Will Proton VPN still install after September 30, 2026?

Enforcement starts in

Developer verification status for Proton VPN

Verified developer — installs normallyLast checked: 2026-09-26

Usually installed from: protonvpn.com / F-Droid
Category: Privacy & security
Enforcement date: 30 Sep 2026

What this means for Proton VPN

The developer of Proton VPN has registered this package name with Google. On certified Android phones, Proton VPN keeps installing and updating normally — including from protonvpn.com / F-Droid.

How to keep using Proton VPN

Already installed? Proton VPN keeps running. The block applies to new installs and updates.
Start the advanced flow now (it takes 24 hours): see the step-by-step guide.
Installing from a store app (protonvpn.com / F-Droid)? The store itself must also be allowed — check it too.
Developer of Proton VPN? Registration costs $25 (free for hobby apps limited to 20 devices).

FAQ

Will Proton VPN stop working on September 30, 2026?

No. Already-installed apps keep running. What changes is installing and updating: if Proton VPN is from an unregistered developer, certified phones in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand will block normal installs and updates.

Is Proton VPN affected outside Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand?

Not yet. Google plans a global rollout in 2027, so checking now helps you prepare.

How can I still install Proton VPN if it is not verified?

Enable “Allow apps from unverified developers” in Developer options (24-hour wait), or install it from a computer with ADB.

Other privacy & security

Start the 24-hour clock today

The advanced flow takes a full day to unlock. Do it before you need it.

Step-by-step: install apps from unverified developers