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How to use WhatsApp in Morocco?

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We live in the US and we used to Skype with our families every day. Now we can’t and we miss them a lot. I’m 20 years old and I’m Moroccan and I love my parents!

Please help us!

Such letter we can see after recent VOIP ban in Morocco.

Staying in touch with family and friends is extremely important for millions of people living abroad.

How can we help these people while the government of the country does not do anything?

We can help to unblock VOIP Services in Morocco!

We will show you how to unblock WhatsApp in Morocco, because according to recent study, WhatsApp is the most popular VOIP service in Morocco in 2016.

But surely, you can use this solution for Skype, Line, Viber, SnapChat and any other Voice over Internet Protocol service.

We will talk about the most secure and safe method that works in 100%.

This is VPN – Virtual Private Network.

VPN is a secured tunnel inside network connection that masks real IP address and encrypts all you traffic.

Under the VPN it looks like you are surfing from USA or Europe where WhatsApp is not banned.

So with VPN you can easily unblock WhatsApp, Viber and Skype in Morocco.

As we wrote before http://sahrzad.net/blog/unblock-voip-services-morocco/

All you need to unblock VOIP in Morocco is:

  1. Get VPN
  2. Setup VPN connection
  3. USE VoIP in Morocco!

You can use VPN on any iOS and Android device.

You do not need any specific application to setup VPN in your gadget.

Since VPN is a system feature you can setup vpn in a few minutes without any Android and iOS application.

Read below – this is not difficult and very fast:

How to setup VPN in Android:

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Below you can find Sahrzad VPN setup guide for Android devices.

To make a new vpn connection on your device with Android OS you need to follow the next instructions.

To create new vpn tunnel

    1. Click Settings icon

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2. Select Wireless & Networks and tap on VPN

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3.Tap Add VPN Network

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4. Input connection name (Sahrzad VPN), select the type of your VPN connection – PPTP VPN, input VPN server address from your account data.

Please be carefully – don’t use any additional symbols like spaces, http://, www, / …etc in the server address.

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5. Input your Username and password that you received from VPN account service in e-mail.
Save it and tap Connect

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For connection to vpn server:

  1. Select Home > Menu > Settings
  2. Tap Wireless & networks
  3. Tap VPN settings
  4. The VPN connections you have added are present in the list
  5. Tap the VPN you wish to connect to (Sahrzad VPN)
  6. A dialog box will open asking for your credentials, enter them and click connect

When you are connected to VPN, you will see an ongoing notification in the Status bar on your Android device. If you are disconnected, you will receive a notification and an option to go back to the VPN settings section.

Once you have created vpn connection you can switch it on and off on the main settings screen.

How to setup VPN in iOS

To make a new vpn connection in your iOS device you need to do the next:

1. Go to Settings > General > VPN
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2. Click Add VPN Configuration

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3. Choose PPTP VPN and enter you VPN account data. You will receive your VPN server, username and password in the e-mail

Server address must be exactly as in your account data (without http://, www or any other symbols)

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4. Save your VPN configuration. Once you have created VPN connection you can switch it ON and OFF on the main settings screen

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Once you have created vpn connection you can switch it on and off on the main settings screen.

Why Use VPN in Morocco?

Many people ask why use VPN for free VOIP services?

The answer is the next:

With VPN you can save a lot of money on your International calls from Morocco!

Buying a VPN account for a long period (for one year for example) and with 15% discount you will pay only 20 cents a day and use free VOIP services to stay in touch with your family!!!

Additional pros of using VPN in Morocco

  • You are completely safe and secure on-line
  • You can bypass all Internet restrictions
  • You can access any blocked site
  • You are anonymous
  • Your personal and business data are protected
  • You can access US only content from Morocco

And the last: we offer you free trial to be sure Sahrzad VPN works for you!

Unblock WhatsApp, Skype and Viber from Morocco with SpiderVPN

How to Unblock VOIP in Morocco

 

How to Unblock VOIP in Morocco

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Early this year three main Moroccan telecom companies (Maroc Telecom, Meditel, and Inwi) blocked VOIP services.

Since that time Internet users in Morocco could not call inside and outside the country using free applications such as Line, Whatsapp, Viber and Skype which work through 3G and 4G internet.

Telecom service providers confirmed that they blocked only VOIP services in these applications while pictures, videos and text messaging still work.

