Android OpenVPN Manual Configuration

OpenVPN serves as an open-source client which is used to configure VPN on your device. The protocol is extremely reliable, secure and provides speed. OpenVPN is best for countries where censorships and restrictions are high.

Things to Consider:

Before you begin, please make sure that:

  • You have a working internet connection
  • An android device (Smartphone, Tablet etc.)
  • A Premium PureVPN account (if you haven’t bought yet click here to buy)

In order to configure OpenVPN on Android follow below steps.

Requirements:

OpenVPN Files: Android OpenVPN Updated files

Download Openvpn zip file from above and extract it. You need WinZIP or WinRAR installed on your Android to unzip the openvpn files. 

You can install Unzip from here and WinRAR from here

OpenVPN Connect App: Click here to downoad 

1 From “Play Store” download / install “OpenVPN Connect” app.

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2 Once installed, tap on “Open”

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3 Tap on Menu then tap on “Import”

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4 Tap on “Import profile from SD Card”

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5 Navigate to the downloaded OpenVPN files on your SD Card and select your desired server from UDP or TCP folder.

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6 Insert VPN Username and Password provided by PureVPN. Tap on Save and tap on Connect.

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7 Tap on OK.

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8 Tap on Continue.

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9 VPN connection will be established in few seconds.

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You are connected now.

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  • Open Scheur

    I pay for a working VPN, but it rarely works. I’ve tried everything so please don’t bother giving me instructions, the problems are on your end and you know it. Most unstable VPN I’ve ever used. The OpenVPN certificates are still outdated. So many issues to fix. Basically I’m paying for nothing.

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    • PureVPN Team

      Dear Open Scheur ,

      Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience you may have experienced regarding the same.

      Moreover you are requested to please join our Live Chat and our technical team will assist you in real time in this regard.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Dear Patt ,

    Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience that has been caused to you , moreover could you please share with us the reason of the cancellation in more detail so we may assist you accordingly .

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  • PureVPN Team

    We apologize for the inconvenience. You are requested to please join our Live Chat and our technical team will assist you in real time in this regard.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, thanks for reaching out.
    It is to inform you that PureVPN or any VPN, for that matter, tends to slow down due to various factors. Keeping this in mind, we have compiled a simple tutorial to address this issue. The tutorial can be found at http://support.purevpn.com/customer/portal/articles/1698573
    Follow the instructions given in the tutorial to get rid of your vpn-speed woes.

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    • patt

      I canceled the service.

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      • PureVPN Team

        Dear Patt,

        Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience you may have experienced regarding the same. But, it would be highly appreciated if you could please share with us the exact issue that you are experiencing in the configuration so that we may guide you with the best possible solutions as we deeply value your relationship with our company and are committed to providing you with the highest level of service simply because our customers deserve the very best.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Dear Shart,

    We would suggest you to download PureVPN app from Google Play Store, it will be a lot easier for you to use it.

    Moreover please share the issue you are facing in more detail so we may assist you accordingly.

    Let us know if you have further questions!

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  • PureVPN Team

    We are extremely sorry for the inconvenience you have faced.

    You are requested to please join us on live chat so we may assist you on real time.

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  • Riz

    BROKEN for ‘OpenVPN for Android’

    When will you update and strengthen your certificates?

    06:46 VERIFY ERROR: depth=0, error=CA signature digest algorithm too weak: C=HK, ST=HK, L=HongKong, O=PureVPN, OU=IT, CN=PureVPN, name=PureVPN, emailAddress=mail@host.domain

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, thanks for reaching out.
    It is to inform you that you can download OpenVPN configuration files from this page http://support.purevpn.com/openvpn-files

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  • PureVPN Team

    Dear Ygor, thanks for reaching out.
    It is to inform you that you can download the updated OpenVPN configuration files from this page http://support.purevpn.com/openvpn-files

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, thanks for reaching out,
    You are requested to please join us on our 24×7 live chat support and you will be assisted accordingly.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Dear Duane Curtis,

    Thanks for reaching us,

    It is to inform you that you can download the updated OpenVPN configuration files from this page http://support.purevpn.com/openvpn-files

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    • Duane Curtis

      Thank you

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      • PureVPN Team

        Dear Duane Curtis,

        Thanks for reaching out to us. Thanks for reaching out to us. Do let us know if you need have any further queries.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, Thanks for reaching out,

    It is to inform you that you can download the updated OpenVPN configuration files from this page http://support.purevpn.com/openvpn-files

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    • PW

      I just downloaded the configuration files again. And they are still the old files with the old certificates. When will the updated files become available?

