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IVPN

IVPN is a VPN service offered by IVPN Limited based in Gibraltar. Launched in 2009, IVPN operates using the WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2 protocols.

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IVPN
Logo of IVPN
DeveloperIVPN Limited
TypeVirtual private network
Launch date2009 (2009)
Platforms
Operating system
StatusActive
Pricing modelStandard: $6/mo1 Pro: $10/mo
Websiteivpn.net

IVPN is a VPN service offered by IVPN Limited (formerly Privatus Limited) based in Gibraltar. Launched in 2009, IVPN operates using the WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IKEv2 protocols.23

History

In 2022, during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, IVPN started handing out free subscriptions to people living in Ukraine, Belarus, and Russia.4

In 2024, IVPN acquired Safing, a company that offered a firewall application and the SPN VPN service.56

IVPN has been independently audited by Cure53, has undergone a logging audit7 and a comprehensive pentest report.8 IVPN is supported by FlashRouters, a company that specializes in providing custom-flashed routers for VPN users.910

Privacy

It is not mandatory for users to provide IVPN with personal identifiable information during the registration process of the service. Instead, IVPN generates a unique 15-character Account ID which can be used to log in to IVPN on other devices. Users of the service can provide an email address but it is optional.11

IVPN accepts like anonymous payment methods Monero and cash. The service can also be paid for using credit card, PayPal, and Bitcoin.1213

IVPN does not log VPN users' internet traffic, IP addresses, bandwidth, timestamps, and DNS requests.1114

IVPN has various privacy features built-in to the VPN. Features include a Killswitch, (a common feature seen on most VPNs that blocks outside VPN internet access) Multi-hop, (which can route traffic to a additional IVPN instance to enhance user privacy) AntiTracker, (a built-in privacy blocklist that blocks ads, trackers, and known malicious websites.) Obfsproxy, and V2Ray to bypass VPN restrictions.13

Reception

In a September 2017 review by PCWorld, IVPN received 4.5 out of 5 stars and was awarded their Editor's Choice Award in 2017.15

The service has also been reviewed by PC Magazine,16 TorrentFreak,17 and Forbes18

The non-profit Freedom of the Press Foundation, in their "Choosing a VPN" guide, lists IVPN amongst the five VPNs that meet their recommended settings and features for VPN use as a tool for protecting online activity.19

See also

See also

References

References

  1. "IVPN Pricing". www.ivpn.net. Retrieved 2022-02-24.
  2. "What VPN protocols do you offer? - IVPN Help". IVPN. Retrieved 2023-07-11.
  3. Edwards, Luke (2022-04-14). "IVPN review". Tom's Guide. Retrieved 2023-07-11.
  4. "In support of Ukraine: distributing free IVPN accounts". IVPN. 2022-02-28. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  5. "IVPN acquires Safing, operator of Portmaster and the SPN network". IVPN. 2024-12-03. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  6. "Safing Joins Forces with IVPN: A New Chapter Begins". Safing. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  7. IVPN Privacy & No-Log Audit Report 03.2019.
  8. Pentest-Report IVPN VPN, Server & Web 01.2020.
  9. "Which VPN providers are supported in the FR Privacy App?". Archived from the original on 2022-03-08. Retrieved 2022-03-08.
  10. The 5 Best VPN Routers in 2022 - Preconfigured VPN routers - Easy set up.
  11. "Privacy Policy". IVPN. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  12. "IVPN Pricing - VPN subscription with anonymous registration". IVPN. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  13. "VPN Services". Privacy Guides. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  14. Newman, Justyn (2025-12-08). "IVPN Review: A Privacy-Focused VPN That Emphasizes Transparency and Affordability". PCMag. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  15. Paul, Ian (2017-09-01). "IVPN review: A small VPN worth a look for U.S. and UK connections". PCWorld. Archived from the original on 2018-03-25.
  16. "IVPN Review". PCMag. Retrieved 2022-10-06.
  17. Ernesto (2017-03-04). "Which VPN Services Keep You Anonymous in 2017?". TorrentFreak. Archived from the original on 2017-03-04.
  18. "IVPN Review 2024: Features, Pros and Cons – Forbes Advisor". www.forbes.com. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  19. "An in-depth guide to choosing a VPN". Freedom of the Press. 2018-06-29. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
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