For now the applications still work in Wi-Fi networks. However the most possible they will be restricted within the next two months.

VOIP services are highly important in keeping families connected with their relatives and friends abroad.

What people think about this restriction?

 Any restriction on these services means a restriction of communication between the families

The Internet is a free service that no one has the right to censor or confiscate

We all understand that the main reason of VOIP blocking is money.

According to Article 1 of the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT/DG/N° 04-04)

The commercial provision of VoIP services to the public can only be done by telecom operators with a license.

As long as free applications such as Line, Whatsapp, Viber and Skype are offering VOIP services the same as telecom providers but much cheaper of even free of charge, they can be blocked. The absence of a license lets Moroccan telecom providers the legal right to block using VoIP services through these applications.

OK VOIP is blocked – what can we do?

There is a good solution to this problem.

You can unblock VOIP using a VPN!
VPN is a virtual private network. It hides your IP address, making you secure and private. More about vpn.

As far as your IP is changed – you can bypass Moroccan Internet  limits!

Feell free and use any VOIP application you like in Morocco: Line, WhatsApp, Skype, Viber.

There are many vpn services you can choose from.

Our recommendations:

  • Test before you buy
  • Contact support for any help or assistance
  • Select Europe vpn server locations – they close to you so you will get faster speed

You can use VPN on any Android or iOS device.

Here  you can find simple step by step vpn setup guides for your device.

Only three steps to your unlimited VOIP in Morocco:

  1. Choose VPN Provider
  2. Get VPN Account
  3. Setup VPN connection on your device.

That is all – enjoy Skype, WhatsApp, Viber and others VOIP services in Morocco!

  • This is simple
  • This is secure
  • This is reliable
  • It works in Morocco!

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We have tested several vpn providers which are good for VOIP in Morocco.

Sahrzad VPN
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1 week $3.99
1 month $9.99
3 months $27.99
6 months $53.99
1 year $89.99
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VPN Account
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1 week $3.5
1 month $10
3 months $28
6 months $52
1 year $98
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 Spider VPN (for Android)The Cheapest!
1 week $3
1 month $5
3 months $10
6 months $15
1 year $29.99
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VPN Privacy
1 week $3.5
1 month $10
3 months $28
6 months $52
1 year $98
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From Sahrzad’s Blog: http://sahrzad.net/blog/unblock-voip-services-morocco/

Spider VPN on Amazon

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Spider VPN is a secure vpn service for Android. Open vpn is the best way to bypass Internet censorship.

VPN masks your real IP address and encrypts all your traffic.

With Spider VPN you can avoid Internet filtering and access any restricted website.

Unblock Skype, Viber, Facebook, Youtube and others blocked sites fast and easy with Spider VPN.

You can try it right now for free!

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Problems with VPN in United Arab Emirates

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Updated February the 5th

Recently some of our customers from the United Arab Emirates are complaining about the problems with VPN.

Now the problem is resolved. People from UAE can use vpn without any issues!

We have investigated the issues and find out that Etisalat (One of the biggest UAE Internet service provider) blocked pptp – one of the most popular and used vpn protocol.

The problem is mainly occurred on MAC and iOS devices.

However there are several solutions for this issue:

  1. Change vpn protocol to l2tp or Open vpn. These protocols are also very secure and works fine in UAE
  2. Try using vpn on others devices (Windows, Android)
  3. Try to change Internet service provider (use DU or others providers who do not block vpn)

Viber VPN: using in the Middle East

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Today we decided to discuss the most popular questions about using VPN for Viber in the Middle East.

Why use VPN for Viber in the Middle East?

Popular worldwide messenger Viber is blocked in the Middle East: in United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar and others places.

It is blocked like many others VoIP services. Viber is not available if you are trying to use it from UAE IP address (or other country where it is blocked)

VPN helps to mask your real IP address and so get access to your favorite services.

What is VPN for Viber?

VPN is a virtual private network. This is secure encrypted tunnel between your device and vpn server. VPN hides your IP Address making your anonymous and safe in the global network.

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How to use VPN for Viber?

VPN is simple in use. You can setup vpn connection on your iOS or Android device.

How to use Viber VPN in Android

To make a new vpn connection on your device with Android OS you need to follow the next instructions.

