Lantern: Fast, Secure VPN10.0.0 - App Store

A nonprofit building tools for an open internet

We're a nonprofit with one mission: keeping the internet open for everyone, everywhere. We've spent 12 years developing connection technologies in the world's most demanding network environments. Every Pro subscription directly funds access for people who need it most.

Most "free" VPNs want your email before you've even tried them. We don't. No account. No credit card. Just download and connect.

Your server, your rules

Want zero middlemen? Host your own VPN server on infrastructure you control. Your traffic, your hardware, your rules. Setup takes minutes.

Or connect through Lantern's global network. Either way, you're in control.

Engineered for reliability

We've spent 12 years building connection tools for the hardest network conditions on the planet. That work shows up everywhere: more protocols than typical VPNs, smarter routing, fewer dropped connections. When standard approaches don't work, Lantern has alternatives ready.

Privacy you can verify

. Open source code, publicly available
. Strict no-logs policy
. Strong encryption on all connections
. Nonprofit structure with transparent funding

Honest about what VPNs do

We don't sell fear. VPNs protect your privacy and help you access the internet freely. No hype. Just protection that works.

Pro features

. Unlimited data
. Connect up to 5 devices
. Built-in ad blocking
. Premium server access
. Private Server hosting at no extra cost

Why a nonprofit VPN?

We're funded by subscriptions, not by selling data or running ads. We're accountable to our mission, not shareholders.

. 12+ years of proven reliability
. Tested in demanding environments worldwide
. Research-driven development
. Community-supported and mission-focused

Free plan available

Try Lantern without creating an account or entering payment info. Just download and connect. Pro subscriptions unlock unlimited data and directly support accessible internet worldwide.

Try the VPN built by a nonprofit that believes in an open, accessible internet for everyone.

Terms of Use: https://lantern.io/terms
Privacy Policy: https://lantern.io/privacy

Service availability may vary by region due to local regulations.

Version History - Faster, more reliable connections at startup
- Smoother reconnects when your network changes or the app returns from the background
- Improved layouts on smaller iPhones
- Bug fixes and stability improvements 10.0.0 Sep 23 Improved memory usage 9.1.23 Aug 26 Connection stability and minor usability improvements 9.1.18 Aug 7 Restore Purchase: reactivate your Pro subscription on a new device or after reinstalling, right from the sign-in screen.
Improved stability for in-app purchases and connection reliability.
Various bug fixes and performance improvements. 9.1.13 Jun 29 Improved server selection
View and share diagnostic logs
Fixed VPN auto-disconnect on newer iOS 26.4 9.0.21 Apr 1 We’ve made some important improvements to enhance your experience:
- Improved server selection for better performance and reliability
- You can now view and share diagnostic logs
- Bug fixes and improvements to the in-app purchase flow 9.0.20 Mar 26 Lantern v9 is our biggest update yet, bringing a fresh look and powerful new capabilities.
• A completely redesigned UI
• Server location selection for Pro users
• Private server support for greater control and privacy
• Pro device limit increased to 5 devices (up from 3) 9.0.1 Jan 18 - Faster connections with behind-the-scenes optimizations
- Added Deeplink support
- Improved performance and stability 8.3.7 08/24/2025 - Faster connections with behind-the-scenes optimizations
- Added Deeplink support
- Improved performance and stability 8.3.6 08/06/2025 - Faster connections with behind-the-scenes optimizations
- Added Deeplink support
- Improved performance and stability 8.0.5 01/22/2025 - Faster connections with behind-the-scenes optimizations
- Added Deeplink support
- Improved performance and stability 8.0.4 12/23/2024 We have exciting updates for you!
- Introducing secure username and password login for seamless access and easy device linking.
- Now you can upgrade to the Pro version for exclusive features.
- Performance enhancements for a smoother and more reliable experience. 8.0.2 09/03/2024 We have exciting updates for you!
- Introducing secure username and password login for seamless access and easy device linking.
- Now you can upgrade to the Pro version for exclusive features.
- Performance enhancements for a smoother and more reliable experience. 8.0.1 08/30/2024 We have exciting updates for you!
- Introducing secure username and password login for seamless access and easy device linking.
- Now you can upgrade to the Pro version for exclusive features.
- Performance enhancements for a smoother and more reliable experience. 8.0.0 08/29/2024 We've fine-tuned performance under the hood for a smoother ride and expanded our language options. Enjoy a more seamless app journey now! 7.5.1 11/10/2023 Server protocol improvements

服务器协议改进 7.4.9 08/18/2023 Server protocol improvements

服务器协议改进 7.3.2 02/23/2023 Security and UI fixes

安全和 UI 修復 7.2.0 01/18/2023 修复错误

Bug fixes 6.3.3 01/22/2021 新网络引擎来增强速度和稳定性

New network engine for improved stability and performance 6.0.19 01/15/2021 -蓝灯有新版本会提示你
-网络速度优化

- Lantern notifies you when there's an app update available
- General improvements to networking 6.0.11 10/12/2020 修复服务器同步的部分错误

Fixed bug with synchronizing server configurations 5.9.8 05/13/2020 增加稳定性

Stability Improvements 5.9.6 05/06/2020 - Added Arabic and Chinese (Traditional) to App Store
-在App Store中添加了阿拉伯语和中文（繁体）
- Remember proxy performance metrics across restarts
-记住重启后的代理性能指标
- Reduce memory and network resource usage
-减少内存和网络资源的使用 5.8.5 03/24/2020 - 更新了设置界面
- Improved memory usage and stability
- 改进了内存占用和稳定性
- Updated settings screen 5.8.4 03/12/2020