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Military-grade OpenVPN encryption. Zero activity logs. Connect up to 3 devices. Try free for 2 days, then $4.99/month. Cancel anytime.

256-bitAES Encryption
0Activity Logs
3Devices Included
24/7Support

Everything you need.
Nothing you don't.

Privacy-first VPN service built on industry-standard OpenVPN with a verified zero-logs policy.

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Military-Grade Encryption

AES-256-GCM encryption with OpenVPN — the same standard used by governments and security agencies worldwide.

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Zero Logs Policy

We never record your browsing activity, connection timestamps, IP addresses, or DNS queries. Your traffic is yours.

High-Speed Servers

Optimized servers delivering fast, stable connections for streaming, browsing, gaming, and P2P traffic.

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All Your Devices

One account covers 3 devices — Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, and smart TVs.

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Bypass Geo-Blocks

Access content from anywhere. Bypass censorship and geographic restrictions on streaming and websites.

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P2P & Torrenting

Full P2P support on all servers. No throttling, no bandwidth caps, no restrictions on what you do.

Pick your plan.

All plans include unlimited bandwidth, 3 devices, zero logs, and full P2P support.

Monthly
$4.99
billed monthly
  • OpenVPN protocol
  • 3 simultaneous devices
  • Unlimited bandwidth
  • Zero activity logs
  • P2P allowed
  • 24/7 support
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01

Choose a Plan

Monthly flexibility or long-term savings. Your call.

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Create Account

Sign up in seconds. Just an email — no personal info needed.

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Connect Devices

Download the app or OpenVPN config for your device.

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Browse Privately

Stream, torrent, and browse with full privacy. We log nothing.

Works on every device you own.

Native OpenVPN configs for every platform. Use our dedicated app on mobile and smart TVs with a simple activation code — no typing long passwords on your TV remote.

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Fire TV

Install on any device.

Step-by-step instructions for every platform. Get connected in minutes.

1

Download the VPN Cognito App

Download and install the VPN Cognito app directly from our website — no Play Store required. You may need to allow installs from unknown sources in your Android settings under Settings → Security → Unknown Sources.

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Sign In or Use an Activation Code

Open the app and sign in with your VPN Cognito account email and password. Alternatively, if you have an activation code from your account area, tap Use Activation Code to link your device instantly without typing credentials.

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Choose a Server & Connect

Select a server location from the list and tap Connect. Your device will prompt you to allow a VPN connection — tap OK. You're connected. The app remembers your last server.

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Your login is saved after first sign-in. The app will connect directly on future launches without asking for credentials again.
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Enable Apps from Unknown Sources

On your Fire TV, go to Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options and enable Apps from Unknown Sources and ADB Debugging.

2

Install Downloader App

Search for Downloader in the Amazon Appstore and install it. This free app lets you sideload APKs directly onto your Fire TV.

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Download VPN Cognito APK

Open Downloader and enter the following URL to download the VPN Cognito app:

vpncognito.com/app
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Activate with Your Code

Open the installed app. On the login screen, select Use Activation Code. Go to your VPN Cognito account area, find your activation code, and enter it using your Fire TV remote. No need to type your full email/password.

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Select a Server & Connect

Choose a server and press Connect. Your Fire TV is now protected. The app will remember your session.

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The activation code is designed for TV remotes — short and easy to enter. Find it in My Account → Activation Codes in your client area.
1

Install OpenVPN GUI

Download and install the official OpenVPN client for Windows from openvpn.net/community-downloads. Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts.

2

Download Your Config Files

Log in to your VPN Cognito account. Go to My Services → Manage → Download Config. Download the .ovpn file(s) for the server(s) you want to use.

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Import the Config

Right-click the OpenVPN tray icon in the system taskbar and select Import file…. Navigate to your downloaded .ovpn file and import it.

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Connect

Right-click the OpenVPN tray icon, hover over your server name, and click Connect. Enter your VPN Cognito username and password when prompted. You're connected.

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Install Tunnelblick

Download Tunnelblick from tunnelblick.net — the free, open-source OpenVPN client for macOS. Open the downloaded .dmg and follow the installation wizard.

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Download Your Config

Log in to your VPN Cognito account and download the .ovpn config file for your chosen server from My Services → Manage → Download Config.

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Install & Connect

Double-click the .ovpn file — Tunnelblick will import it automatically. Click Connect in the Tunnelblick menu bar icon. Enter your VPN Cognito credentials when prompted.

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Install OpenVPN Connect from the App Store

Search for OpenVPN Connect in the App Store and install it. It's the official OpenVPN client for iOS, free to download.

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Download Your Config from Your Account

On your iPhone, open Safari and go to vpncognito.com/clientarea.php. Log in and navigate to My Services → Manage → Download Config. Tap the config file to download it.

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Import & Connect

When prompted, tap Open in OpenVPN. The app will import the profile. Tap Add, then toggle the connection to ON. Allow the VPN configuration when prompted by iOS. Enter your credentials once — they'll be saved.

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Install OpenVPN

Install the OpenVPN package using your distribution's package manager:

# Ubuntu / Debian
sudo apt install openvpn

# Fedora / RHEL
sudo dnf install openvpn

# Arch
sudo pacman -S openvpn
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Download Your Config

Log in to your VPN Cognito account and download the .ovpn config from My Services → Manage → Download Config. Save it to a known location.

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Connect via Terminal

Run the following command, replacing the filename with your downloaded config:

sudo openvpn --config ~/vpncognito-oregon.ovpn

Enter your VPN Cognito username and password when prompted. For GUI users, import the config via NetworkManager's VPN settings.

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You can also use NetworkManager with the network-manager-openvpn plugin for a graphical interface on GNOME or KDE.

Frequently asked.

Does VPN Cognito have a free trial?
Yes. Every new plan comes with a 2-day free trial. Try the full service with no limits. Cancel during the trial if it's not for you — no charge. After the trial, your plan continues at the regular rate ($4.99/month or $39.99/year).
Does VPN Cognito keep logs?
No. We operate a strict zero-logs policy. We never record browsing activity, connection timestamps, IP addresses, or DNS queries. What you do online stays yours.
How many devices can I use?
Every VPN Cognito account includes 3 simultaneous device connections. Connect your phone, laptop, and smart TV at the same time.
Does VPN Cognito allow torrenting and P2P?
Yes. P2P traffic and torrenting are fully permitted on all VPN Cognito servers with no throttling, no bandwidth caps, and no usage restrictions.
Which devices does VPN Cognito work on?
Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, Fire TV, Android TV, and any device that supports OpenVPN. We provide native configs and a dedicated app for mobile and TV devices.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. All plans are cancel-anytime. No contracts, no long-term commitments, no cancellation fees.
What encryption does VPN Cognito use?
We use AES-256-GCM encryption with OpenVPN — the industry standard for military-grade security. Paired with modern TLS for key exchange and perfect forward secrecy.
Will VPN Cognito slow down my connection?
Our servers are optimized for speed. While any VPN adds some overhead due to encryption, our infrastructure is built to deliver fast, stable connections suitable for 4K streaming and gaming.

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