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Psiphon
Psiphon · Toronto, Ontario, Canada · founded 2006
What it is
Psiphon routes internet traffic through its network to help users reach websites and services that may be blocked or restricted. It automatically tries different connection methods and adapts as network conditions change. The app is intended for browsing, messaging, calls, video, gaming, and downloads, and connection does not require an account or email address. Psiphon says its network spans more than 50,000 servers across 33 countries. The Basic plan costs nothing, is ad-supported, has reduced features, and needs no account. Psiphon Plus costs $2.88 a month and is described as providing the full network, no ads, and every feature. Premium, Premium Monthly, and Premium Annual plans are listed with advertisement removal and faster VPN, but no prices are provided. The service supports Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows, although the Windows app is labeled legacy and a native macOS app is in development. Android requires version 7.0 or higher; iOS requires version 16 or higher. Hotspot traffic does not pass through Psiphon, and outbound connections are limited to listed server ports.
For and against
For
- Automatically adapts connection methods
- No account or email is required
- Basic plan is free
- Plus includes the full network and no ads
- Clients and core tunnelling technology are open source
Against
- Windows app is labeled legacy
- Native macOS app is still in development
- Hotspot and tethered traffic bypasses Psiphon
- Outbound connections are restricted to server ports
The verdict
Psiphon combines adaptive routing with account-free access and free or paid plans. Check platform status, regional availability, and hotspot limitations before relying on it for a particular connection.
Who it suits
Psiphon suits people seeking access to blocked or restricted sites and services across supported devices. It may also fit users who want to connect without creating an account.
Plans and prices
Premium
Removes advertisements · Faster VPN
Read 22 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Psiphon Premium Monthly
Removes advertisements · Faster VPN
Read 22 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Psiphon Premium Annual
Removes advertisements · Faster VPN
Read 22 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Conduit Access
unlimited access · run a Conduit station and share spare capacity · Android only
Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Psiphon Basic
ad-supported · reduced features · no account needed
Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
Psiphon Plus
full network · no ads · every feature · no account needed
Read 12 Oct 2026 · psiphon.ca
On the record
- Account requirement
- Users can install and connect without creating an account or providing an email address.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Connection methods
- The app automatically tries multiple connection methods and adapts as network conditions change.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Download verification
- Psiphon says its Android APKs are digitally signed by Psiphon Inc. and its Android client verifies updates automatically.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Everyday use
- Psiphon is built for video, calls, gaming, downloads, messaging, and browsing.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Hotspot limitation
- Traffic shared from an Android or iOS device by hotspot or tether does not pass through Psiphon.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Network scale
- Psiphon says its network spans more than 50,000 servers across 33 countries.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Verified no-logs audit
- Nopsiphon.ca · read 22 Sep 2026
- Open source and audits
- Psiphon's client applications and core tunnelling technology are open source, and its Trust Center lists independent security reviews including Cure53 audits from May 2024.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Platform limits
- The current Android app requires Android 7.0 or higher, the iOS app requires iOS 16 or higher, and the Windows app is labeled legacy.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- Psiphon says it processes limited technical information needed to operate, secure, and improve the network, and does not build identity or browsing profiles around users.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Psiphon routes internet traffic through its global network to help users access websites and services that may be blocked or restricted.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Regional availability
- Psiphon VPN is not available in every country through Google Play or the App Store.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Support
- Psiphon's Help Hub provides installation guidance, troubleshooting articles, and a contact option for help.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Supported platforms
- The download page offers Android, iOS, and Windows downloads; a native macOS app is in development.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
- Traffic limits
- Outbound connections through Psiphon are restricted to a set of server ports, and mail clients cannot connect outbound on port 25.psiphon.ca · read 12 Oct 2026
