IVPN Not Working? Common Errors & Fixes

If IVPN won't connect, something is usually blocking the connection: change the port or protocol, try WireGuard or enable V2Ray obfuscation, and confirm your Account ID and server status first.

If IVPN says connected but pages won't load, the cause is usually DNS. Reset DNS settings and flush the cache, then check for proxies and browser issues.

IVPN disconnects when ping packets are lost for over 120 seconds. Change port, try WireGuard, switch server or restart your router.

Expect 10-20% speed loss with IVPN. If it is slower, pick a nearer server, use WireGuard, try a wired connection and avoid obfuscation unless you need it.

The IVPN Firewall (kill switch) blocks all traffic when the VPN is off. Reconnect, or turn the firewall off in Settings > IVPN Firewall.

IVPN doesn't target streaming. Only US Netflix works occasionally, so use Ashburn or Chicago servers or switch to a streaming VPN.

An IVPN authentication failure usually means a wrong Account ID, a case mistake, a full device limit or an expired account. Log out and back in, free a device slot or renew.

The IVPN daemon error means the background service isn't running. Restart the service or reboot, and reinstall if it persists.

With the IVPN Firewall on, LAN devices are blocked. Allow LAN traffic and multicast in the firewall settings.

Enable V2Ray or obfs4 obfuscation. IVPN doesn't guarantee it will work on every restrictive network and speeds drop.

IVPN drains battery because of strong encryption and an always-on tunnel. Use WireGuard and turn off 'Keep alive on sleep' on iOS.

IVPN removed port forwarding on 30 September 2023 and it isn't coming back. Torrent seeders and self-hosters need another VPN such as Proton VPN.

Cancel IVPN by logging in to the Account Area, opening Account Settings > Billing and unchecking Recurring payments. App Store and Google Play subscriptions are cancelled in Apple or Google. Refunds: 30 days, no prorating.