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Psiphon

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What it is

Psiphon routes internet traffic through its network to help users reach websites and services that may be blocked or restricted. It automatically tries different connection methods and adapts when network conditions change. The app is intended for browsing, messaging, calls, video, gaming and downloads, and users can install and connect without an account or email address. Psiphon says its network includes more than 50,000 servers across 33 countries. Its free Basic plan is ad-supported, has reduced features and costs nothing; Plus costs $2.88 a month and is described as offering the full network, no ads and every feature. Premium, Premium Monthly and Premium Annual are also listed, with no prices stated; their listed benefits are fewer ads and a faster VPN. Psiphon says it processes limited technical information to operate, secure and improve its network, without building identity or browsing profiles. Client apps and core tunnelling technology are open source, and the Trust Center lists independent reviews including Cure53 audits from May 2024. Android, iOS, Windows and macOS appear in the platform facts, though the native macOS app is in development.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Psiphon routes internet traffic through its global network to help users access websites and services that may be blocked or restricted.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Free plan
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · psiphon.ca
Privacy
Psiphon says it processes limited technical information needed to operate, secure, and improve the network, and does not build identity or browsing profiles around users.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Support
Psiphon's Help Hub provides installation guidance, troubleshooting articles, and a contact option for help.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario, CanadaRead 28 Sep 2026 · psiphon.ca
Founded
2006Read 28 Sep 2026 · psiphon.ca
Account requirement
Users can install and connect without creating an account or providing an email address.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Connection methods
The app automatically tries multiple connection methods and adapts as network conditions change.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Download verification
Psiphon says its Android APKs are digitally signed by Psiphon Inc. and its Android client verifies updates automatically.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Everyday use
Psiphon is built for video, calls, gaming, downloads, messaging, and browsing.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Hotspot limitation
Traffic shared from an Android or iOS device by hotspot or tether does not pass through Psiphon.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Network scale
Psiphon says its network spans more than 50,000 servers across 33 countries.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Open source and audits
Psiphon's client applications and core tunnelling technology are open source, and its Trust Center lists independent security reviews including Cure53 audits from May 2024.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Platform limits
The current Android app requires Android 7.0 or higher, the iOS app requires iOS 16 or higher, and the Windows app is labeled legacy.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Regional availability
Psiphon VPN is not available in every country through Google Play or the App Store.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Supported platforms
The download page offers Android, iOS, and Windows downloads; a native macOS app is in development.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Traffic limits
Outbound connections through Psiphon are restricted to a set of server ports, and mail clients cannot connect outbound on port 25.Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Verified no-logs audit
NoRead 22 Sep 2026 · psiphon.ca

Plans and prices

Premium Price not published Removes advertisements · Faster VPN Read 22 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Psiphon Premium Monthly Price not published Removes advertisements · Faster VPN Read 22 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Psiphon Premium Annual Price not published Removes advertisements · Faster VPN Read 22 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Conduit Access Free unlimited access · run a Conduit station and share spare capacity · Android only Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Psiphon Basic Free ad-supported · reduced features · no account needed Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Psiphon Plus $2.88 a month full network · no ads · every feature · no account needed Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Connects without an account or email address.
  • Automatically adapts connection methods to network conditions.
  • Open-source client apps and core tunnelling technology.
  • Plus costs $2.88 a month.
  • Help Hub provides installation and troubleshooting guidance.

Limits

  • Windows app is labeled legacy.
  • Native macOS app is still in development.
  • Android requires version 7.0 or higher.
  • iOS requires version 16 or higher.

Who it suits

Psiphon may suit people seeking access to potentially blocked services across supported devices, without registering an account. The free Basic plan may fit users who accept ads and reduced features.

Verdict

Psiphon combines multiple connection methods with a free ad-supported plan and a paid Plus option. Check the platform caveats and the restrictions on outbound ports and tethered traffic before choosing it.

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