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OpenVPN Connect

Tools • OpenVPN • ⭐ 4.55 • 10,000,000+

Zero-trust VPN app for use with Access Server & CloudConnexa® by OpenVPN.

Version 3.4.2 98.8 MB

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Permissions Explained 9 permissions requested View details

This app requests 9 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status	Permission	What it means	Why it may be used	User safety note
✅ Common	Internet access android.permission.INTERNET	Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services.	Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates.	Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
ℹ️ Review	Foreground Service android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Send notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS	Allows the app to send notifications to the device.	Used for alerts, reminders, messages, account activity, updates, or media controls.	Review notification settings if the app sends too many alerts.
✅ Common	View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE	Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network.	Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality.	Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review	Use Credentials android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Launcher Permission Install Shortcut com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Receive Boot Completed android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive	Read external storage android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to read files from shared device storage.	Used by media players, file managers, backup apps, editors, upload tools, and document apps.	Sensitive permission. Review carefully if the app does not need access to files or media.
ℹ️ Review	Use Fingerprint android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About OpenVPN Connect

Zero-trust VPN app for use with Access Server & CloudConnexa® by OpenVPN.

What OpenVPN Connect Is Used For

OpenVPN Connect appears to be a VPN client for Android phones, based on the title, tools category, and the short description. It is commonly used to connect a device to an OpenVPN-based private network, especially when working with OpenVPN Access Server or CloudConnexa. In practice, that usually means users can route their internet traffic through a secure remote connection for access to work resources, internal websites, or other network services that are not directly open on the public internet.

Based on the listed permissions, the app may handle network connections in the foreground, start at boot, send notifications, and use stored credentials or fingerprint authentication. That suggests it is meant for regular connection management rather than one-time use. On a phone, this type of app is often used by employees, contractors, or admins who need persistent access to a private network while on mobile data or Wi‑Fi.

Common uses

Connects an Android phone to an OpenVPN-based private network
May be used to reach work or internal network resources remotely
Supports login-related access through stored credentials
May use fingerprint authentication on supported devices
Can run in the foreground for active connection management
May restart after device boot to help keep the VPN available
Useful when you need a mobile VPN client for OpenVPN services

Best for:

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App Details

Package:
net.openvpn.openvpn

Category:
Tools

Developer:
OpenVPN

Version:
3.4.2

Contains Ads:
No

In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

Package name: net.openvpn.openvpn

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How to Download OpenVPN Connect

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