Guides
Install Mullvad app on Android
How to install and uninstall the Mullvad VPN app on Android.
Using the Mullvad VPN app
How to use the Mullvad VPN app.
Using Mullvad app on iOS
How to install and use the Mullvad VPN app on iOS devices (iPhone).
How turn on WireGuard in the Mullvad app
Simple steps for using WireGuard in the Mullvad app.
Using Mullvad VPN on Android
How to use the Android version of the Mullvad VPN app.
How to use Bridge mode
Step-by-step instructions for using the Bridge mode feature in the Mullvad VPN app.
Why WireGuard?
An FAQ about why we recommend the WireGuard VPN protocol.
Install app on macOS
How to install and uninstall the Mullvad VPN app on macOS.
How to use the Mullvad CLI
How to use the Mullvad VPN app from the terminal/command prompt.
Verifying signatures
How to verify the Mullvad VPN app releases.
Mullvad on iOS (iPhone, iPad)
How to use on iPhone, iPad, and other iOS devices.
Mullvad on Android / Chromebook devices
How to use Mullvad with Android and Chromebook devices.
OpenVPN installation on Linux
How to connect to Mullvad VPN servers using OpenVPN on Linux.
OpenVPN installation on Windows
How to connect to Mullvad VPN servers using OpenVPN on Windows.
Tunnelblick on macOS
Connect to Mullvad's servers using Tunnelblick on your macOS.
Viscosity on macOS
Connect to Mullvad's servers using Viscosity on your macOS.
Mullvad on Qubes OS 4
How to install and run Mullvad on Qubes OS 4.
CLI commands for using WireGuard
A CLI-based guide with terminal commands for using WireGuard.
Using WireGuard on Android
How to connect to Mullvad’s WireGuard servers on Android.
Using WireGuard on iOS
How to connect to Mullvad’s WireGuard servers on iOS (iPhone).
Using WireGuard on Windows
How to connect to Mullvad’s WireGuard servers on Windows.
Using WireGuard on macOS
How to connect to Mullvad’s WireGuard servers on macOS.
WireGuard on Linux terminal (advanced)
This advanced terminal-only Linux guide will teach you how to use the WireGuard protocol to connect to Mullvad.
WireGuard on Linux terminal (easy)
This simplified guide will teach you how to use the WireGuard protocol to connect to Mullvad using Linux.
WireGuard on a router
Learn how to run WireGuard on a router.
WireGuard on macOS terminal (brew)
For macOS users who want to use the WireGuard protocol to connect to Mullvad but are unable to use the WireGuard app that requires macOS version 10.14 or newer.
Multihop with WireGuard
Multihop with WireGuard
Different entry/exit node using WireGuard and SOCKS5 proxy
WireGuard and SOCKS5 proxy
Frequently asked questions
Troubleshooting common issues with Mullvad.
Connection speed – why is it so slow?
Try these methods to improve your connection speed while using Mullvad.
Improve slow speeds from throttling
Experiencing slow traffic? Your ISP may be engaging in bandwidth throttling.
SOCKS5 proxy
Use our SOCKS5 proxies to further minimize your computer's identity from being revealed and reduce CAPTCHAs.
Split tunneling using OpenVPN
Here is a guide that will help you set up split tunneling using OpenVPN
Tor and Mullvad VPN
Quick setup to get connected to Mullvad VPN via Tor.
Refunds
The steps needed to get a refund.
First steps towards online privacy
Take action with these easy steps to reclaim your online privacy.
Privacy tools for your browser
These browser extensions can help improve your online privacy.
Create better passwords
Learn how to create more effective passwords and simplify your management of them.
WebRTC
Learn about what WebRTC is and how to keep it from exposing your IP.
How to prevent DNS leaks
Learn how to easily check if you’re safe from DNS leaks and what to do to prevent them.
Changing your MAC address
Learn about what a MAC address is, how it can reveal your identity, and how to prevent this.
The basics of encryption
An overview of encryption.
How to blog anonymously
Learn how to remain anonymous when starting a blog under a pen name.
Using encrypted email
Learn how to set up an email application to send and receive encrypted email.
Facebook pixel: the privacy-invasive tracking technique
Here's how Facebook's tracking technique, pixel, collects and sells your data and how you can prevent it.
How to tamper protect a laptop
We show you how a bit of nail polish can help to identify if someone's been messing with your hardware.
Using pfSense with Mullvad
This is a quick guide to get Mullvad up and running with pfSense 2.4.0 or later.
Asus Merlin and Mullvad VPN
How to setup your Asus router running Merlin to connect to the Mullvad VPN servers.
DD-WRT routers and Mullvad VPN
Set up a router to use DD-WRT for connecting to the Mullvad VPN servers.
OpenWrt routers and Mullvad VPN
Set up a router with OpenWrt and connect to the Mullvad VPN service.
Intro to Shadowsocks
All about the Shadowsocks proxy and how it can help you circumvent a restricted firewall.
