Why you need a VPN on iPhone

A smartphone is the main tool for accessing the internet. We check email, chat in messengers, watch videos, and work with documents. And almost all of it happens over public Wi-Fi networks or the mobile internet of a provider that has full access to your traffic.

A VPN on iPhone solves several tasks at once. First, it encrypts data — even if you're connected to Wi-Fi in a café, no one will be able to see your passwords or messages. Second, it hides your real IP address — sites see the VPN server's address, not your home address. Third, it lets you bypass restrictions — if some resource is unavailable from your network, the VPN routes traffic through a server in another region.

In this guide, we'll look at how to set up a VPN on iPhone and iPad using the AmneziaWG app — a modern and fast client that works on iOS 16 and higher.

What you'll need for the setup

Before you start, make sure you have:

If you've already purchased a Plan B subscription through the Telegram bot, you have a configuration file or QR code — that's the key to connecting. The rest is just details.

Step-by-step instructions

1

Purchase a subscription through the Telegram bot

It all starts with the bot. Open Telegram and go to the bot @paln_b_vpn_bot. Press "Start" and follow the instructions — the bot will offer to choose a plan and pay for the subscription. After payment, you'll get a configuration file or QR code.

On iPhone, it's most convenient to work with the QR code — you can scan it right from the AmneziaWG app. If you received a file with the .conf extension, save it to Files or send it to yourself any convenient way.

Tip: The QR code is simpler and faster. Just open the QR code image on another device or show it from your computer screen — AmneziaWG will read it in a second.
2

Install AmneziaWG from the App Store

Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad. In the search, type "AmneziaWG" and find the app with the logo. Tap "Get" and confirm the installation with Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password.

AmneziaWG is a free client based on WireGuard, adapted for users who need to disguise VPN traffic. The app doesn't require registration and doesn't store connection logs.

After installation, the app icon will appear on your home screen. For now, it doesn't start automatically — you'll need to open it manually.

3

Import the configuration

Launch AmneziaWG. On the main screen, you'll see two options for adding a configuration: "Scan QR code" and "Import from file".

Option A — QR code: Tap "Scan QR code" and point the camera at the QR code you received from the bot. The app will read the configuration automatically — nothing needs to be entered manually. This is the fastest way, especially if the QR code is shown on another device's screen.

Option B — Configuration file: If you received a .conf file, open it via Files or tap "Import from file" in AmneziaWG. Select the downloaded configuration file — the app will recognize it and create a connection profile.

After the import, you'll see a profile with the server name. All parameters — server address, encryption keys, ports — are already filled in. Nothing needs to be changed.

Important: On the first configuration import, iOS will ask for permission to add the VPN configuration. This is a standard security procedure — tap "Allow" and enter your device password or confirm via Face ID / Touch ID. Without this step, the VPN won't be able to work.
4

Connect to the VPN

A switch will appear on the main screen of AmneziaWG. Tap it to connect. In a couple of seconds, the status will change to "Connected", and a VPN icon will appear in the iPhone status bar.

If the switch doesn't respond or immediately returns to the off state, check that the configuration was imported correctly and that you gave the app the necessary permissions (more on this in the "Solving problems" section below).

5

Check that the VPN works

The connection is established — now it's important to make sure the traffic really goes through the VPN server. There are several ways to check this:

  • iPhone status bar: A "VPN" icon will appear at the top of the screen next to the signal indicator. This confirms the connection is active.
  • IP address check: Open any browser and go to an IP checking site (for example, whatismyipaddress.com). The displayed IP address should differ from your real one — it's the VPN server's address.
  • Ping: In AmneziaWG, you can view connection statistics — the amount of data sent and received, ping time. If data is being transferred, everything is fine.

If the IP changed and the VPN icon is visible — congratulations, your iPhone is now connected through an encrypted tunnel.

iOS settings for comfortable VPN use

VPN configuration permission

When you first add a VPN profile in AmneziaWG, iOS asks for confirmation. If for some reason you declined or don't see the prompt, check the settings:

Open Settings → General → VPN & Device Management. The AmneziaWG profile should be displayed here. If it's not there, import the configuration again.

Always-on VPN

iOS lets you set up a VPN that stays active permanently — even after a device restart. To enable this option:

  1. Open AmneziaWG
  2. Tap the gear icon next to the profile
  3. Enable the "Always on" option

After this, the VPN will automatically reconnect on every internet connection. This is useful if you want encryption to work at all times, not just when you tap the button manually.

Note: The "Always on" mode may slightly increase battery consumption, since the VPN tunnel is maintained continuously. If battery life is a priority, you can connect the VPN manually as needed.

Battery consumption optimization

A VPN consumes energy because data is encrypted and sent through an additional server. On iPhone, this is noticeable, especially with a weak signal. Here are a few recommendations:

Switching between networks

If you often switch between Wi-Fi and mobile internet, the VPN may disconnect for a second during the switch. This is normal behavior — the app automatically restores the connection. If disconnections are frequent, make sure that iOS settings allow AmneziaWG access to all network types.

Solving typical problems

The app won't install

If the App Store won't let you download AmneziaWG, check a few things:

The VPN configuration doesn't appear

After importing the configuration, you don't see the profile in AmneziaWG or in the iOS settings. In this case:

  1. Delete the old profile if there is one (Settings → General → VPN & Device Management)
  2. Import the configuration again
  3. Make sure the QR code or configuration file isn't damaged — try getting a new one from the bot

The VPN connects, but the internet doesn't work

You tapped the switch, the status changed to "Connected", but pages don't load. The reasons could be:

Low speed with the VPN connected

A VPN always adds some latency — data goes through an additional server. However, if the speed drops critically, try:

Frequently asked questions

Is AmneziaWG free?

The app itself — yes, it's free and available in the App Store without payment. However, to connect to a VPN server, you need a configuration — you get it when you purchase a Plan B subscription.

Can I use one account on several devices?

The number of simultaneous connections depends on the plan and is indicated on its card. One profile can be installed on several devices, but it can't be used simultaneously — separate profiles are needed for parallel connections.

Are connection logs kept?

AmneziaWG doesn't keep logs on the app side. As for Plan B servers — we don't store data about your online activity. Your traffic is encrypted, and we don't have access to its content.

Does VPN work on iPad the same as on iPhone?

Yes. AmneziaWG is universal — the interface and functionality are identical. The instructions described in this article fully apply to iPad.

Do I need to turn off the VPN before using banking apps?

Some banks may block login attempts through VPN. If you run into this problem, temporarily turn off the VPN, do what you need, and reconnect it. This is standard practice for all VPN services.

Conclusion

Setting up a VPN on an iPhone or iPad takes literally a couple of minutes. All you need is to purchase a subscription, install AmneziaWG from the App Store, and import the configuration. No technical knowledge, no complex settings — the app does all the work for you.

Plan B uses the AmneziaWG protocol — a modified WireGuard with additional traffic masking. This means your VPN traffic looks like regular HTTPS — providers and system administrators won't be able to tell that you're using a VPN.

If you still have questions — write to Plan B support through the same Telegram bot you used to subscribe. We'll help you sort it out.