To create new vpn tunnel

    1. Click Settings icon

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    1. Select Wireless & Networks and tap on VPN

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    1. Tap Add VPN Networkhow to setup VPN in android
    2. Input connection name (Sahrzad VPN), select the type of your VPN connection – PPTP VPN, input VPN server address from your account data.Please be carefully – don’t use any additional symbols like spaces, http://, www, / …etc in the server address.how to setup VPN in android
    3. Input your Username and password that you received from VPN account service in e-mail.
      Save it and tap Connect

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For connection to vpn server:

  1. Select Home > Menu > Settings
  2. Tap Wireless & networks
  3. Tap VPN settings
  4. The VPN connections you have added are present in the list
  5. Tap the VPN you wish to connect to (Sahrzad VPN)
  6. A dialog box will open asking for your credentials, enter them and click connect

When you are connected to VPN, you will see an ongoing notification in the Status bar on your Android device. If you are disconnected, you will receive a notification and an option to go back to the VPN settings section.

Once you have created vpn connection you can switch it on and off on the main settings screen.

Source: http://sahrzad.net/vpnsetupandroid.php

How to use VPN for Viber in iOS

To make a new vpn connection in your iOS device you need to do the next:

1. Go to Settings > General > VPN
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2.  Click Add VPN Configuration

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3. Choose PPTP VPN and enter you VPN account data. You will receive your VPN server, username and password in the e-mail

Server address must be exactly as in your account data (without http://, www or any other symbols)

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4. Save your VPN configuration. Once you have created VPN connection you can switch it ON and OFF on the main settings screen

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Once you have created vpn connection you can switch it on and off on the main settings screen.

When your vpn connection is established you can use Viber from any country.

VPN for Viber in Dubai

Unblock Viber in UAE Dubai with Sahrzad

Which VPN is safe to use in UAE in 2016

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We often get questions like:

Is it safe to use VPN in UAE?
Which VPN is safe to use in UAE?
How to select a good vpn provider in UAE?

VPN safety is based on tunnelling protocols and encryption techniques.

The VPN security model provides:

  • Confidentiality such that even if the network traffic is sniffed at the packet level (see network sniffer and Deep packet inspection), an attacker would only see encrypted data
  • Sender authentication to prevent unauthorized users from accessing the VPN
  • Message integrity to detect any instances of tampering with transmitted messages

Read more in Wikipedia

Some virtual networks may not use encryption to protect the privacy of data. While VPNs often provide security, an unencrypted overlay network does not neatly fit within the secure or trusted categorization. So selecting a reliable vpn service provider pay attention if they provide encryption.

Log files

Another question of security and safety:

Does VPN provider keep log files?

The best for your security if vpn service does not store your log files. This means nobody knows what you are doing online and so no one can supervise your Internet activity.

We tested only the most reliable and secure services with the main features:

  1. Help to Unblock All sites
  2. Safe, secure, and reliable
  3. Protect your privacy

Provide good service with:

  1. No speed limits
  2. No bandwidth
  3. No log files

 

Sahrzad VPN
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1 week $3.99
1 month $9,99
3 months $27.99
6 months $53.99
1 year $89,99
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VPN Account
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1 week $3.5
1 month $10
3 months $28
6 months $52
1 year $98
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 Spider VPN (for Android)
1 week $3
1 month $5
3 months $10
6 months $15
1 year $29.99
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VPN Privacy
1 week $3.5
1 month $10
3 months $28
6 months $52
1 year $98
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Shared from Sahrzad’s Blog: http://sahrzad.net/blog/which-vpn-is-safe-to-use-in-uae/

Instant messengers in China 2016

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In our modern world communications are extremely important. And instant messengers are very popular today all over the world.

So what are the most popular Instant messengers in China?

Let’s ask Google Trends and compare world’s leaders.

First let’s compare

  • Skype
  • Whatsapp
  • Viber
  • Momo
  • Wechat
  • Line

Among these services Skype, Whatapp and Wechat are leaders but…

Let’s add another Chinese messenger and you will be surprised!


As you can see QQ is number 1 in China!

As for now (January 2016) the next messengers are not blocked in China:

  • QQ
  • Wechat
  • Momo
  • Weixin
  • Whatsapp
  • Youni

Unfortunately, Skype and Viber are blocked in China. A good solution to unblock them – use VPN.

