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Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro - Add a Virtual Private Network

2026-10-22 18:10:57.723

Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro - Add a Virtual Private Network

Here's how to add a virtual private network (VPN) to your Pixel 8 / 8 Pro.
A virtual private network (VPN) encrypts your internet traffic and protects your online identity via a secured remote server and is most commonly used when remotely accessing company systems (e.g., company email, intranet sites, etc.).
Contact the VPN admin for assistance with server info and credentials.
  1. From a Home screen, swipe up to display all apps.
  2. Navigate:
    Settings Settings icon
    Network & internet
    .
  3. Tap
    VPN
    .
  4. Tap the
    Add icon
     Add icon (upper-right).
  5. If presented with a lock screen notification, tap
    OK
    .
    Refer to Enable / Disable / Modify Screen Lock (pattern, PIN or password only) for assistance.
  6. From the Name field, enter the appropriate name.
  7. From the Type field, tap the
    Dropdown menu
     (on the right) then select the VPN type:
    • IKEv2/IPSec MSCHAPv2
    • IKEv2/IPSec PSK
    • IKEv2/IPSec RSA
  8. Enter the required info into the applicable fields then tap
    Save
     (lower-right).
    If applicable, tap
    Show advanced options
     to configure the Proxy.
    The available options vary depending upon the selected VPN type.