Shadowsocks with the Mullvad VPN app
How to use the Shadowsocks proxy in the Mullvad VPN app.
Shadowsocks with the Mullvad CLI
How to use the Shadowsocks proxy from the terminal / command prompt.
Shadowsocks for Android
How to use the Shadowsocks proxy on your Android device to connect to Mullvad VPN.
Shadowsocks for OpenVPN on Linux
How to use the Shadowsocks proxy on your Linux computer to connect to Mullvad VPN.
Shadowsocks for OpenVPN on macOS
How to use the Shadowsocks proxy on your macOS computer to connect to Mullvad VPN.
Shadowsocks for OpenVPN on Windows
How to use the Shadowsocks proxy on your Windows computer to connect to Mullvad VPN.
Bridges and proxies with Mullvad CLI (Mullvad app)
If you're stuck behind a restrictive firewall and are unable to access our VPN servers directly, try connecting using the SSH protocol via our bridge(s).
SSH and Mullvad VPN
Stuck behind a restrictive firewall? Try using SSH tunneling to connect to Mullvad's VPN servers.
No-logging of user activity policy
We do not keep activity logs of any kind. Learn more about what this means and why we choose to operate this way.
Privacy policy
Information about how we handle personal data in relation to GDPR.
Cookie policy
An overview of the cookies our website utilizes and why.
Policy on reviews, advertising, influencers, and affiliates
An explanation of our position on these matters.
We value open source
Why we believe in the open-source model and where you can access our open-source projects and keys.
How we handle government requests for user data
What we do when a government entity approaches us for user data, and why.
Swedish legislation relevant to us as a VPN provider
Swedish legislation relevant to us as a VPN provider
Terms of service
The terms for using the Mullvad VPN service.
Install Mullvad app on Linux
How to install and uninstall the Mullvad VPN app on Linux.
Install Mullvad app on Windows
How to install and uninstall the Mullvad VPN app on Windows.
How to report a bug or vulnerability
How to report a bug or vulnerability
How to encrypt a file with symmetric encryption
Learn how to use symmetric encryption.
How to encrypt messages with asymmetric encryption
Learn how to use asymmetric encryption.
Partnerships and Resellers
An overview of our partners and resellers.
Policy on disclosure of security incidents
When we disclose security incidents.
About our servers
All about our servers and how we manage them.
Where to download the Mullvad app
Where to download the app and what to do if download speeds are slow.
Invoices
This guide will show to get invoices for your payments.
Policy on brand rights
Mullvad VPN AB holds the rights to the “Mullvad VPN” brand and logos.
Swedish Covert Surveillance of Data Act
The following is a general summary of parts of the new Swedish Covert Surveillance of Data Act, based on the legislative history of the new law.
Lagen om hemlig dataavläsning
Nedan följer en sammanfattande allmän redogörelse för delar av den nya svenska lagen om hemlig dataavläsning som baseras på förarbetena till den nya lagen
Proposed new Swedish law for electronic communications
New European Electronic Communications Code and proposed new Swedish law for electronic communications
Förslag till ny lag för elektronisk kommunikation
Ny europeisk kodex för elektronisk kommunikation och förslag till ny lag för elektronisk kommunikation
Split tunneling with the Mullvad app
How to enable or disable split tunneling with the Mullvad app
DNS over HTTPS and DNS over TLS
Our public DNS service
All about DNS servers and privacy
Learn about what a DNS server is and why it’s important from a privacy perspective.
Watching Netflix with split tunneling
This guide shows how you can bypass Mullvad to watch Netflix in a web browser if says that you are using a proxy.
Playing games on Steam with split tunneling
This guide shows how you can bypass Mullvad to play games on Steam.
Split tunneling with Linux (advanced)
This guide will show you how to exclude specific IP addresses or ports from the VPN.
Owner’s directive for Mullvad VPN
The owner's directives (in Swedish) for Mullvad VPN and its parent company Amagicom.
WireGuard on Qubes OS
How to use WireGuard with Mullvad on Qubes OS
The new Electronic Communications Act (LEK, Sweden)
In March 2022, the government presented a bill proposing a new Electronic Communications Act (SW: ny lag om elektronisk kommunikation) (the "New LEK").
pfSense with WireGuard
This is a guide on how to set up pfSense to use WireGuard.
Shadowsocks with v2ray
How to connect using Shadowsocks with v2ray and the Mullvad app
Configure connectivity checks on Android
How to configure Android connectivity checks (captive portal detection).
Using Mullvad VPN in restrictive locations
Learn how you can access Mullvad VPN from locations where downloading our app or connecting is difficult.
Verifying Mullvad Browser signature
Verifying Mullvad Browser signature
Install Mullvad browser on Qubes OS
How to install the Mullvad app on Qubes OS 4.x
xtls with Mullvad VPN
xtls with Mullvad VPN
Install Mullvad Browser
How to install the Mullvad Browser.
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