OpenVPN (iOS setup)

Introduction

OpenVPN is a versatile protocol that can be utilized using TCP or UDP on any port. It also includes Stealth Mode (TLS-Crypt) and a new version of Stealth Mode v2 (TLS-Crypt-V2) which can be used to unblock 'tough' firewalls. Follow the instructions below to manually set OpenVPN on your Windows device.

Step 1

Head to the VPN99 CRM at clients.vpn99.net and sign in with your login credentials.

Step 2

From the left hand menu, click on "Services" > Select your Active Service > Click "Show Advanced Credentials".

Step 3

From the VPN Profile Generator, kindly pick the desired protocol and server. Press on Download to generate the requested OpenVPN profile.

Please choose OpenVPN Stealth v2 if you are trying to connect from Russia, China, Iran, UAE and other countries with restricted firewalls.

Establishing an OpenVPN connection on iOS:

Step 4

Open the OpenVPN Connect entry on the App Store from https://apps.apple.com/us/app/openvpn-connect-openvpn-app/id590379981 and install the app.

Step 5

Open the App -> Click "Upload File" -> Then browse for your VPN Profile/Server file in your Computer files -> Pick the server file and add/upload.

Step 6

Gentle reminder: Your "Advanced VPN Credentials" should ONLY be the user name and password you use for any manual connections (for ex. OpenVPN or WireGuard). Please do NOT use your VPN99 user name and password.

Image below is a reminder you'll see on your CRM;

Key in the Advanced -> click "Connect" -> then hit "Allow" and Voila ! -> You are connected.