VPN Hotspot Shield: Proxy VPN

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About this app

Independently rated the fastest VPN, Hotspot Shield VPN provides lightning-fast, private internet security. Hotspot Shield VPN provides a secure proxy connection through encrypted channels and prevents bad actors from getting hold of your private data during transmission. No need to install an incognito browser -- simply tap to connect and relax knowing your internet traffic is secure. Enable Hotspot Shield VPN to browse, watch, and game while staying private and secure online, even on public Wifi.

Use out-of-the-box basic features in an ad-supported free version or upgrade to a premium plan for the best experience—including unlimited VPN bandwidth, advanced protocols and distributed virtual VPN servers. Our proprietary protocol technology ensures fast VPN speeds that achieve stable, private connections while not compromising on speed.

Hotspot Shield's distributed network of VPN servers is designed to keep you covered with coverage in 80+ countries and locations, including the US, UK, Germany, Japan, India, Turkey, Brazil, Australia, Canada, China, and more!

✓ No Logs Privacy
Hotspot Shield doesn’t track or keep any connection logs or IP addresses of its users and their private internet activities.

✓ 24/7 Customer Support
Our team is always available for any questions and to deliver timely support.

✓ Trusted by Millions
Hotspot Shield VPN has been downloaded more than 800 million times with features on Forbes, CNET, CNN, and the New York Times. Download the VPN proxy app that’s trusted by millions of Google Play Android users.

Hotspot Shield VPN premium plans are available as auto-renewing subscriptions and support up to 10 devices including smartphones, tablets, laptops or desktops. Start a 7-day free trial of our premium plan to experience the benefits firsthand.

Support: https://support.hotspotshield.com/
Website: https://www.hotspotshield.com/

© 2026 Anchorfree, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Unlimited VPN access to 1800+ secure virtual servers at 2.2x faster speeds
Updated on
Nov 5, 2026

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
  • This app may share these data types with third parties
    App info and performance
  • No data collected
    Learn more about how developers declare collection
  • Data is encrypted in transit
  • You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

1.55M reviews
A Google user
April 10, 2019
THIS IS A FALSE ADVERTISING APP! BEWARE! It states as a free app with a free trial for 6 days but you have to put in your card details. There was no way for me to remove my account from the app after the 6 days. I DID NOT press any subscribe button. But after a few days, I got a bill stating that I have paid SGD$94.99 and I was a subscriber. No prompts, No subscribe button was clicked by me. I DID NOT USE ANY VPN AFTER THOSE TRIAL DATES. I WANT MY MONEY BACK!
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Anchorfree LLC
April 10, 2019
Thank you for purchasing Hotspot Shield Premium. Please contact us via our web form: https://support.hotspotshield.com/hc/en-us/requests/new with your username and screenshot of your purchase.
aniruddha maitra
August 26, 2022
Customer for 4 years. India connection is not working any longer. Customer service is almost existing, they didn't solve issue. I don't think, they are even trying. Just one email after 2 weeks, "uninstall and reinstall the app". Obviously, it didn't work. ***" Update After wasting 3 weeks, they suggested me to connect to Nepal:-) It just doesn't work.
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Anchorfree LLC
September 16, 2022
We're sorry to hear that you're having issues with our app. Please reach out to us here: https://goo.gl/NS9bDF. If you are a Premium Member we offer 24/7 chat and email support. Please give us a detailed description of the problem and a screenshot of the error you are seeing if you can.
Dominic Reelachart
September 17, 2025
As a premium subscriber through the developer's partnership with Dashlane, it works well enough for my needs. However, researching the more popular and costly VPNs (Nord, Express, etc.), the shortcomings of this one do show through more clearly. The biggest flaw, for me, is the lack of any option to change DNS servers, as I find Hotspot's to be fairly weak in comparison to even some free DNS server providers, and lacks any customisation feature to reinforce such.
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Anchorfree LLC
September 17, 2025
Hi Dominic, we’re glad Hotspot Shield meets your needs. Thank you for highlighting your DNS customization request. Your feedback is important and has been passed to our product team. Please reach us at [email protected] with any other suggestions.

What’s new

- Improved VPN speeds for an even faster streaming and gaming experience.
- Enhanced user interface for seamless, one-tap connection.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.
Stay secure with the fastest VPN for streaming, gaming, and unlimited internet access!