OpenVPN for Android Installation Guide

.pdf OpenVPN instructions for Android

This document will guide you through the installation process of OpenVPN for Android. For other opterating systems, visit here.

Remote access requires the use of Multi-Factor Authentication. If you haven't set this up for your IAS account, please see our information page or contact the Computing Helpdesk for DuoSecurity before continuing.

  1. Install the OpenVPN app from the Play Store.
OpenVPN app on Play Store

2. Input the URL for our VPN: openvpn.ias.edu and click the “Next” button.

 

IAS url for open VPN

 

3. Enter your IAS username (without @ias.edu) and your password, and hit Import. (You do not have to type anything in “Port” or check either of the boxes.)

Username and password on OpenVPN app

 

4. A box will pop up, prompting you to enter a passcode or type “push.” Make sure you have Duo installed on your device and set up with the IAS. Instructions to do so can be found here. Then type “push” in the box and click the “Send” button.

 You should get a notification on Duo. Go to the Duo app and select the “approve” button.

pop-up asking user to enter Duo passcode or "push"

 

5. You will then be returned to the main screen of the OpenVPN app, listing your new profile. Click the profile, enter your password, and select the "OK" button.

profile shown to be disconnected and pop-up to enter password

6. A connection request will pop up. Select the “Ok” button.

connection request pop-up stating the permissions OpenVPN needs

7. If a pop-up appears asking for a Duo passcode or “push,” follow the instructions in step 4. 

pop-up asking user to enter Duo passcode or "push"

8. OpenVPN is now set up and you are connected.

page showing connection stats