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Setting up manual OpenVPN connection on Android

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The OpenVPN Connect application can be used as an alternative way to connect to NordLayer private gateway on your Android device. Since this manual connection method is more complicated to set up, it is recommended for advanced Android users.

  1. First, download the configuration files for your private gateway from the Member's page section in the Control Panel and copy your credentials

Manual VPN configuration page with user and gateway dropdown selectors for team member assignment

  1. Download the configuration file for the connection protocol you want to use.

TCP offers a stable connection and is suitable for regular web browsing. UDP offers higher speeds which makes it good for streaming, but the connection is less stable than that of TCP.

Manual VPN configuration page showing OpenVPN UDP and TCP download links highlighted

  1. Go to the Google Play Store

Google Play Store app icon with colorful triangle logo

  1. In the search bar at the top of the screen, type OpenVPN Connect

Once you find the app, click Install to download it.

Google Play Store listing for OpenVPN Connect app showing install button and developer name

  1. Launch the application from your home screen or app menu

In the following window, select File.

OpenVPN Connect import profile dialog showing file browser with Android, DCIM, and Download folders

  1. A window will pop up, asking you if you allow the app to access certain data on your device

Click Allow.

Android permission dialog requesting OpenVPN Connect file access with Allow and Deny buttons

  1. Navigate to the folder where you have downloaded the OpenVPN configuration file

It should be in the Downloads folder by default.
Choose the files you want to import and press IMPORT at the bottom.

OpenVPN Connect import profile screen showing selected ovpn file with Import button highlighted

  1. In the following window, type any title for the connection and enter your NordLayer service credentials that you have copied earlier

In the upper-right corner, press Add.

OpenVPN Connect imported profile form showing username and password fields with save and connect options

  1. Once you have successfully configured the connection, you can initiate it by tapping on the toggle next to the OpenVPN profile

OpenVPN Connect profiles screen showing disconnected NordVPN profile with server IP address and edit option

  1. The application will ask you for permissions necessary for the VPN connection

Click OK.

Android VPN connection request dialog showing OpenVPN permission with OK button highlighted

  1. In the following prompt, click Continue

OpenVPN Connect certificate dialog asking to continue without certificate or select from Android keychain

  1. If the connection is successful, you will see a window similar to the one below, where you will find a detailed connection status, including current data throughput and duration

OpenVPN Connect active connection showing 8.13 KB/s download and 3.75 KB/s upload speed statistics

  1. To disconnect, turn off the toggle next to the OpenVPN profile

Note: In case you have any questions or are experiencing any issues, please feel free to contact our 24/7 customer support team.

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