The Android platform provides APIs to allow developers to develop virtual private network (VPN) solutions. These apps offer VPN protocols that the built-in client doesn’t support, and can help you connect to an VPN service without the need for complex configuration.
This article explains how to make use of OpenVPN on your Android device to connect to NordVPN servers. This article also explains how to manually configure the connection using the NordVPN application and an OpenVPN Profile. This method requires more expertise, but it will give you more control over your mobile data as well as your connection quality.
To begin start, download the OpenVPN Connect app from the Google Play Store. After that, you’ll have to download the OpenVPN configuration files from your VPN service provider. These config files have a.ovpn extension and can be downloaded from the VPN provider’s website or by calling their live chat support team for assistance. After downloading the config files to your PC or Android device, you are able to transfer them to. You can download them directly to your device or download an app like ZArchiver.
Launch the OpenVPN application and then tap “+”, to add a VPN profile. Select a server then tap “Connect”. Once connected the entire Internet traffic is directed through the secure tunnel to the server you have selected. The app shows the status and information of the connection under the Status tab. The app also offers an on-demand VPN option that ensures that the connection remains active even when the app isn’t in use.