Mobile setup

The mobile VPN that survives 3G.

Antivirus.com tests VPN apps on $80 Androids and last-gen iPhones because that’s what most users actually carry.

Setup

Always-on VPN in 5 minutes

Pick a WireGuard provider
NordVPN, Proton, Mullvad and Surfshark all support WireGuard — the lightest protocol on battery.
Install the app
Use the Play Store or App Store version, not sideloaded APKs. Confirm the publisher is the real company.
Enable kill switch
Block all traffic if the VPN drops — critical on patchy 3G and edge-of-coverage areas.
Choose nearby exit
For African users, Frankfurt, London or Joburg usually deliver the best balance of speed and unblock success.
Allow always-on
Android: Settings → Network → VPN → Always-on. iOS: Settings → General → VPN & Device Management.
Trust home WiFi
Optional: bypass VPN on trusted home WiFi to preserve smart-home traffic.