How to Bypass Great Chinese Firewall: simple solutions

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Updated: June 2016

These days, there are various ways to unblock restricted sites where ever you are. However,  it becomes difficult when you are in a country like China, where Internet censorship is very strict. Therefore, it is very important that you understand each method before you even try them. From there, you can easily choose the best way to unblock sites in China.

But first, China’s Great Firewall (GFW) is powerful enough in blocking sites related to pornography, gambling, violence and other unsafe topics. The Chinese government also blocks social sites such as Facebook, and Google products including Gmail and YouTube. Below are some tips on how to browse the web anonymously, along with their limitations.

Unblock sites using your browser

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 Browsers such as Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox have proxy extensions or add-ons that actually allow you to unblock restricted sites. They are easy to set-up, no registration required, and most of them are free. Once you activate it, you can now browse the web anonymously and can visit any blocked website. But because we are talking about China, expect that you can easily be detected. Nevertheless, they may work well in other countries.

Proxy servers

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A proxy server simply acts as a middleman between your computer and the web. The traffic passes through this server, allowing you to browse the web using its IP address. It receives request of Internet connection, finds the requested web page, and forward it to the user without sending a request to the Internet. Generally speaking, proxy servers are easy to use.  However, you are not totally safe because traffic is not encrypted and can easily be intercepted.

TOR browser

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 Tor, also known as the Onion Router, is free software that allows you to browse the web anonymously. This anonymization service works by sending your traffic to several nodes or relays, which are being operated by volunteers. However, you should understand that Tor only encrypts your anonymity to hide your real IP address and location, and not your web traffic. So if you use Tor in China, there’s really no assurance that your connection will be consistent.

VPN (Virtual Private Network)

Sahrzad VPN unblock sites in China

 Theoretically speaking, VPN works almost the same as the other methods mentioned above. With VPN, your real IP address is hidden along with your geo location. But the best advantage of using VPN is that your web traffic is highly encrypted, thus giving you a more secured Internet connection if you are in China. VPN is also virtually faster than the others, but of course, it depends of the service provider. Paid VPNs are obviously better than the free ones.

Conclusion

The best way to unblock sites in China

Here’s the painful truth. There is really no guarantee that you can always unblock sites in China, including WhatsApp, Line, Viber, Skype and otehrs. In fact, GFW have also blocked many VPNs in the past, and some of them are still blocked until today. This is why you have be very careful in choosing your VPN service provider. But so far, nothing beats VPN in terms of speed, reliability, and security. In fact, more and more travelers prefer using VPN over the rest, especially when they need to go to China.

 

March 2016 updates:

All the following solutions works in China. Below are vpn providers that we tested in 2016 and they work in China:

Sahrzad VPN
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1 week $3.99
1 month $9.99
3 months $27.99
6 months $53.99
1 year $89.99
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VPN Account
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1 week $3.5
1 month $10
3 months $28
6 months $52
1 year $98
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 Spider VPN (for Android)The Cheapest!
1 week $3
1 month $5
3 months $10
6 months $15
1 year $29.99
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VPN Privacy
1 week $3.5
1 month $10
3 months $28
6 months $52
1 year $98
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How to Watch Netflix and Hulu in the Middle East

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Without a doubt, Netflix and Hulu are two of the best streaming giant services the world can offer. Both of them offers great features such as user friendly interface and affordable membership fees. But while you are wondering which of the two platforms is better than the other, you should also understand that Netflix and Hulu are blocked in the Middle East.

As of posting, Netflix is available North and South America, Australia, Japan, New  Zealand, and some parts of Europe, while Hulu is only available in the US. In October

2015, there were reports that Netflix has plans to extend their services to the Middle East. For the meantime, here are some tips on how to watch Netflix and Hulu if you are or will go to the Middle East.

Proxy servers

A proxy server is a free application or computer system that acts as your middleman while browsing the web. Once you are connected to the system, it then sends a request to the web page you want to visit using its IP address. But although proxies are very to use and your real IP address and location are hidden, traffic is not encrypted which means you are not totally safe. In addition, connection is very slow and is not suitable for gaming and video streaming.

Hola

Hola, being a web browser extension or add­on, is very popular among Netflix and Hulu users. It is readily available for download for Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox, and works well on Android and iOs devices. Although the current subscription fee is $5 a month, you can also choose its free service. But in May 2015, Hola was heavily criticized after free users realized that their bandwidth was being sold to other users via its sister company, Luminati.

