How to Use PureVPN on Your iPad

Apple has created a wonderful, mobile ecosystem that allows users to access the content they want, wherever they want. With the help of the iPad and iPhone, any content, whether it’s movies, TV shows, songs, or games, can be enjoyed on the go. It really is incredible.

However, as wonderful as the iOS platform is, it can be somewhat frustrating when it comes to privacy. Each iPhone and iPad has a single unique identifier (“UDID”), which can be used to uniquely identify the device and its user. While this may be useful in some cases (such as Apple’s App Store and Match.com), it also means that iOS users’ personal data is available to anyone who wants to access it. Further, since the UDIDs are stored on the device itself, they are highly vulnerable to theft or discovery by a third party. Finally, since the data is stored on the device, there is no easy way to back it up and move it to a different device. This is why many people choose to use VPN apps on their iPad, as explained in more detail below.

The Rise In Popularity Of VPN Apps On The iPad

Based on data from Apptopia, a company that specializes in app market research, the popularity of VPN apps on the iPad has doubled in 2020. From January to March this year, there were 125,300 unique users using VPN apps on their iPad, compared to 62,500 in December of 2019. This makes it the fourth most popular category of free VPN apps on the platform, after ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Private Internet Access. It is also the fastest growing category of VPN apps on the platform.

The increase in popularity of VPN apps on the iPad is likely due to the fact that people are trying to protect their personal data when using public WiFis and hotspots. As a VPN app user, you could connect to a VPN server in another country and access the content that you want, while keeping your personal data secure. Further, since all internet traffic, whether it’s through a VPN app or not, is routed through the country you are in, you will benefit from increased privacy and security. Lastly, since the data is stored on a remote server (which is encrypted and protected from prying eyes), you are less likely to have your personal information stolen by hackers, cybercriminals, or government entities. This is why many people choose to use VPN apps on their iPad, especially since the functionality is easily accessible in the palm of your hand.

The Different Types Of VPN Apps On The iPad

Not all VPN apps on the iPad are created equal, and they certainly don’t offer the same level of privacy and security. To give you an idea of the various types of VPN apps on the platform, let’s take a quick look at the top 22 free VPN apps as rated by Apptopia, with the most popular ones being displayed below.

• Luminate (Free): This is the successor to the well-known TunnelBear app, which was one of the first VPN apps for the iPad. It offers the same simple and secure VPN connection as its predecessor, with the addition of some great new features.
• PureVPN (Free): This is yet another simple and sleek VPN app that offers a basic free version and a premium version that unlocks more features for you. You can choose to either pay with Bitcoin or with a traditional credit card via Google Pay.
• AirVPN (Free): Yet another simple and sleek VPN app from the makers of PureVPN, with plenty of useful features.
• Private Internet Access (Free): If you’ve used the popular TOR browser, you’ll know what Private Internet Access is (and if you haven’t, you should probably try it out). This app is most popular for its strong privacy features, which include a kill switch that prevents your internet connection from being tracked while you’re offline. It also has a built-in ad blocker that prevents pop-ups, banners, and other online annoyances from appearing. Further, it offers both server-side and client-side encryption.
• NordVPN (Free): This app is one of the most popular VPN apps on the platform, mostly thanks to its massive server network that offers unrivalled speeds and a strong privacy policy that keeps your personal data secure.
• Zoom (Free): This app is designed for keeping in touch with family and friends while traveling, with features that allow you to have a video call with up to five people at once, as well as send documents and share videos with them.
• CyberGhost (Free): This is a very trusted VPN app that has been around for a while and is extremely popular in Europe. Its servers are based in Lichtenstein, which is in the middle of Europe, so you’ll benefit from good old fashioned European privacy and security when you use this app.
• IPVanilla (Free): Another trusted and popular VPN app with servers in several different countries, so you’ll enjoy increased privacy and security when you use this app.
• ExpressVPN (Free): This popular app from the makers of the VPN service (formerly named “Express”) is one of the best all-around VPN apps on the platform. It has an excellent roster of servers that offer unrivalled speeds and a strong privacy policy that protects your personal data.
• Kapoopa (Free): This is another popular and trusted VPN app with servers in multiple different countries, so you’ll benefit from increased privacy and security when you use it.
• HotSpot Shield (Free): This app was originally designed for Android users, but it has an excellent iPad version that offers similar features.
• VIPRENA (Free): This is an app that was originally designed for people living in Spain, but it has an excellent VPN client that makes it suitable for use anywhere. It also offers both server-side and client-side encryption, as well as a kill switch that prevents your internet connection from being tracked while you’re offline. Finally, you can register to receive periodic notifications when there are important updates to the app.
• VyprVPN (Free): Another VPN app with a decent sized server network and strong privacy policy. This one is popular in the U.S., Hong Kong, and the UK, and it also has an excellent Android app.
• Kasa (Free): This is a multi-platform app, originally designed for people in Japan, but it has excellent clients for both the iPad and Android, as well as a Chrome extension for desktop users.
• Private Internet Access (Free): If you’ve used the popular TOR browser, you’ll know what Private Internet Access is (and if you haven’t, you should probably try it out). This app is most popular for its strong privacy features, which include a kill switch that prevents your internet connection from being tracked while you’re offline. It also has a built-in ad blocker that prevents pop-ups, banners, and other online annoyances from appearing. Further, it offers both server-side and client-side encryption.

Which One Should You Try?

As you can see from the above list, there are many different types of VPN apps on the iPad, and they all offer something different. Some of them are designed for specific purposes, such as protecting your privacy when using public WiFis or other popular hotspots, or for people traveling abroad. You should try a few different apps out and see which one appeals to you. Remember: security and privacy are both important, so make sure that the provider you choose offers good security protocols and keeps your personal data secure.