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      • PureVPN Team

        Hi,

        You are requested to please join us on our 24×7 live chat support and you will be assisted accordingly.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi,

    May I know the exact error or the complete issue that you are experiencing?

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  • PureVPN Team

    Dear Jenue,

    Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience you may have experienced regarding the same. But, it would be highly appreciated if you could please share with us the exact issue that you are experiencing in the configuration so that we may guide you with the best possible solutions as we deeply value your relationship with our company and are committed to providing you with the highest level of service simply because our customers deserve the very best.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, We apologize for the inconvenience which you’ve faced.

    It is to inform you that we’re currently working on the updated Certificates for OpenVPN protocol and it will be updated on respective pages soon.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, We apologize for the inconvenience which you’ve faced.

    You’re requested to kindly try the connection via different server locations and then check it via UDP. Also if it still does not work use our multi port feature and then try the connection with UDP protocol .

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, We apologize for the inconvenience which you’ve faced.

    You’re requested to kindly try to switch the protocol in between UDP or TCP protocol and then check the connection on it. Hopefully it will resolve your issues.

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi, Thanks for reaching out.

    You’re requested to kindly configure VPN manually on your android Box using the l2TP protocol.

    Please follow these steps :

    • Go to settings on your android Box
    • Tap on VPN
    • Insert Name PureVPN L2TP
    • Type: Select L2TP/IPSec PSK from drop down menu
    • Type server address: ussca.pointtoserver.com
    • IPSec pre-shared key: 12345678
    • Tap on Save
    • Tap on PureVPN L2TP
    • Insert Username and Password provided by PureVPN
    • Select “Save account information” and tap on Connect
    • You should be Connected Now!!!

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  • PureVPN Team

    Thanks for reaching out.

    It is to inform you that both the server addresses are correct. You may use any of them.

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  • leatherneck111

    Move the server file (by copying and pasting) you want to connect to the main folder where you see the certificate keys ( .Key and .CRT ) has to be in the same folder as the server file…

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  • Rusphil Francisco

    sir here’s my problem about openvpn.. pls help me 🙁

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    • PureVPN Team

      We are sorry for the inconvenience. Kindly elaborate what error you are getting so we may assist you accordingly.

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  • Usman Saleem

    I want to know how to make username and id on my own. Kindly guide me.thanks

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    • PureVPN Team

      Hi,

      Thanks for reaching out. First, you need to buy PureVPN account then we will send you Username and Password, once you receive your credentials, you can change your password but not Username.

      Hope this answers your query, feel free to join is on 24/7 live chat if you still have any questions!

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  • PureVPN Team

    We are sorry for the inconvenience. Kindly import files again and make sure that ca.crt,wdc. Key are also in the same folder where OpenVPN profiles are.

    Let us know if it works!

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    • gianni

      I solved the problem with manual configuration (VPN L2TP) of android but I can’t put on setting “always on”

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      • PureVPN Team

        We are Glad you got it working. ‘Always on’ feature is in our app only Unfortunately, it cannot be used with manual setup.

        Let us know if you have further questions!

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi,

    Thanks for reaching out. We request you to follow this tutorial, it will guide you step by step connecting PureVPN “Android” app
    https://support.purevpn.com/how-to-setup-purevpn-on-android-app

    If you still face any issue then feel free to join us on live chat, we are available 24/7 for your assistance!

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi,

    I am sorry for the inconvenience. I would recommend you to download PureVPN Android app, it supports both UDP and TCP and its a lot easier to use.

    Let us know if you need further assistance!

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  • PureVPN Team

    @Tom I would suggest you to download PureVPN app from Google Play Store, it will be a lot easier for you to use it.

    Let us know if you have further questions!

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi Tom,

    Thanks for reaching out to us. PureVPN Android App supports both Open UDP and TCP Protocols. You can simply go to Settings of our app and you will see both Protocols option.

    Let us know if you need further assistance!

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi,

    Thanks for your query. You may not be able to run PureVPN on psiphon app but there is nothing to worry, we have our on Android app, please download it and start using PureVPN https://billing.purevpn.com/get_started
    You can also configure PureVPN manually on your device by following this tutorial https://support.purevpn.com/android-setup-guide

    Let us know if we can assist you further, Thanks!!!

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  • PureVPN Team

    Hi,

    Thanks for reaching out to us. Unfortunately, I am unable to understand your query, can you kindly elaborate what do you mean by “register a username” ? so I can assist you in better way.

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