Connecting VPN and VPN on Android. Previously, we have discussed what is VPN and how you can easily connect to their VPN in Windows. Android also supports VPN - if you have an Android phone or tablet, you can easily connect to the VPN.
VPN on Android have a variety of uses, including downloading apps not available in your country, encrypt your browsing on public Wi-Fi, or just connect to the corporate network on the road.
OpenVPN VPN Networks & Apps
Android does not include integrated support for OpenVPN server. If you are using OpenVPN network, you will need to install third party applications. Connect OpenVPN, OpenVPN's official app, works on Android 4.0 and higher and does not require root. To connect to OpenVPN on devices running Android 2.3 or more, you will need to root your device.
Depending on the VPN you use, you may not need VPN support VPN application specific integrated into Android. For example, TunnelBear offers an Android app that handles TunnelBear VPN connection.
Integrated VPN support
Android has integrated support for PPTP and L2TP VPN. You can connect to the VPN without installing any kind of third-party applications.
To connect to the VPN compatible, open the app and tap More Settings under Wireless & networks. (In Android 2.3, tap Wireless & networks.)
Tap VPN option on the Wireless & networks screen. (In Android 2.3, tap VPN settings.)
Press the + button and giving details of the VPN. Enter a name to help you remember that a VPN is to the Name field, select the type of VPN server you are connecting to, and enter the VPN server address (either the address as vpn.example.com or numerical IP address).
Tap VPN to connect once you have set it. You can have multiple VPN servers are configured and switch between them from the VPN screen.
You will need the username and password you need a VPN when you connect. However, you can save the account information for the next time.
While connected to the VPN, you will see continuous "VPN activated" notification in your notifications drawer. To disconnect, press the notification and tap Disconnect.
Always-On mode VPN
Android 4.2 includes the option to enable the Always-On mode VPN. When this option is enabled, Android will not allow data to be sent, except through the VPN. This can be useful if you are using a public Wi-Fi and want to make sure you always use a VPN.
To enable this option, you must first connect to the VPN and store your account information. You will then find the option under the menu button.
Once again, this feature is only offered in Android 4.2, so you will not see if your smartphone or tablet using an older version of Android.