VPN basics

What is a VPN?

A VPN, or virtual private network, creates an encrypted connection between your device and a remote VPN server. Websites and online services then usually see the VPN server's IP address instead of your device's normal public IP address.

How a VPN tunnel works

When a VPN is active, your device sends network traffic through a secure tunnel to the VPN server. The server forwards that traffic to the internet and sends replies back through the same tunnel. This can help protect traffic on public Wi-Fi and can reduce how much your local network can see about your browsing activity.

What a VPN can help with

A VPN can help hide your public IP address from many websites, protect traffic on untrusted networks, and make browsing more private from a local network operator. It can also help users test how websites behave from different network locations.

What a VPN cannot guarantee

A VPN is not complete anonymity. The VPN server you choose still handles your traffic, and websites can still use cookies, logins, browser fingerprinting, and account activity to recognize you. You should still use HTTPS websites, strong passwords, and good privacy habits.

Where Vortix VPN fits

Vortix VPN is an Android VPN client that helps users connect to selected public VPN Gate/OpenVPN servers. Because public servers can vary, users should choose servers carefully and switch servers if one becomes slow or unavailable.