Does a VPN protect me on public Wi-Fi?

It encrypts traffic between your phone and the VPN server, so people on the same network cannot read it.

Do I still need HTTPS?

Yes. Use HTTPS sites as well, since they protect the connection from the website to you.

VPN for public Wi-Fi on Android

Public Wi-Fi in cafés, airports, and hotels is shared with strangers. A VPN encrypts the traffic between your phone and our server, so others on the same network cannot read it.

Tips

Turn on FastConnect before you sign in to banking or work accounts.
Keep HTTPS sites and check for the padlock.
A VPN protects the connection, not the device.

Questions

Does a VPN protect me on public Wi-Fi?: It encrypts traffic between your phone and the VPN server, so people on the same network cannot read it.
Do I still need HTTPS?: Yes. Use HTTPS sites as well, since they protect the connection from the website to you.

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