The Android platform has APIs that allow developers to build virtual private network (VPN) solutions. These apps provide VPN protocols that the built-in Android client does not support and will allow you to connect to VPN services without complex configuration.
This article explains how to make use of the OpenVPN app on your Android device to connect to NordVPN servers. This article also explains how to manually configure the connection using the NordVPN application and an OpenVPN Profile. This is more difficult but gives you greater control over the quality of your connection and mobile data.
To get started, download the OpenVPN Connect app from the Google Play Store. Then, you need to download the OpenVPN configuration files from your VPN provider. These config files have a.ovpn extension and can be downloaded from the VPN provider’s website or by calling their live chat support team for assistance. Once you’ve downloaded the config files, copy them to your Android device (or PC). You can download directly to your device, or use an app like ZArchiver.
Start the OpenVPN application and tap “+” to create an existing VPN profile. Then select a server and tap “Connect”. Once connected then all Internet traffic is directed through the secure tunnel to the server selected. The app displays the status and the details of the connection in the Status tab. The app also has an all-day-long VPN option that keeps the connection alive even when the app isn’t active.