Tor

Tor, which has an original project name of The Onion Router, is also famous for being an effective anonymization service. Just like its competitors, Tor allows you to browse the web anonymously by providing you a new IP address, and therefore hiding your real IP address and geo­location. However, many Tor users outside the US complain its speed and audio quality when they use the service for video streaming, especially for Netflix and Hulu.

VPN (Virtual Private Network)

VPN runs using with almost on the same principle as the ones mentioned above, but definitely in a more secured manner. Once you are connection on a VPN server, your web traffic is highly encrypted that any third party can hardly intercept. VPN services are also proven very effective in video streaming because of its fast connection. There are also free services, but paid VPNs are much better, especially in terms of security and customer service.

Conclusion

Internet censorship in the Arab nations is very strict, with most of its countries belong to the so called “Enemies of the Internet.” So if you want to fully enjoy Netflix and Hulu during your stay in Middle East, using a VPN is so far the best option. Just make sure you choose a reliable VPN service provider, and you don’t do illegal activities online.

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Internet censorship is a serious problem for Internet users in many countries. Middle East and China are one of the most affected regions is the world. Lots of most popular websites are blocked here due to many reasons.

Pornography and gambling websites are banned. Skype, whatsApp, Viber and VOIP services are restricted too. Also there are many different blocks and limits.

So how to see all these blocked sites?

There are many possible solutions to resolve this problem, such as:

  • DNS
  • proxy
  • translations services
  • Google cache
  • wayback machine
  • VPN

The most reliable and secure solution is using VPN service.

5 reasons to use VPN for unblocking sites

  1. This is completely safe and private
  2. 100% encryption of your traffic guaranteed
  3. Absolutely anonymity
  4. No supervision
  5. No monitoring

A great advantage of VPN service is that it can be used on mobile devices and gadgets. Once you created vpn tunnel on your device you can unblock sites.

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Why VPN works for accessing blocked sites?

Most restrictions in countries with government supervision are based on geo location and your IP address. As soon as you can change your IP address you can avoid these restrictions.

How to change IP address:

  1. Move to another country where there are no limits.
  2. Use VPN service to mask IP address.

VPN tunnels hides your real IP address making you secure, safe and anonymous on-line.

At the same time you can access any blocked site you want.

How to use VPN in mobile Phone?

There are two main methods to use VPN mobile device:

  1. Use application
  2. Setup vpn connection manually

The fist way (mobile pplication) looks simpler but you need to be very careful! You cannot be sure what exactly the application performs on your device besides making a vpn tunnel. Remember great words:

While you are not paying for the service – you are a product, not customer!

Very often free applications collect your data and show you lots of advertising. If you do not want to be a victim you can consider the next solution:

Setup  VPN manually.

This is fast and easy to do. Using step by step setup guides you will need only a few minutes to make a vpn tunnel from your gadget.

How to setup vpn on Android

To create new vpn tunnel

    1. Click Settings icon

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2. Select Wireless & Networks and tap on VPN
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3.Tap Add VPN Network
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4. Input connection name (Sahrzad VPN), select the type of your VPN connection – PPTP VPN, input VPN server address from your account data.
Please be carefully – don’t use any additional symbols like spaces, http://, www, / …etc in the server address.

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5. Input your Username and password that you received from VPN account service in e-mail.
Save it and tap Connect
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For connection to vpn server:

  1. Select Home > Menu > Settings
  2. Tap Wireless & networks
  3. Tap VPN settings
  4. The VPN connections you have added are present in the list
  5. Tap the VPN you wish to connect to (Sahrzad VPN)
  6. A dialog box will open asking for your credentials, enter them and click connect

When you are connected to VPN, you will see an ongoing notification in the Status bar on your Android device. If you are disconnected, you will receive a notification and an option to go back to the VPN settings section.

Once you have created vpn connection you can switch it on and off on the main settings screen.

How to setup vpn on iOS

To make a new vpn connection in your iOS device you need to do the next:

1. Go to Settings > General > VPN
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2. Click Add VPN Configuration

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3. Choose PPTP VPN and enter you VPN account data. You will receive your VPN server, username and password in the e-mail

Server address must be exactly as in your account data (without http://, www or any other symbols)

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4. Save your VPN configuration. Once you have created VPN connection you can switch it ON and OFF on the main settings screen

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Once you have created vpn connection you can switch it on and off on the main settings screen.

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