VPN setup on iOS / iPadOS

This article explains how to set up VPN access to the university network on iOS/iPadOS.

1. Download and install the OpenVPN Connect app

If you have not already done so, first install the OpenVPN Connect app. To do this, download it from the App Store and install the app on your device.

 

Once the installation is complete, please open the OpenVPN Connect app. Confirm the privacy policy by clicking on AGREE.

 

2. Delete existing configuration

If you already have an existing VPN configuration, please delete it first. To do this, open the OpenVPN Connect app. Click on the pencil to the right of the current VPN configuration to enter edit mode. Now select DELETE PROFILE at the bottom. Confirm the deletion with YES.

 

3. Download and import VPN profile

If you have not already done so, please download the VPN profile.

Open the downloads. Click on the VPN profile and send it to the OpenVPN Connect app using the share icon.

Select ADD to add it.

Enter your username (URZ account).

Click on CONNECT. Allow the VPN configuration to be added to the system (confirm with PIN or fingerprint if necessary).

Finally, enter the password for your URZ account and confirm with OK.

 

 

 

4. Establish and terminate VPN connection

To establish the VPN connection, click on the grey button to the left of the current VPN profile and enter your password.

To terminate the VPN connection, click on the green button to the left of the VPN profile.